Senior Cost Estimator

OCMI, Inc.•San Francisco, CA

2d•$195,000 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

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/Manager to our growing team. We’re seeking candidates based in San Francisco, California, with experience in HCAI healthcare projects to join our cost management and estimating practice. In this role, you’ll lead comprehensive estimating efforts, oversee quality control, develop and communicate cost strategies, manage estimate reconciliations, and collaborate closely with clients, A/E consultants, and project stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to support one of the largest healthcare programs in the country, contributing to complex, high-profile projects that make a lasting impact. As part of a collaborative team of cost management, project management, and scheduling professionals, you’ll take on meaningful challenges while continuing to grow your career. 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.

Requirements

A minimum of 15 years aggregate construction experience as a cost manager /estimating/preconstruction manager 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 management or preconstruction experience is required. Any of these HCAI experiences, or a combination of them, is acceptable.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

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 client’s 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.