Marine Estimator: Bids, Proposals & Field Logistics

Mainstream Commercial Divers, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company paid Life, AD&D, and Long‑

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead bids for marine and heavy civil projects, typically up to $25 million. You will develop cost estimates, coordinate with primes, and manage pursuit strategy from strategy through submission.

The role requires 5+ years in estimating, 7+ years in field engineering/logistics, and a four-year engineering or construction management degree. Occasional site visits and collaboration with operations are expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience.
• 5+ years estimating experience in marine/heavy civil settings.
• 7+ years total experience in field engineering and logistics.
• Experience with marine construction projects and dams/bridges/docks.

Responsibilities

• Identify, track, and manage bids and proposal opportunities.
• Read, interpret, and analyze bid documents, drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Monitor bid sites and coordinate with primes for addenda, Q&A updates, scope changes, and bid extensions.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed cost estimates.
• Determine means, methods, crewing, equipment, and logistics for marine and heavy civil scopes.
• Lead technical bids and proposals from strategy through submission.
• Prepare or coordinate project schedules in support of the proposal.
• Lead pursuit strategy and manage proposal teams to deliver compliant submittals.
• Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings to validate assumptions and site conditions.

Skills

Estimating

Marine construction

Bid management

Field engineering

Education

BS in Engineering or Construction Mgmt, or equivalent

Job description

Global Diving & Salvage, Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead bids for marine and heavy civil projects, typically up to $25 million. You will develop cost estimates, coordinate with primes, and manage pursuit strategy from strategy through submission.

The role requires 5+ years in estimating, 7+ years in field engineering/logistics, and a four-year engineering or construction management degree. Occasional site visits and collaboration with operations are expected.