Remote Mechanical & Plumbing Cost Estimator - Federal

OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management); Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote flexibility

Company-sponsored Medical/Dental/Vison

Life Insurance

401K Program with a Company Match

Paid Holidays / Sick Leave / Vacation

Team Building / Employee Events

Job summary

OCMI, Inc. is seeking a Cost Estimator to join our growing team.

This fully remote position will support a variety of federal government construction projects and requires hands-on experience preparing and managing mechanical and plumbing trades throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities include leading estimating efforts, overseeing quality control, communicating cost strategies to clients and A/E consultants, conducting estimate reconciliations, and partnering with internal

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cost estimating experience in a consulting environment.
• Ability to interpret construction documents through all design phases.
• Experience estimating mechanical and plumbing trades; electrical est a plus.
• Proficiency with OST, MII/PACES, Excel, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Create estimates, studies, analyses, and evaluations at all levels of project development.
• Provide conceptual-level estimates, detailed quantity take-off, change order reviews/reconciliations, and value engineering solutions as necessary
• Provide a detailed review of all documentation and develop comprehensive cost estimates/models that communicate the client's project and strategic goals
• Ensure a quality product is presented to the client by adhering to QA/QC procedures
• Communicate effectively through clear and concise means appropriate to the project goals
• Actively research, solicit, and develop sources/vendors for compiling and maintaining the accuracy of cost information
• Support business development efforts by developing, promoting, and maintaining client relationships by creating cost exhibits for proposals, meetings, presentations, etc.

Skills

Cost estimation

Takeoffs

Value engineering

Communication

QA/QC procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

OST

MII/PACES

Excel

MS Office

Job description

OCMI, Inc. is seeking a Cost Estimator to join our growing team.

This fully remote position will support a variety of federal government construction projects and requires hands-on experience preparing and managing mechanical and plumbing trades throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities include leading estimating efforts, overseeing quality control, communicating cost strategies to clients and A/E consultants, conducting estimate reconciliations, and partnering with internal