Senior Cost Manager Estimator
About the role
About OCMI
Founded in 1982 and still privately owned, OCMI has become one of the nation's fastest-growing construction management consultancies. Our core values—One Team, Curiosity, Meaningful Service, and Integrity—drive everything we do. We serve markets across federal, education, hospitality, healthcare, technology, and commercial sectors, offering comprehensive services including cost management, project management, scheduling, and project controls.
About the Role
We're seeking a Senior Cost Manager/Estimator to join our cost management and estimating team. You'll lead comprehensive estimating efforts, oversee quality control, and communicate cost strategies to clients, A/E consultants, and internal stakeholders. This role supports one of the largest healthcare programs in the country, working on complex and rewarding projects while growing your career alongside a passionate team.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent the firm to clients, peer organizations, and business associates with OCMI's values
- Explain cost deliverables, processes, and justifications in formal meetings, presentations, and negotiations as the lead OCMI representative
- Provide detailed quantity take-off and preliminary pricing for various construction project types
- Review and interpret construction drawings to understand overall project scope
- Support development of comprehensive cost estimates and models that communicate the client's project and strategic goals
- Facilitate document control and file management
Ideal Candidate
Preferably based in California or the West Coast time zone, with experience in HCAI healthcare projects.