Senior Cost Manager

Description

• Review and interpret construction drawings to understand the overall project scope.
• Actively research, solicit and develop sources/vendors to compile and maintain the accuracy of cost information.
• Perform life cycle cost analysis, value engineering, and risk analysis tasks.
• Support development of comprehensive cost estimates/models communicating the client’s project and strategic goals.
• Represent the firm to clients, peer organizations, and business associates with the values of OCMI
• Mentor, train and oversee a small team of cost estimators.
• Provide detailed quantity take-off and preliminary pricing for a variety of construction project types.
• Ensure a quality product is presented to the client by adhering to QA/QC procedures.
• Participate in business development and marketing initiatives including leading outreach to key, prospective new clients.
• Facilitate document control, file management, and project collaboration.

Requirements

• Communicate effectively through clear and concise means appropriate to the project goals.
• Proficient user of On-Screen Takeoff (OST) software or similar quantity takeoff software preferred.
• Be capable of explaining cost deliverables, processes, and justifications in a formal meeting, presentation, or negotiation as the lead OCMI representative.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• 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.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to understand and accurately interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications).
• A bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture, or 2 years of applicable construction trade experience in lieu of a degree, is preferred.
• Prior higher healthcare estimating experience required
• Ability to travel intermittently for projects and meetings with clients and project site visits.

Benefits

• 401K Program with a Company Match
• Paid Holidays / Sick Leave / Vacation Accrual
• Remote flexibility
• Company-sponsored Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance
• Company Team Building, Employee Events, and a fun, people-first environment

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance