Estimator

Global Diving & Salvage, Inc.

. Identify, track, and manage bids and proposal opportunities .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeCharleston • South Carolina • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing bids and proposals for marine and heavy civil construction projects, including cost estimation, technical proposal development, and compliance with contractual requirements. Proven ability to lead proposal teams and deliver high-quality submissions under tight deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bid ManagementCost EstimationMarine Construction ExperienceProposal DevelopmentField Engineering

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Hard Skills

Quantity TakeoffsCost EstimatesTechnical Proposal WritingProject SchedulingEstimating Software

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCommunicationNegotiationTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in EngineeringConstruction Management

Industry Keywords

Marine ConstructionHeavy Civil ConstructionPublic Sector ProjectsPrivate Sector ProjectsBid Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, track, and manage bids and proposal opportunities
Read, interpret, and analyze bid documents, drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements
Monitor bid sites and coordinate with primes for addenda, Q&A updates, scope changes, and bid extensions
Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed cost estimates using estimating software
Determine means, methods, crewing, equipment, and logistics for marine and heavy civil scopes
Account for regional wage requirements, per diem, travel, taxes, bonds, and indirects
Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor and vendor pricing
Complete bids, participate in final reviews, and support negotiation of awarded work
Lead technical bids and proposals from strategy through submission
Write and develop technical proposals, work plans, and marine means-and-methods narratives
Prepare or coordinate project schedules in support of the proposal
Lead pursuit strategy and manage proposal teams to deliver compliant, responsive submittals
Participate in oral presentations and interviews with clients
Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings to validate assumptions and site conditions
Transition successful bids to active job status with thorough, well-documented handoffs to operations
Develop and implement process improvements
Maintain clear, accessible notes and bid-folder documentation throughout the estimating process
Perform work in office and field settings during site visits

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (civil, structural, or mechanical) or Construction Management preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered
5+ years of estimating experience
7+ years of total experience in field engineering and logistics
5+ years of experience in marine construction preferred
Demonstrated working knowledge of heavy civil and/or marine construction, specifically work in and around dams, bridges, docks, and wharves
Experience directing crews and managing equipment on projects preferred
Experience estimating public and private sector projects with values up to $20 million
Ability to manage multiple concurrent bids and deadlines under time pressure
Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the United States
The company will not provide a work visa, sponsorship, or relocation for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance, Health Advocate, and Wellness Programs
Generous 401(k) Plan with 4% match (+additional company contributions!)
Company paid Financial Advice Program
Paid Vacation based on years of service
Generous PTO plan