Maritime Bid Estimator & Commercial Specialist

Balaena; Falmouth; Sur place; GBP 40 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pension contribution up to 4%

Life cover seven times salary

Sick pay and mental health support

Parental leave support

Career development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Balaena is seeking an ambitious Estimator to join the commercial team at Balaena Falmouth. You will transform complex project requirements into precise, competitive bids, drawing on analytical thinking and attention to detail to win the right work as we grow.

You will collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers, reviewing costs for materials, labour, equipment and subcontractors, ensuring value and accuracy in every submission. This is a hands-on, deadline-driven role.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience as an Estimator or in project engineering involving steel and aluminium fabrication.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Clear communication, collaboration across teams and credibility with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Interest in the bid process and finding ways to deliver work more competitively.

Responsabilités

• Translate complex requirements into accurate, competitive estimates.
• Assemble material, labour, equipment and subcontractor costs using the right systems and technical insight.
• Create clear cost breakdowns, proposals and bid documents for clients and internal teams.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers and other stakeholders to strengthen submissions.
• Review supplier and subcontractor quotations to secure best value.
• Spot opportunities for value engineering and cost savings; grow into broader bidding responsibilities.

Connaissances

Estimating experience

Project engineering

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Formation

Engineering degree or equivalent practical experience

Description du poste

Balaena is seeking an ambitious Estimator to join the commercial team at Balaena Falmouth. You will transform complex project requirements into precise, competitive bids, drawing on analytical thinking and attention to detail to win the right work as we grow.

You will collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers, reviewing costs for materials, labour, equipment and subcontractors, ensuring value and accuracy in every submission. This is a hands-on, deadline-driven role.