Estimator III

Job Description

The Cost Estimator is accountable for the preparation of labour and material estimates for new construction projects at Vancouver Shipyards. The Cost Estimator is a core member of the Estimating & Proposals team within the Program Management Office and supports Business Development and Strategy teams to prepare responses to bids/proposals and tender inquiries.

Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employee will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.

What You’ll Do

• Prepares detailed estimates for projects related to ship design, construction, maintenance and repair, upgrade, conversion and/or vessel life extension.
• Prepares estimates based on accurate evaluations of requirements, contract terms and conditions, detailed or outline specifications, drawings, sketches, or following verbal instructions. This involves soliciting pricing from suppliers, advising shipyard personnel, subcontractors, trades, and applying general and specific knowledge of the work to be performed gained from experience and analysis, to determine labour and material requirements and calculate the overall costs for the project.
• Monitors the cost of work and prepares analysis for the Estimating Manager.
• Solicits bids for work to be subcontracted by distributing specifications and/or drawings, analyzing responses, and evaluating the best value options to support clear recommendations.
• Provides management with summaries of complex estimates including overviews of work content, and risks and/or opportunities requiring special consideration.
• Maintains positive relationships with stakeholders, ensuring that Management are kept informed of the progress of work.
• Continuous improvement of Estimating processes.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Post-secondary degree or diploma, in a relevant technical or business subject area.
• 10 years of experience in the structured development of complex cost estimates, working in an engineering, manufacturing, shipbuilding or other similar environment.
• Experience in the shipbuilding or ship repairs and conversions, considered a significant asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstration of exemplary business ethics, integrity, confidentiality, and honesty in all situations.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, problem solving, decision-making, negotiating, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to prepare accurate estimates. Ability to read technical drawings and interpret Contract and tender documentation requirements.
• Knowledge of marine terminology and applicable rules and regulations in the marine industry are considered strong assets.
• Able to obtain a security clearance up to NATO secret.
• PC proficiency required. Solid understanding of basic Microsoft Office 2010 software suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Advanced knowledge in MS Excel is required.
  
  
  

Why you’ll love working here

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.
• We also provide a best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including such things as full health care (e.g. unlimited physiotherapy), dental, vision, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, wellness/fitness reimbursement for memberships or registration fees, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Free on-site gym.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.
  
  
  

The estimated salary for this position is $99,000 - $115,000. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website: www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. Furthermore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.