Senior Cost Estimator bei OCMI, Inc.

At O’Connor Construction Management, Inc., 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, 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 have an immediate opening for a Senior Cost Estimator  to join our growing team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will provide highly responsive cost consulting services in one of the firm’s core business lines. If you're an experienced cost professional looking for a hybrid office role with a company that offers growth, flexibility, and an incredible culture, we encourage you to apply now!     

Senior Cost Estimator 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 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 accuracy of cost information 
• Support business development efforts by developing, promoting, and maintaining client relationships through the creation of cost exhibits for proposals, meetings, presentations, etc. 

Desired Senior Cost Estimator Experience:      

• A minimum of 10 years as a cost estimating professional, preferably as a consultant, to include, but not limited to conceptual estimating, take-offs, change order review/reconciliation, value engineering solutions, etc.  
• Ability to understand and accurately interpret construction documents at all levels of design. 
• Expert user of industry software for quantity take-off 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel user and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture preferred 

What’s in it for you?         

At OCMI, we take care of you so that you can make an immediate impact on our clients and our truly unique, friendly culture. We offer competitive compensation, a full suite of company sponsored benefit programs, life insurance, 401k + company match, paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, company team building events, a significant amount of remote and hybrid flexibility that promotes a sustainable work/life balance, and so much more!     

Learn more at www.ocmi.com/firm/culture      

Compensation: $135,000.00 to $150,000.00 

O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. (OCMI) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. OCMI does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.