Marine Vessel Project Estimator

Kinexus; Yamba; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinexus partners with an established Australian marine manufacturer to recruit a Project Estimator for the Yamba, NSW site. You will develop detailed project estimates from first principles and support tender submissions, working with engineering, production, procurement and finance to keep commercial information accurate through the project lifecycle.

This role emphasizes evidence-based estimating, requiring close collaboration across disciplines and allowing you to see estimates progress from

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating, cost planning, quantity surveying, contracts or related commercial function.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and bills of material.
• Strong numerical and analytical capability.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for vessel builds, refits, variations and service projects.
• Develop estimates covering labour hours, materials, equipment, subcontractors, overheads and contingency.
• Review drawings, technical documentation and bills of material to determine project costs.
• Maintain cost libraries, labour rates, historical pricing and estimating information.
• Support tender and quotation submissions, including pricing schedules and compliance requirements.

Skills

Numerical ability

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Kinexus partners with an established Australian marine manufacturer to recruit a Project Estimator for the Yamba, NSW site. You will develop detailed project estimates from first principles and support tender submissions, working with engineering, production, procurement and finance to keep commercial information accurate through the project lifecycle.

This role emphasizes evidence-based estimating, requiring close collaboration across disciplines and allowing you to see estimates progress from