Estimating Manager: Hawaii Ship Repair Leader

SST Direct; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Annual bonus up to 40%

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an Estimating Manager to relocate to Honolulu, HI, leading the Estimating Department for Navy and commercial ship repair projects. You will drive pricing strategies, review complex cost estimates, and ensure timely responses to RFPs while mentoring a team of estimators and procurement staff.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years in ship repair, 5+ years in management, NAVSEA knowledge, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of ship repair or marine industry experience.
• 5+ years of management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Navy vessels, NAVSEA standards, ship construction methods, and government contracts.
• Advanced estimating strategy and proposal writing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and federal contracts.
• Experience with work sequencing and scheduling.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project (or similar scheduling software).
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the Estimating Department.
• Supervise and mentor a team of Sr. Estimators, Estimators, Procurement Specialists, and support staff.
• Develop and implement standardized estimating and proposal processes.
• Assign, delegate, and monitor estimating tasks to ensure deadlines are met.
• Perform final review and approval of complex cost estimates and bid packages.
• Respond to RFPs, interpret technical drawings, conduct ship checks, and develop pricing strategies.
• Negotiate contract changes and manage change orders.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, vendors, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Support business development efforts and identify new opportunities.
• Plan future staffing needs and stay current on industry developments.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating

Reading drawings

Project management

NAVSEA knowledge

Contract management

Education

B.S. in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an Estimating Manager to relocate to Honolulu, HI, leading the Estimating Department for Navy and commercial ship repair projects. You will drive pricing strategies, review complex cost estimates, and ensure timely responses to RFPs while mentoring a team of estimators and procurement staff.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years in ship repair, 5+ years in management, NAVSEA knowledge, and strong leadership.