Cost Estimator – Mechanical
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Job Description
Mechanical Cost Estimator supporting federal government construction projects at OCMI. Preparing estimates, quantity takeoffs, reconciliations, and value-engineering analyses for mechanical and plumbing trades.
Responsibilities:
- Create estimates, studies, analyses, and evaluations at all levels of project development
- Provide conceptual-level estimates, detailed quantity take-offs, change order reviews/reconciliations, and value engineering solutions
- Review documentation and develop comprehensive cost estimates/models communicating client project and strategic goals
- Ensure quality deliverables by adhering to QA/QC procedures
- Communicate clearly and concisely in alignment with project goals
- Research, solicit, and develop vendor sources to maintain accurate cost information
- Support business development by developing, promoting, and maintaining client relationships and creating cost exhibits for proposals, meetings, and presentations
- Support federal government construction projects throughout the project lifecycle
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of cost estimating experience, preferably in a consulting environment, including conceptual estimating, quantity takeoffs, change order review, value engineering, and cost analysis
- Ability to interpret and analyze construction documents throughout all phases of design
- Experience estimating mechanical and plumbing trades
- Electrical estimating experience a plus
- Proficiency with On-Screen Takeoff (OST), MII/PACES, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office
- Ability to travel as required
- Must successfully obtain HSPD-12 Federal Contractor clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred
Benefits:
- 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







