Maritime Project Estimator for Ship Repair & Conversion

332 Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen B.V.; Vlissingen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

International maritime environment

Career development

Job summary

Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen is seeking a Project Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates and technical proposals for repair, maintenance, and conversion projects. You will assess inquiries, inspect vessels, determine scope, and work with Commercial Managers, Project Managers, Cost Engineers, Procurement, and subcontractors to develop competitive quotations and support growth.

You'll contribute to bid/no-bid decisions, risk assessments, and tender evaluations, while maintaining Dutch and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree level of working and thinking, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Maritime Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Several years of experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, offshore, or another project-driven technical environment.
• Experience with cost estimating, project preparation, project engineering, or project management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness and a customer-focused mindset.
• Good communication skills in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications and determine the required scope of work.
• Inspect vessels and project sites to assess technical requirements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for repair, maintenance, and conversion projects.
• Develop and validate technical and logistical solutions for project execution.
• Obtain quotations and commercial terms from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support the commercial team during negotiations and project acquisition activities.
• Work closely with Procurement, Cost Engineering, and Project Management teams.
• Participate in tender teams for larger and more complex projects.
• Contribute to bid/no-bid decisions, risk assessments and tender evaluations.
• Evaluate completed estimates and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Provide feedback to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Participate in project evaluations and contribute to supplier performance reviews.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Maritime Engineering

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Dutch language

English language

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Maritime Engineering

Tools

Cost estimating tools

Job description

Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen is seeking a Project Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates and technical proposals for repair, maintenance, and conversion projects. You will assess inquiries, inspect vessels, determine scope, and work with Commercial Managers, Project Managers, Cost Engineers, Procurement, and subcontractors to develop competitive quotations and support growth.

You'll contribute to bid/no-bid decisions, risk assessments, and tender evaluations, while maintaining Dutch and