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Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen
At Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen, we work every day on challenging repair, maintenance, and conversion projects for a wide variety of vessels. From rapid repairs to complex conversions, every project starts with a thorough technical assessment and a reliable cost estimate.
As a Project Estimator, you play a key role in winning new business. You translate customer requirements into technically and financially viable proposals and collaborate with colleagues from various disciplines to develop competitive quotations. Are you technically skilled, well-organized, and energized by solving complex challenges? Then we would love to hear from you.
About us
Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen is one of the leading ship repair yards in Northwest Europe and is part of Damen Shipyards Group. From our strategically located facilities in the Port of Vlissingen, we provide repair, maintenance, and conversion services for a wide range of vessels, including naval ships, offshore vessels, ferries, dredgers, and commercial ships.
No two projects are the same. That is what makes our work technically challenging, commercially dynamic, and highly rewarding.
The role
As a Project Estimator, you are responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and technical proposals for potential projects. You assess customer inquiries, inspect vessels, determine scope and workload, and identify the most efficient technical and logistical approach.
You work closely with Commercial Managers, Project Managers, Cost Engineers, Procurement, and subcontractors to develop competitive and realistic quotations. With your expertise, you directly contribute to securing new projects and supporting the continued growth of Damen Shiprepair Vlissingen.
Key accountabilities
Skills & experience
You are a technically oriented professional who enjoys combining technical expertise with commercial awareness. You quickly understand complex projects and translate them into realistic budgets and planning scenarios.
In addition, you bring:
What we offer
At Damen, we believe it is important to support and develop talented professionals. We understand that success comes from the right balance between autonomy and guidance.
We offer:
Why Damen?
At Damen, you have the opportunity to make a real impact. You will work on technically challenging projects that help keep vessels around the world operational and future-ready. Together with driven colleagues, you will develop solutions that matter to our customers and to the maritime industry.
Recruiter:
Email:
gerard.eggink@damen.comPlease apply through the Apply Button. Due to GDPR reasons we cannot accept applications by email.
Working at Damen: building the future of the maritime world
Do you want to work in the maritime sector and contribute to meaningful work? At Damen, you work together on ships and solutions that matter, built to last.
About Damen as an employer
Damen is an international family-owned company with strong roots in the Netherlands. With more than 12,000 colleagues worldwide, we have been building all kinds of ships and maritime solutions for generations, from workboats to naval vessels and innovative solutions for offshore and energy. We take a long-term view and work together on solutions that not only work today, but also for future generations.
Facts about
Number of employees: 9.000+
Sector: Yacht building, Marine Energy, Maritime, Offshore, Shipbuilding & repair
Preferred educational level: Vmbo, Mbo, Hbo, Wo bachelor, Wo master
Career level: Student, Starter (< 3 years), Young professional (3-5 years), Professional (5-10 years), Senior professional (>10 years)
Preferred education: Engineering (Maritime, Mechanical, Electrical), Shipbuilding, Supply Chain & Logistics, and Business & Support functions (e.g. Finance, HR, IT, Marketing)
Open vacancies: Check career.damen.com