Senior Maritime Estimator: Naval Shipbuilding Proposals

Valkyrie Enterprises, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) with match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Valkyrie Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Maritime Estimator in Norfolk, VA to prepare comprehensive bids for new vessel construction, maintenance, and modernization projects.

You will develop labor forecasts, material take-offs, and subcontractor pricing while collaborating with program management and executive leadership. The role requires 5–10 years of marine estimating experience, ability to read vessel drawings, and proficiency with Excel/Project.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret vessel drawings, specs, and contracts.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, and subs.
• Develop bid proposals and price substantiation.
• Identify long-lead materials and procurement strategies.
• Manage bids with multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications, drawings, and contracts.
• Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor estimates.
• Prepare bid summaries and customer submittals.
• Create work breakdown structures and scopes of work.
• Coordinate with management to evaluate new business opportunities.

Skills

Marine estimating

Cost estimation

Bid/Proposal development

Data analysis

Education

Marine engineering degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Valkyrie Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Maritime Estimator in Norfolk, VA to prepare comprehensive bids for new vessel construction, maintenance, and modernization projects.

You will develop labor forecasts, material take-offs, and subcontractor pricing while collaborating with program management and executive leadership. The role requires 5–10 years of marine estimating experience, ability to read vessel drawings, and proficiency with Excel/Project.