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As a Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing Estimator at Qualdoc, you will be tasked with evaluating project specifications, analyzing costs, and preparing competitive estimates. You'll review Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and work alongside engineering and project management teams to provide precise cost estimates for labor, materials, and fabrication. Additionally, identifying potential risks and developing risk mitigation strategies will be a crucial part of your job.

To qualify for the Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing Estimator role at Qualdoc, you should possess 5-10 years of experience in heavy industrial maritime manufacturing or shipbuilding, particularly with a machining focus. Familiarity with federal contracting regulations and experience estimating material and labor costs for RFQs are also vital. Candidates should be comfortable interpreting engineering blueprints and have strong collaboration skills to work with diverse teams.

As a Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing Estimator at Qualdoc, you will primarily work on federal maritime manufacturing projects. This includes preparing competitive estimates for both commercial and military maritime construction projects. You’ll be integral in understanding project requirements, estimating costs, and communicating with customers to ensure clarity in project expectations.

The Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing Estimator role at Qualdoc will require you to move materials using an overhead crane, stay engaged with tasks that involve frequent standing and walking, and sometimes climb ladders. You'll also need to work in a moderately noisy shop environment while being mindful of vision requirements for close and distance viewing.

Preparing for a successful career as a Heavy Industrial Maritime Manufacturing Estimator at Qualdoc involves sharpening your skills in project estimation, risk assessment, and collaboration with engineering and finance teams. Keeping updated on industry trends and federal contracting regulations is essential. You should also familiarize yourself with the latest tools and software, particularly in Microsoft Excel, to excel in this role.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you successfully developed cost estimates. Discuss the methods you used to determine costs for labor, materials, and equipment, and illustrate your understanding of RFQs and the overall estimating process.

Mention your proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel for calculations and spreadsheets. Highlight any industry-specific estimation software you have experience with, and explain how these tools help streamline your estimating process.

Showcase your communication skills by explaining your approach to resolving discrepancies. Describe how you would collaborate with project managers and engineers to clarify specifications and ensure your estimates reflect accurate project requirements.

Emphasize your knowledge of federal contracting regulations such as FAR and DFARS. Explain why understanding these regulations is crucial for compliance in estimating and bidding for federal projects, and how it impacts project execution.

Discuss a specific instance where you successfully identified a project risk during the estimating process. Explain how you assessed the risk and the mitigation strategies you implemented to address potential cost overruns or delays.

Describe the resources you rely on to stay informed, such as industry publications, networking with professionals, and attending relevant workshops or training sessions. Explain how this knowledge affects your estimation accuracy.

Detail the process you follow to ensure your estimates are accurate, including thorough reviews of RFQs, consultations with engineering teams, and historical data analysis. Highlight the importance of methodical documentation in tracking changes.

Discuss how you interact with engineering, procurement, and project management teams. Mention specific instances of collaboration that led to improved estimates, highlighting the importance of teamwork in your role.

Share your time management strategies, such as prioritizing tasks and effectively scheduling your workload. Provide specific examples of how you've successfully managed multiple projects while maintaining quality and accuracy.

Communicate your aspirations to grow within the field of maritime manufacturing, such as taking on more complex projects or advancing to a senior estimator position. Discuss your commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the industry.