Estimating Manager

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

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 craftsmen with a full support staff of professionals who comprise engineering, project management, QA, EHS, accounting, contracts, and human resources. We are 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, set priorities and monitor progress to ensure proposals and bids are submitted in a timely manner, and be responsible for the final submittal of complex cost estimates and bid packages provided to U.S. Navy and commercial customers.

• Manages daily activities of the estimating department
• Thorough understanding of ship repair planning and estimating
• Monitors progress of subordinates and ensures deadlines are met
• Leads and manages a team of estimators to generate base cost estimates
• Creates standardized approaches to developing estimates and proposals
• Engages in business development and identifies new leads
• Oversees, delegates, and handles all parts of the estimating process which includes: responding to RFPs, interpreting blueprints, performing ship checks, determining pricing strategies, negotiating contracts, and handling change orders
• Ensures the assignment of work is delegated appropriately to employees
• Communicates regularly with executive management, vendors, subcontractors, and consultants
• The Proposal & Estimating Department Manager supervises a team that 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 of all bid packages submitted to customers

• 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

• 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
• Ability to read technical drawings and understand government contracts
• Experience with proposal writing
• Highly experienced with Microsoft Office, Excel
• Position requires U.S. citizenship due to clearance requirements for base access
• Valid State of Hawaii REAL ‑Compliant Driver’s License in good standing or a valid U.S. Passport
• Must successfully obtain and maintain TWIC and Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Credential to access federally controlled work sites
• Must submit to…