Estimator

Marine Estimator – Antrim/ Worldwide

Mivan is a dynamic and progressive specialist joinery and interior fit-out contractor in the marine sector, with a reputation for excellence and innovation. Mivan works both on land based and marine projects. We are currently recruiting an experienced Marine Estimator to join our Estimating team to ensure highly competitive, carefully resourced, analysed tender costs and prepare quality submissions to clients.

Main duties will include:

• Preparation of enquiry and tender documents.
• Sourcing and assessing supplier and sub contract quotations and, wherever possible, at the most advantageous terms to the Company and in compliance with any specific contract requirements.
• Preparation of accurate Bills of Quantities from drawings, specifications and schedule of finishes
• The preparation of an analytical estimate from first principles and where necessary as a check against subcontract quotations.
• Review and comment on design options and report findings and recommendations on cost, quality and availability during the tender adjudication meeting.
• Calculation of site management and preliminary costs.
• Arrange and when necessary, chair tender adjudication meetings including preparing the relevant documentation and ensuring that any actions are completed and incorporated within the final submission.
• Monitor and oversee the compilation of tender submission documents which may be prepared by others.
• Prepare tender submission.
• Participate in final negotiations.
• Client liaison.
• Arrange and attend handover meetings on successful tenders.
• Post tender and post contract discussions and cost considerations including evaluation of the contract.
• Assist in the training of other members of the estimating team by disseminating any relevant information regarding construction method, programme, construction outputs and contract conditions and the potential implications.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• A proven track record in estimating fit-out projects including bespoke joinery manufacture.
• The ability to work from ‘first principles’
• Strong negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent commercial acumen.
• Good management skills
• A proactive and organised approach with the ability to work to strict deadlines in a fast and dynamic environment.
• Excellent IT skills including experience in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word & Outlook.

The Job Holder will be required to travel in order to assess market conditions and any other factors that may affect the tender submission. This may involve short periods away from Head Office. Travel will also be required to meet clients during any stage of the tender process. Depending on the client’s location, travel maybe international.

Why Join Us?

At Mivan, we are committed to creating a positive, inclusive and high-performing environment where our people are supported to succeed.

Our values shape the way we work and the decisions we make. We are looking for people who share these values:

• Can-do attitude – take ownership, solve problems and get things done.
• Recognise our people – treat others with respect, work as one team and support each other's success.
• Advance innovation – challenge the status quo and look for better ways of working.
• Focus on health and safety – prioritises health, safety and wellbeing.
• Take pride – care about quality and delivering exceptional results.

We will reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package, training and personal development opportunities and a range of initiatives designed to support a healthy work/life balance.

If you are looking for a role where you can influence growth, build lasting partnerships and be part of an ambitious team, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications is 28th October 2026 at 13:00pm

Mivan is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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