Yacht Cost Estimator – Refits & Fleet Support

Oceanco; Zwijndrecht; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CAO Metalektro

Staff association activities

Job summary

Oceanco, based in the Netherlands at the Zwijndrecht facility, seeks a Cost Estimator - Fleet Support Proposal to prepare specifications and cost calculations for refits and fleet support. You will work closely with Project Managers, buyers, planners and client representatives to ensure accurate, compliant budgets for complex yacht projects.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of yacht construction, 5 years of industry experience, and expertise in cost forecasting using MS Office suite.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English; Dutch speaking is desired
• Good knowledge of MS Office apps with expert Excel skills
• 5 years' experience in ship/yacht building industry
• Solid technical know‑how in yacht shipbuilding
• Solid experience with costs calculation and finance

Responsibilities

• Visit yachts of the Oceanco fleet or other brands with a Project Manager to discuss scope
• Review client wishes and technical requirements with stakeholders
• Gather all relevant information for cost calculations
• Discuss risks and mitigations and propose alternatives
• Prepare specifications and develop an integral budget and write sales documentation for approval
• Ensure compliance with national and international procedures, guidelines, laws and regs
• Analyze project data to improve cost calculation accuracy
• Contribute to cross‑unit collaboration to achieve goals

Skills

English (Fluent)

Excel

MS Office proficiency

Communication

Collaboration

Education

HBO/WO Mechanical, Maritime or Finance

Job description

Oceanco, based in the Netherlands at the Zwijndrecht facility, seeks a Cost Estimator - Fleet Support Proposal to prepare specifications and cost calculations for refits and fleet support. You will work closely with Project Managers, buyers, planners and client representatives to ensure accurate, compliant budgets for complex yacht projects.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of yacht construction, 5 years of industry experience, and expertise in cost forecasting using MS Office suite.