Senior Mechanical Cost Estimator

OCMI, Inc.•San Diego, CA

2d•$140,000 - $170,000•Remote

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. Step into a role where your estimating experience truly shapes outcomes. We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Cost Estimator who is physically located in California to join our team in a remote role supporting one of the largest healthcare programs in the nation! You’ll work on complex, meaningful projects from early design through construction, applying your mechanical estimating expertise alongside a collaborative team of cost estimator and construction management professionals. If this sounds like a blast and you're a match, apply now! Applying only takes 60 seconds, and a Recruiter will respond to your resume within 5 business days.

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Mechanical cost estimating professional (ideally in a consulting environment), including conceptual estimating, takeoffs, change order review/reconciliation, and value engineering; prior mechanical trade experience required.
Prior healthcare estimating experience required
Ability to understand and accurately interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications).
Proficient user of On-Screen Takeoff (OST) software or similar quantity takeoff software preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture is preferred.

Responsibilities

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.