Job Description
* Cost Estimation and Analysis
* Prepare accurate cost estimates for Ship Repair, Ship refit, Ship revitalisation and construction projects, products, and services.
* Utilise expertise in Ship construction and Operation, specifically related to materials, labour costs, and engineering principles to calculate project costs.
* Utilise expertise to analyse and interpret data, drawings, and technical documents to produce detailed cost breakdowns.
* Develop and maintain standard cost databases, norms, and estimating conventions to improve accuracy and response times.
* Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.
* Understand shipping conventions and classification society rules
* Liaise and coordinate with internal departments such as Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Procurement during the compilation of estimates and bid packages.
* Conduct site visits to assess project requirements and validate assumptions.
* Ensure that contractual terms, standards, and client specifications are fully considered in all cost submissions.
* Prepare tender documents, bid proposals, and cost summaries in accordance with client requirements and company policies and procedures.
* Analyse bids and quotations from subcontractors and suppliers for accuracy and competitiveness.
* Develop bid submissions and proposals aligned with company and customer objectives.
* Support negotiations with clients on pricing, variations, and change orders.
* Provide technical advice and cost guidance to clients and project teams.
* Support project managers in preparing estimates for variation orders and change control processes.
* Assist with project handovers and ensure all cost-related documentation is accurate and complete.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree or diploma in one of the following: Naval Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Marine Engineering or Project Management (or similar)
* Strong numerical and analytical skills
* Proficiency in estimating software
* Knowledge of ship repair and construction methods, materials, and labour costs
* Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and technical documents
Additional Information
On offer
* Competitive salary
* Company pension
* Life Assurance
* L&D opportunities
* Health care cash plan
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed.
If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.
If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.