Navantia UK

Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, security and energy transition ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state-of-the-art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well-positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.

Job Description

Cost Estimation and Analysis

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for Ship Repair, Ship refit, Ship revitalisation and construction projects, products, and services.
• Utilise expertise in Ship construction and Operation, specifically related to materials, labour costs, and engineering principles to calculate project costs.
• Utilise expertise to analyse and interpret data, drawings, and technical documents to produce detailed cost breakdowns.
• Develop and maintain standard cost databases, norms, and estimating conventions to improve accuracy and response times.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Understand shipping conventions and classification society rules
• Liaise and coordinate with internal departments such as Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Procurement during the compilation of estimates and bid packages.
• Conduct site visits to assess project requirements and validate assumptions.
• Ensure that contractual terms, standards, and client specifications are fully considered in all cost submissions.
• Prepare tender documents, bid proposals, and cost summaries in accordance with client requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Analyse bids and quotations from subcontractors and suppliers for accuracy and competitiveness.
• Develop bid submissions and proposals aligned with company and customer objectives.
• Support negotiations with clients on pricing, variations, and change orders.
• Provide technical advice and cost guidance to clients and project teams.
• Support project managers in preparing estimates for variation orders and change control processes.
• Assist with project handovers and ensure all cost-related documentation is accurate and complete.