Senior Mechanical/Plumbing Cost Estimator

OCMI, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybride; USD 170 000 - 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid flexibility

Medical/Dental/Vision and Life

401K with company match

Paid holidays / vacation

Team building

Résumé du poste

OCMI, Inc. is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator with healthcare project experience to lead estimating efforts on one of the nation’s largest healthcare programs.

You will develop detailed cost estimates/models, oversee QA/QC, and clearly communicate cost strategies to clients and A/E consultants. You’ll mentor estimating staff, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and support business development with cost exhibits for proposals and presentations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years as a cost estimating professional, preferably in consulting or for a large national GC.
• Healthcare project estimating experience (HCAI) preferred.
• Ability to interpret construction documents at all design levels (drawings/specs).
• Proficient with OST or similar takeoff software; strong Excel skills.

Responsabilités

• Lead estimates, studies, analyses and evaluations at all project development levels.
• Provide conceptual and detailed cost estimates, takeoffs, change-order reviews, and value engineering when needed.
• Develop and present documentation with comprehensive cost estimates/models to communicate client goals.
• Mentor estimating staff and support professional growth for the team.
• Ensure QA/QC quality by following established procedures and standards.
• Communicate cost information clearly to clients and consultants.
• Source and maintain cost information from vendors; support business development with cost exhibits.

Connaissances

Cost estimating

QA/QC

Project cost management

Value engineering

On-Screen Takeoff

Microsoft Excel

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Formation

Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or architecture

Outils

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

Description du poste

At OCMI, our core values—One Team, Curiosity, Meaningful Service, and Integrity—drive everything we do. Founded in 1982 and still privately owned, we've become one of the nation's fastest-growing construction management consultancies. Serving markets across federal, education, hospitality, healthcare, technology, and commercial sectors, we offer comprehensive services including cost management, project management, scheduling, and project controls. Most importantly, our teams are passionate about supporting each other and making a difference in the communities we serve.

We’re excited to welcome a Senior Cost Estimator with experience in HCAI healthcare projects to join our team. This is a fantastic remote opportunity where you’ll play a key role on our cost management/estimating team, leading comprehensive estimating efforts, overseeing quality control, clearly communicating cost strategies to clients and A/E consultants, leading reconciliations, and interacting with internal stakeholders.

You’ll support one of the largest healthcare programs in the country, working on complex and rewarding projects while continuing to grow your career alongside a passionate team of cost management, project management, and scheduling professionals.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, we encourage you to apply. A recruiter and subject-matter expert will review your application and respond within 5 business days.

Responsibilities:

• Lead 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
• Develop and present a detailed review of all documentation and develop comprehensive cost estimates/models that communicate the client’s project and strategic goals
• Provide mentorship and training to estimating staff and direct reports, supporting professional growth and team performance
• 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.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 7 years as a cost estimating professional, preferably as a consultant or for a large national general contractor, to include, but not limited to, conceptual estimating, take‑offs, change order review/reconciliation, value engineering solutions, risk mitigation and management, etc.
• Prior HCAI healthcare project estimating experience highly preferred
• Ability to understand and accurately interpret construction documents at all levels of design (drawings, specifications).
• Proficient user of On‑Screen Takeoff (OST) software or similar quantity takeoff software preferred.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel intermittently for projects and meetings with clients and project site visits.
• A bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture, or 5 years minimum of applicable construction trade experience in lieu of a degree, is preferred.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid flexibility
• Company-sponsored Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K Program with a Company Match
• Paid Holidays / Sick Leave / Vacation Accrual
• Company Team Building, Employee Events, and a fun, people‑first environment

Compensation: $170,000.00 - $200,000.00

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