Electrical MEP Cost Estimator – Hybrid Seattle

OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management); Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Medical/Dental/Vision and Life保险

401K Program with Company Match

Paid Holidays / Sick Leave / Vacation

Team Building andEmployee Events

Job summary

O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. in Seattle is seeking an Electrical-focused Cost Estimator to join our project controls team in a hybrid role.

You will develop cost estimates for MEP systems and support QA/QC processes, collaborating with stakeholders to align with client goals. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in construction (MEP preferred), proficiency with OST/Smartsheet, strong communication, and a related degree or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of construction industry experience, preferably involving mechanical, electrical, or plumbing scopes.
• Microsoft Office suite and Smartsheet experience preferred.
• Prior working experience with On-Screen Takeoff (OST), or other industry-related take-off software, is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree, in construction, engineering, or architecture preferred; or 2 years of applicable construction trade experience in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and review of cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and pricing related to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Provide a detailed review of all documentation and develop comprehensive cost estimates/models that communicate the client’s project and strategic goals.
• Perform quantity take-off in a manner and level of detail consistent with the project goals and support the team.
• Input estimate data into the appropriate software
• Assure that a quality product is presented to the client through adherence to the company’s QA/QC procedures.
• Communicate effectively through clear and concise means appropriate to the project’s goals (verbal, written, and graphics)
• Actively research, solicit, and develop sources/vendors for compiling and maintaining the accuracy of cost information.
• Desire to learn, grow, and advance their skills in estimating, and various other project controls.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction/engineering/architecture

Tools

OST (On-Screen Takeoff)

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Job description

O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. in Seattle is seeking an Electrical-focused Cost Estimator to join our project controls team in a hybrid role.

You will develop cost estimates for MEP systems and support QA/QC processes, collaborating with stakeholders to align with client goals. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in construction (MEP preferred), proficiency with OST/Smartsheet, strong communication, and a related degree or equivalent experience.