Commercial Estimator (Shipbuilding)

STRATEGIC MARINE (S) PTE. LTD.Singaporemycareersfuturepublished 09/28/2026

Job Description:

Ensure technical proposal write up is accurate and according to latest rules and regulations

Source, negotiate and obtain best prices and quotes from vendors and subcontractors

Review terms and conditions of subcontractors and vendors quotes

Submit and perform ship building projects cost estimation for management approval

Understand shipbuilding process, classification societies regulations and statutory rules

Prepare well written detailed technical specifications write up proposal for new build aluminium and steel vessels

Study projects specification to understand customer’s requirement by identifying project requirements, labour, and material costs

Interpret blueprints and analyse related applicable documents to prepare estimates

Work closely with vendors, sub-contractors, engineers, and naval architects, external ship designer and classification societies during estimate creation to ensure overall accuracy

Adhere to company standard and guidelines when providing cost estimate focusing on maximising profit while mitigate any potential risks to the company

Cash flow budgeting

Assist sales team in tender preparation transactions

Support sale teams with project pricing in a timely manner

Maintain thorough records of all project documentation

Any Ad-hoc tasks

Job Requirements:

Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in a similar role with proven track record within similar industry (Engineering, Ship Building, Heavy Manufacturing, Oil & Gas)

Past experience in new build aluminium vessel cost estimate and ability to write shipbuilding technical specification is highly desirable

Attention to detail

Good-time management skills

Able to perform multi-task under fast pace environment yet maintaining accuracy in cost estimate and technical proposal

Critical-thinker and problem solver

Experience in the management of commercial and defence shipbuilding proposals

Ability to produce and present complex solutions of between USD$5M to USD$100M in value

Formal management or engineering qualifications highly desirable

High level of presentation skills

Performance and outcome orientation

Commercial acumen

Strong networks in industry

Commitment to continuous improvement, teamwork and open communications