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Pacific Shipyards International (PSI) is searching for an experienced Estimating Manager to join our ship repair team in Hawaii.

Position Title: Estimating Manager Reports To: Vice President of Programs Location: Honolulu, Hawaii

**Position Summary PSI is the largest privately owned shipyard in Hawaii, with two of the largest dry docks in the state. We have been in business since 1944 and have a large labor force of skilled craftsman with a full support staff of professionals who comprise of engineering, project management, QA, EHS, accounting, contracts, and human resources.

Pacific Shipyards is searching for a highly qualified Estimating Manager to provide leadership and supervisory oversight of the Estimating Department.The ideal candidate will have 10+ years' experience working as a ship repair estimator or similar position and have a passion for business development while leading a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The Estimating Manager will assign and delegate tasks to a small group of estimators and planners. The ideal candidate will set priorities and monitor progress to ensure proposals and bids are submitted in a timely manner. The Estimating Manager will be responsible for final submittal of complex cost estimates and bid packages provided to U.S. Navy and commercial customers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages daily activities of the estimating department
• Thorough understanding of ship repair planning and estimating
• Monitors progress of subordinates and ensures deadlines are met
• Leading and managing a team of estimators to generate base cost estimates.
• Create standardized approaches to developing estimates and proposals.
• Engages in business development and identifies new leads.
• Oversee, delegate, and handle all parts of the estimating process which includes: respond to RFPs, interpret blueprints, perform ship checks, determine pricing strategies, negotiate contracts, and handle change orders.
• Ensures the assignment of work is delegated appropriately to employees.
• Communicates regularly with executive management, vendors, subcontractors. and consultants.
• The Proposal and Estimating Department Manager supervises a team of employees, which includes Sr. Estimators, Estimators, Procurement Specialists, and other supporting staff.
• Stays abreast of developments in the industry.
• Assists with planning future staffing requirements.
• Performs final review off on all bid packages submitted to customers.

Education/Training/Skills:

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum requirement of 10 years of ship repair or marine industry experience, five years of management experience highly recommended.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating strategies and techniques. Understanding of maritime ship repair and construction, terminology and contracts.
• Experience negotiating contract changes and providing labor estimates for ship repair.
• Previous experience or training in work sequencing and scheduling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project or similar scheduling software. Qualification/Requirements:

Knowledge of Navy Vessels and ship construction methods.

NAVSEA standards as well as federal and state regulations.

Ability to organize and prioritize to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.