Cost Estimator

At O’Connor Construction Management, Inc., 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, 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 Cost Estimator to our team at our Las Vegas office! This flexible, hybrid role offers you the opportunity to be a key member of our cost estimating team, where you'll have the chance to learn and grow your career with a passionate team of cost estimating and construction management professionals.
If you have a passion for construction and client service and are 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:
Assist in the preparation and review of cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and pricing related to electrical systems.
Complete a detailed review of all documentation and develop comprehensive cost estimates/models that communicate the client’s project and strategic goals.
Perform quantity take-off in a manner and level of detail consistent with the project goals and support the team.
Input estimate data into the appropriate software
Assure that a quality product is presented to the client through adherence to the company’s QA/QC procedures.
Communicate effectively through clear and concise means appropriate to the project’s goals (verbal, written, and graphics)
Actively research, solicit, and develop sources/vendors for compiling and maintaining the accuracy of cost information.
Desire to learn, grow, and advance their skills in estimating and various other project controls.
Qualifications:
1 -3 years of cost estimating experience in vertical construction/engineering projects preferred.
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, or 2 years of applicable construction trade experience in lieu of a degree, is preferred.
Benefits include:
Hybrid flexibility depending on position.
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: $85,000 -105,000
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.