Shipyard Estimator / Project Manager

Gulf Marine Repair; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance (2 medical plans)

Dental plans (2)

Vision plan

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Cancer policy

EAP

Job summary

Gulf Marine Repair in Tampa, FL is seeking a full-time Estimator / Project Manager to develop detailed estimates for shipyard projects and repairs, calculating labor, materials, and direct costs to determine total project cost.

You will prepare complete job books, manage pre-arrival processes, and support proposal submittals with structured work breakdowns and execution approaches for both government and commercial vessels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or minimum 3 years of shipyard budgeting/estimating experience.
• Direct shipyard knowledge with Coast Guard bid/proposal process for 3–5 years.
• Ability to read ship blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Proficient with AutoCAD.
• Strong analytical and math skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong time-management and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.
• Willingness to travel on short notice; weekends/overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed labor and material estimates for shipyard/shop work and repairs for Government and Commercial vessels.
• Maintain master purchase orders, options, and pricing to ensure estimates are current.
• Correct existing job books when variances affect production schedules.
• Work with Production to ensure information is accurately represented in job books and project documentation.
• Prepare Bid Response Letter for customers.
• Manage and complete job book files by deadlines.
• Generate purchase orders and update supplier/subcontractor lists.
• Track ongoing work and improve estimating accuracy through cost reports and site observations.
• Prepare work breakdown structures to support proposals and execution approaches.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Budgeting/estimation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Job description

Gulf Marine Repair of Tampa, FL is looking to hire a full-time Estimator / Project Manager

We offer a competitive pay rate, generous benefits, including 2 medical plans, 2 dental plans, vision, a 401(k) plan with a company match, term life, AD & D, disability, a cancer policy, an employee assistance program (EAP), and more.

The Estimator / Project Manager develops detailed estimates for shipyard projects and repairs by calculating labor, engineering, material, and other direct costs to determine total project cost. This position is responsible for preparing complete and accurate job books and managing the pre-arrival process to achieve a consistent and predictable start schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop detailed labor and material estimates for shipyard/shop work and repairs to be accomplished on Government and Commercial vessels including general cargo, containers, tankers, bulk carriers, tugs, offshore supply vessels, and barges using drawings and specifications as well as on-site ship checks to identify access, interference, and other potential issues that need to be accounted for.
• Maintain master purchase orders, options, and product pricing to ensure estimates are accurate and current.
• Correct existing job books when variances impact production schedules.
• Work closely with Production to ensure all required information is accurately represented in job books and project documentation.
• Prepare Bid Response Letter to be sent to the customers.
• Manage and complete job book files on assigned deadlines.
• Generate purchase orders and update master suppliers and subcontractors list.
• Track ongoing work and repairs to improve labor-hour and material estimating accuracy by reviewing cost reports and purchase order data, conducting on-site observations, and working directly with key Production personnel.
• Prepare work breakdown structures to support proposal submittals and establish an execution approach for work requirements with project and production.
• Complete miscellaneous assignments as requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Familiar with working in the ship repair industry
• Ability to read and understand ship blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Ability to analyze information, develop a budget and present cost reports and related information.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is required
• Excellent analytical and math skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• General knowledge of commercial marine vessels
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Project) etc.
• Understanding of marine classification society rules, USCG, and regulatory requirements
• Strong problem-solving skills and a positive, dependable attitude.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Ability to travel on short notice
• Ability to work weekends and overtime when required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree preferred or a minimum three (3) years of experience in budget/planning/estimating within a shipyard environment.
• Direct shipyard knowledge of working with the Coast Guard for a minimum of 3-5 years including the bid proposal process, invoicing system, contracting system, etc.
• Equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will also be considered.

Gulf Marine Repair is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and employees, and we consider all qualified individuals without regard to legally protected characteristics.