Senior Cost Manager/Estimator

OCMI, Inc.

$170K — $200K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in cost management or estimating, preferably in a consulting role or with a national general contractor.
  • Strong preference for experience with HCAI healthcare projects.
  • Proficient at interpreting all levels of construction documents, including drawings and specifications.
  • Experience with On-Screen Takeoff (OST) software or similar tools is preferred.
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and cost modeling.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
  • Willingness to travel intermittently for project-related meetings and site visits.

Responsibilities

  • Represent the firm in client and peer engagements, embodying the company's core values.
  • Present cost deliverables and justifications confidently in meetings and negotiations.
  • Provide detailed quantity take-offs and preliminary pricing for diverse construction projects.
  • Interpret construction drawings to grasp the overall project scope and requirements.
  • Develop comprehensive cost estimates that align with client objectives and strategic goals.
  • Ensure document control and effective project collaboration across teams.
  • Maintain high quality in deliverables by following QA/QC procedures and standards.
  • Conduct research to develop supplier relationships and verify cost information.
  • Perform lifecycle cost analysis, value engineering, and risk management tasks as needed.
  • Mentor and oversee a small team of cost estimators, promoting their professional growth.
  • Engage in business development activities, including outreach to potential clients.

Benefits

  • Flexible remote work options.
  • Comprehensive company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401K plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation accrual.
  • Team-building activities and an inclusive, people-first workplace culture.
Full Job Description
We9re excited to welcome a Senior Cost Manager/Estimator to our team in Northern California with experience in HCAI healthcare projects. This is a fantastic remote opportunity where you9ll 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.

You9ll 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:
  • Represent the firm to clients, peer organizations, and business associates with the values of OCMI
  • Be capable of explaining cost deliverables, processes, and justifications in a formal meeting, presentation, or negotiation as the lead OCMI representative.
  • Provide detailed quantity take-off and preliminary pricing for a variety of construction project types.
  • Review and interpret construction drawings to understand the overall project scope.
  • Support development of comprehensive cost estimates/models communicating the client9s project and strategic goals.
  • Facilitate document control, file management, and project collaboration.
  • Ensure a quality product is presented to the client by adhering to QA/QC procedures.
  • Actively research, solicit, and develop sources/vendors to compile and maintain the accuracy of cost information.
  • Communicate effectively through clear and concise means appropriate to the project goals.
  • Perform life cycle cost analysis, value engineering, and risk analysis tasks.
  • Mentor, train, and oversee a small team of cost estimators.
  • Participate in business development and marketing initiatives, including leading outreach to key, prospective new clients.

Qualifications:
  • A minimum of 10 years as a cost manager / 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 bachelor9s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture, or 5 years minimum of applicable construction trade experience in lieu of a degree, is preferred.

Benefits include:
  • Remote 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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