Senior Marine Estimator – Ship Repair & Federal Projects

Everett Ship Repair; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Health insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Group Life Insurance

Job summary

Everett Ship Repair in Everett, WA is seeking an experienced Sr. Estimator to develop, analyze and complete cost estimates for ship repair and marine projects.

This role focuses on NavSea and MSC contracts and requires a disciplined approach to bidding and proposal preparation. You will work with Sales and Project Managers, produce detailed labor, material and subcontractor estimates, and maintain standards and historical data to support ongoing bids.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years marine/engineering experience, or an associate degree with 10+ years.
• Strong background in marine design, engineering, and materials used in marine construction.
• Knowledge of new ship construction, repair, and conversion; vessel systems and components.
• Excellent organization and time management; ability to handle multiple projects.
• Proficient in reading specifications, drawings, and contract requirements; NavSea/MSC focus.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
• Ability to obtain a TSA TWIC card.
• Experience presenting to Senior Management.

Responsibilities

• Work with Sales to complete estimates and cost proposals for ship repair and marine projects.
• Support Project Managers by estimating change orders promptly.
• Analyze bids and prepare detailed labor, material, and subcontractor estimates.
• Prepare bid summaries, proposals, and submittals.
• Develop detailed specifications and long-lead material lists.
• Identify bonding and security requirements to management.
• Coordinate sourcing and evaluate subcontractor quotes.
• Maintain an archive of bids, standards, and historical data.

Skills

NavSea experience

MSC experience

Marine design & engineering

Reading drawings & blueprints

Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables)

Negotiation skills

Project prioritization

Customer communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree + marine/engineering experience

Associate degree + 10 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Project

SharePoint

Pivot tables

Job description

Everett Ship Repair in Everett, WA is seeking an experienced Sr. Estimator to develop, analyze and complete cost estimates for ship repair and marine projects.

This role focuses on NavSea and MSC contracts and requires a disciplined approach to bidding and proposal preparation. You will work with Sales and Project Managers, produce detailed labor, material and subcontractor estimates, and maintain standards and historical data to support ongoing bids.