Cost Engineer – Shipyard Tendering & Estimating

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World in Dubai is seeking a Commercial Estimator to manage day-to-day operations for the Commercial department, review client specs, prepare tenders for vessels, and coordinate with subcontractors and owners. You will lead bid preparation, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with standards.

Minimum 3–5 years in shipyard, degree or diploma in Marine/Mechanical/Naval Architecture, and proven contract negotiation skills are required.

Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma or equivalent qualification in Marine, Mechanical or Naval Architecture or Sea going Engineers with certificate issued by competent authority.
• Contract negotiation and administration.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in Shipyard with minimum 2 years in similar position.
• Knowledge and experience in a ship repair facility with vessels and rig repairs.
• Experience in a similar position in a reputable shipyard.
• Familiar with technical terms related to ship repairs and rig repairs.
• Project Management and Contract negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements the day-to-day operations assigned for the Commercial department/section to ensure compliance with the established standards and procedures.
• Review Client specification and understand the requirements.
• Send information relevant to specialized works/special material requirement to subcontractors/Production.
• Departments/Procurement Department for required inputs.
• Communicate with Clients for any clarification/additional information if required.
• Preparation of detailed/accurate estimates and final bid documents(Tenders) for all types of vessels.
• Inspection of vessels whenever required and discussion of technical/commercial details with Owner representatives.
• Prepare financial summary of the tenders for management approval.
• Update all required information on ‘A’ forms before hand over.
• Attend to tender clarifications/additional quotations till vessel arrive at the yard.
• Hand over project file along with all related document to the project team highlighting critical and specific requirement of the project.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned by the Manager/Assistant Manager Estimating.
• To prepare and submit competitive tenders based on the client specification.

Skills

Tendering & bids

Contract negotiation

Client communication

Project coordination

Education

Degree / Diploma in Marine/Mechanical/Naval Architecture

Job description

DP World in Dubai is seeking a Commercial Estimator to manage day-to-day operations for the Commercial department, review client specs, prepare tenders for vessels, and coordinate with subcontractors and owners. You will lead bid preparation, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with standards.

Minimum 3–5 years in shipyard, degree or diploma in Marine/Mechanical/Naval Architecture, and proven contract negotiation skills are required.