Electrical Cost Estimator

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 an electrical-focused Cost Estimator to our Seattle office! This flexible, hybrid role offers you the opportunity to be a key member of our Seattle 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'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:

• Provide detailed quantity take-off and preliminary pricing for a variety of construction project types.  
• Review and interpret construction drawings to understand the overall project scope.
• Support development of comprehensive cost estimates/models communicating the client’s project and strategic goals.
• Facilitate document control, file management, and project collaboration.
• Ensure a quality product is presented to the client by adhering to QA/QC procedures.
• Actively research, solicit, and develop sources/vendors to compile and maintain the accuracy of cost information.
• Communicate effectively through clear and concise means appropriate to the project goals.

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of cost estimating experience in vertical construction/engineering projects preferred.
• Electrical cost estimating experience required.
• 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: $120,000 -130,000

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. 

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