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Associate Director of Cost Management

Not Disclosed•Full-TimeRemote

location_onFirst Drive West, San Francisco, California, 94129, United States

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About OCMI

Founded in 1982 and still privately owned, OCMI is one of the nation's fastest-growing construction management consultancies. Our core values—One Team, Curiosity, Meaningful Service, and Integrity—drive everything we do. 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.

About the Role

We are excited to welcome an Associate Director of Cost Estimating/Management to our team. This is a fantastic remote opportunity for candidates preferably based in California or the West Coast time zone, with specific experience in HCAI healthcare projects. You will play a key role on our cost management and estimating team, leading comprehensive estimating efforts and overseeing quality control.

In this position, you will support one of the largest healthcare programs in the country, working on complex and rewarding projects while continuing to grow your career alongside a passionate team of cost management, project management, and scheduling professionals. You will clearly communicate cost strategies to clients, A/E consultants, and external project stakeholders, while leading reconciliations and interacting with internal teams.

Hiring Process

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, we encourage you to apply. A recruiter and subject matter expert will review your application and respond within five business days.

Work location

Work model: Remote

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First Drive West, San Francisco, California, 94129, United States

San Francisco, California

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleFacilitate document control, file management, and project collaboration efforts
  • check_circleEnsure quality deliverables by adhering to QA/QC procedures
  • check_circleResearch and develop vendor sources to maintain accurate cost information
  • check_circlePerform life cycle cost analysis, value engineering, and risk analysis tasks
  • check_circleMentor, train, and oversee a small team of cost estimators
  • check_circleParticipate in business development and lead outreach to prospective new clients
  • check_circleRepresent the firm to clients and business associates while upholding company values
  • check_circleLead formal meetings and negotiations to explain cost deliverables and justifications
  • check_circleProvide detailed quantity take-offs and preliminary pricing for various construction projects
  • check_circleReview and interpret construction drawings to define overall project scope
  • check_circleSupport development of comprehensive cost estimates and models aligned with strategic goals

Requirements

  • verified15 years aggregate construction experience as cost manager/estimating/preconstruction manager
  • verifiedPrior HCAI healthcare project estimating, management or preconstruction experience
  • verifiedAbility to understand and interpret construction documents
  • verifiedProficient user of On-Screen Takeoff (OST) software or similar
  • verifiedHighly proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • verifiedBachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or architecture, or 5 years minimum applicable construction trade experience

Nice to Have

Professionally based in California or the West Coast time zone. Experience as a consultant or for a large national general contractor. Proficiency with On-Screen Takeoff (OST) software or similar quantity takeoff software. A bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or architecture.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleRemote flexibilitycheck_circleCompany-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurancecheck_circle401K Program with Company Matchcheck_circlePaid Holidays, Sick Leave, and Vacation AccrualCompany Team Building and Employee Events
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Experience

15+ yrs (Lead)

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or architecture preferred

Job Type

Full-Time

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Skills, education and keywords

Skills: On-Screen Takeoff, Microsoft Excel, Cost Management, Project Management, Scheduling, Project Controls, Cost Estimating, Quantity Take-Off, Value Engineering, Risk Analysis.

Education: Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or architecture preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Associate Director of Cost Management at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management)

What does a Associate Director of Cost Management at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management) do?expand_more
A Associate Director of Cost Management at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management) is responsible for the following: Facilitate document control, file management, and project collaboration efforts; Ensure quality deliverables by adhering to QA/QC procedures; Research and develop vendor sources to maintain accurate cost information; and Perform life cycle cost analysis, value engineering, and risk analysis tasks.
What are the requirements for this Associate Director of Cost Management role?expand_more
OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management) is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 15 years aggregate construction experience as cost manager/estimating/preconstruction manager; Prior HCAI healthcare project estimating, management or preconstruction experience; Ability to understand and interpret construction documents; Proficient user of On-Screen Takeoff (OST) software or similar; Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel; and Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or architecture, or 5 years minimum applicable construction trade experience.
Where is the Associate Director of Cost Management role at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management) located?expand_more
Associate Director of Cost Management at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management) is based in First Drive West, San Francisco, California, 94129, United States. This is a remote role.
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OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management) has listed this Associate Director of Cost Management role as remote.
How much experience is required for this Associate Director of Cost Management role?expand_more
Associate Director of Cost Management at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management) typically requires 15+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
What skills do you need for the Associate Director of Cost Management role at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management)?expand_more
Key skills for Associate Director of Cost Management at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management) include On-Screen Takeoff; Microsoft Excel; Cost Management; Project Management; Scheduling; Project Controls; Cost Estimating; and Quantity Take-Off.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or architecture preferred.
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Associate Director of Cost Management at OCMI, Inc. (O'Connor Construction Management) is part of the trade & construction job category on Recrutus.
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