Marine Construction Estimator

Full-Time, Essex, CT

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About Us

Headquartered in Essex, Connecticut, Underwater Construction Corporation (UCC) is a recognized leader in underwater and marine construction, inspection, and maintenance services. Since 1969, we’ve delivered innovative solutions to clients across multiple industries worldwide, with an unwavering focus on safety, quality, and reliability.

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time Marine Construction Estimator to join our team at our Essex, CT office. In this critical role, you will support project development by preparing accurate and timely cost estimates, analyzing project requirements, evaluating risks, and working closely with estimators, operations, and project managers. Your efforts will ensure all bids are both competitive and aligned with UCC’s standards of excellence.

Success in this role requires strong technical and analytical skills, as well as effective communication across teams. You will need to balance multiple priorities and contribute to a culture of collaboration. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to delivering work that reflects both precision and professionalism.

Ultimately, the successful candidate will be a trusted team player in driving projects forward, ensuring accuracy in cost planning, and contributing to the overall success of UCC.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for marine front and underwater projects, develop takeoffs, and understand gross profit, profit margins

  • Analyze blueprints, specifications, and project documents to determine the scope of work

  • Collaborate with other estimators, project managers, engineers, and field staff to gather data and insights

  • Identify the scope and schedule of the entire project and develop scope descriptions

  • Coordinate with business development, estimating, contracts, operations, and engineering design groups as needed

  • Communicate estimate bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and value-engineering options

  • Assist with bid proposals and client presentations

  • Support marine construction and diving pre-bid walkdowns in the field alongside estimators, project managers, the sales team, and other project staff from our Northeast and Mid-Atlantic offices

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in estimating, preferably within marine, civil, or heavy construction

  • 5+ years proven experience in the marine construction field

  • Strong understanding of construction methods, cost analysis, and project documentation

  • Knowledge of public bidding and online bid submittal/events, including online bidding portals (Ariba, Power Advocate, Oracle, etc.)

  • Proficiency with estimating software, MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.) and scheduling software (Primavera, Project, etc.)

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (preferred), or equivalent experience

  • Ability to multi-task and switch focus without losing sight of committed deadlines

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States

EEO Statement

Underwater Construction Corporation (UCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package exceeding $100,000.00

    • Starting salary at $80,000.00 annually plus performance bonus
    • Health and dental plan (employer-sponsored)
    • 401(k) with company match (after one year of service)
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Company-paid life insurance & disability coverage

  • Professional development and career growth opportunities

  • A collaborative, safety-focused team environment

  • The chance to work with a leader in the marine construction industry

  • Work-life balance

Location: This is a full-time, in-office position based in Essex, Connecticut.

“I was able to get trained and passed my tests to receive my AWS underwater welding certification through UCC. I also learned more on how to complete an underwater substructure inspection. ”
-Diego

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