Cost Estimator (Electrical)
About The Position
O’Connor Construction Management, Inc. (OCMI) is hiring an electrical-focused Cost Estimator for its Sacramento, California office. This hybrid role supports the development of cost estimates for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems and offers opportunities to learn and grow alongside a team of project controls professionals. The Estimator assists with estimates, quantity takeoffs, and pricing; reviews project documentation; develops comprehensive cost estimates and models; and helps ensure that estimates communicate the client’s project and strategic goals. The role also involves entering estimate data into appropriate software, following company quality assurance and quality control procedures, communicating clearly with project stakeholders, and researching and developing vendor and pricing sources.
Requirements
- One to three years of construction industry experience, preferably involving electrical scopes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture, or two years of applicable construction trade experience in lieu of a degree.
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft Office suite and Smartsheet experience.
- Prior working experience with On-Screen Takeoff (OST) or other industry-related takeoff software.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and reviewing cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and pricing for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Review project documentation and develop comprehensive cost estimates and models that communicate the client’s project and strategic goals.
- Perform quantity takeoffs at a level of detail consistent with project goals and support the team.
- Enter estimate data into appropriate software.
- Follow company QA/QC procedures to help ensure a quality product is presented to the client.
- Communicate effectively in verbal, written, and graphic formats appropriate to project goals.
- Research, solicit, and develop vendor sources to compile and maintain accurate cost information.
- Learn, grow, and advance skills in estimating and other areas of project controls.
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule.
- Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) program with company match.
- Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation accrual.
- Company team building and employee events.
- People-first work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
