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Senior Cost Estimator

OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management)
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2026 CLOSED ON 1/17/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Cost Estimator position at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management)?

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 thrilled to welcome a West Coast-based Senior Cost Estimator to join our team in San Diego, CA! This remote role offers the opportunity to be a key member of our cost estimating team, where you'll have the chance to learn and grow your career alongside a passionate group of cost estimating and construction management professionals.

If you're an experienced cost professional seeking a company that offers growth, flexibility, and an exceptional culture, we encourage you to apply now. A recruiter will respond to your resume within five business days.

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

Qualifications

  • 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.
  • Prior healthcare estimating experience highly desired
  • Ability to understand and accurately interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications).
  • Proficient user of On-Screen Takeoff (OST) software or similar quantity takeoff software preferred.
  • Ability to work independently
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • A bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture 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: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00

OCMI, 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.

Salary : $130,000 - $150,000

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