Electrical estimator Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

JOB SUMMARY: Estimators once assigned a specific item or solicitation to estimate have overall responsibility for the development and accuracy of all parts of the estimate to include labor, materials (both Defined and Consumable), and services (including subcontractor efforts) as well as to ensure the completeness and accuracy of the bid file.

SUPERVISES: N/A

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Reviews specifications and develop log and submit bidder's questions to the customer.

2. Review the specification package and develop the initial drawing print request and forward to the Estimating Department Clerical and Administrative Associate for printing.

3. Develops a subcontracting list, including both turnkey and required support contractors. Provides the list to the Subcontracting Department with a required response date for pricing.

4. Develops a complete bill of materials by item. This list is also provided to Procurement Dept. for pricing.

5. Independently develops labor estimates for all MHI capable work items to support internal make/buy decisions and to validate potential subcontractor quotes. May involve requesting estimates from trades as well as an independent estimate and use of other possible sources to complete estimating package.

6. Completed package including supporting data for all labor, material and proposed/potential subcontracting efforts are provided to the Estimating Manager.

7. Conducts shipchecks as needed to scope work.

8. Support TAR for MSMO Ships

9. Coordinates with Program Office, Contracts Department, Project Managers and Advance Planning in developing and pricing MSMO Packages.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent

2. 5 years experience, in the ship repair industry or equivalent combination of Degree from Maritime institution and on the job experience.

3. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

4. PC skills (all MS Office Products)

5. Must have the ability to travel on occasion to include overseas.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Office environment and exposure to outdoor conditions. Duties of this job require sitting for long periods of time, occasional lifting up to 25 lbs., possible climbing, stooping, or crawling. Must have motor coordination skills, ability to perform basic arithmetic accurately and quickly, the ability to express ideas using the spoken word and perception of speech. Occasional exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements of criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Marine Hydraulics International, Inc. is an at will employer. EOE/Disability/Vet

MHI Ship Repair & Services is a major marine repair and conversion contractor serving the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, Maritime Administration and Commercial ship owners and operators worldwide. Our shipyard is conveniently located in the Mid-Atlantic region at the port of Hampton Roads, Norfolk Virginia.

MHI Ship Repair & Services offers competitive wages and an excellent benefit package.

Affirmative Action/EOE Employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.