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 an Electrical Cost Estimator
to join our team in either Auburn, AL
, or Rockville, MD
! This hybrid role offers an opportunity to support the development of cost estimates for electrical systems while learning from and growing alongside a passionate team of project controls professionals.

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:

• Knowledge Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel,
• Prior working experience with On-Screen Takeoff (OST), or other industry-related take-off software, is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture or 4 years of applicable construction trade experience in lieu of a degree preferred.

Benefits include:

• 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: $65,000 - $75,000

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