Collins Machine
Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing Estimator
Collins Machine, Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, 23703
Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing Estimator Collins Machine•Portsmouth, VA, United States
Collins Machine Works currently seeking a dedicated and precise Federal Contractor Maritime Manufacturing Estimator to join our dynamic team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for analyzing project specifications and requirements to prepare detailed cost estimates that drive the success of our federal maritime manufacturing operations. Your expertise will ensure competitive and accurate bids, contributing to the strategic growth and excellence of our projects. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for the maritime industry and a talent for financial forecasting, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of our federal contracting endeavors.
Applicant must be a US citizen. Access to DoD facilities is required. Company is not able to sponsor work visa for this position.
Sign On Bonus: Collins Machine Works offers a sign on bonus in the amount of $2,000 to be paid after six months of satisfactory employment performance. Collins Machine Works also offers employee referral bonuses in the amount of $1,000 per referral to be paid after the referred employee completed six months of satisfactory employment performance.
Job Responsibilities
Analyze and evaluate requests for quotes (RFQs), drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements for maritime manufacturing projects
Collaborate with engineering, project management, and procurement teams to ensure accurate, competitive, and comprehensive cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and fabrication for maritime vessels and components
Assess potential risks and incorporate risk mitigation strategies into cost estimates
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulatory changes that may impact cost estimates
Present detailed bid packages to senior management
Attend post-award project reviews to refine estimating practices and processes based on actual project outcomes
Communicate with customers throughout the bidding process, if required, to clarify project specifications and requirements
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K with 4% company match
Paid Time Off
Short Term Disability and basic Life Insurance provided by company
Supplementary Insurance: Accident, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life/AD&D, and Long Term Disability available
Employee Assistance Programs
Opportunity for yearly bonus, profit sharing, overtime, and night shift differential
Job Requirements
5-10 Years of experience in Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing or shipbuilding on the machining side required
Familiarity with various types of maritime construction projects, including commercial and military vessels
Strong understanding of federal contracting processes, regulations, and reporting requirements (e.g., FAR, DFARS)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
Ability to estimate the amount of material, labor, and equipment required to perform requirements of RFQs
Knowledge of market labor and material trends relevant to the maritime industry
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including engineering, project management, finance, procurement, and human resources
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and the ability to incorporate risk considerations into cost estimates
Capacity to estimate multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Have working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Candidate must be able to pass a background check to gain access to sites that perform work on US DOD Contracts (on-site)
Candidate should have a good driving record
Physical Demands
Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane
While performing the duties of the job, the employee will regularly stand, walk, reach overhead with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb ladders, and use stairs
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
The employee will have prolonged periods sitting at a desk working on a computer
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are respective of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the shop area is usually moderate to high.
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Collins Machine Works currently seeking a dedicated and precise Federal Contractor Maritime Manufacturing Estimator to join our dynamic team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for analyzing project specifications and requirements to prepare detailed cost estimates that drive the success of our federal maritime manufacturing operations. Your expertise will ensure competitive and accurate bids, contributing to the strategic growth and excellence of our projects. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for the maritime industry and a talent for financial forecasting, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of our federal contracting endeavors.
Applicant must be a US citizen. Access to DoD facilities is required. Company is not able to sponsor work visa for this position.
Sign On Bonus: Collins Machine Works offers a sign on bonus in the amount of $2,000 to be paid after six months of satisfactory employment performance. Collins Machine Works also offers employee referral bonuses in the amount of $1,000 per referral to be paid after the referred employee completed six months of satisfactory employment performance.
Job Responsibilities
Analyze and evaluate requests for quotes (RFQs), drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements for maritime manufacturing projects
Collaborate with engineering, project management, and procurement teams to ensure accurate, competitive, and comprehensive cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and fabrication for maritime vessels and components
Assess potential risks and incorporate risk mitigation strategies into cost estimates
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulatory changes that may impact cost estimates
Present detailed bid packages to senior management
Attend post-award project reviews to refine estimating practices and processes based on actual project outcomes
Communicate with customers throughout the bidding process, if required, to clarify project specifications and requirements
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K with 4% company match
Paid Time Off
Short Term Disability and basic Life Insurance provided by company
Supplementary Insurance: Accident, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life/AD&D, and Long Term Disability available
Employee Assistance Programs
Opportunity for yearly bonus, profit sharing, overtime, and night shift differential
Job Requirements
5-10 Years of experience in Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing or shipbuilding on the machining side required
Familiarity with various types of maritime construction projects, including commercial and military vessels
Strong understanding of federal contracting processes, regulations, and reporting requirements (e.g., FAR, DFARS)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
Ability to estimate the amount of material, labor, and equipment required to perform requirements of RFQs
Knowledge of market labor and material trends relevant to the maritime industry
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including engineering, project management, finance, procurement, and human resources
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and the ability to incorporate risk considerations into cost estimates
Capacity to estimate multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Have working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Candidate must be able to pass a background check to gain access to sites that perform work on US DOD Contracts (on-site)
Candidate should have a good driving record
Physical Demands
Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane
While performing the duties of the job, the employee will regularly stand, walk, reach overhead with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb ladders, and use stairs
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
The employee will have prolonged periods sitting at a desk working on a computer
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are respective of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the shop area is usually moderate to high.
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