Facilities Construction Engineer

Entegee; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Term life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Other paid leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

Entegee seeks a seasoned Construction Estimator with 5+ years of estimating experience in大型/high-tech/government projects. Knowledge of aerospace facilities and government contracting rules (FAR/DFARS) is essential.

Experience with AI-based estimating programs is preferred to support bids and cost analysis. The role involves preparing takeoffs, building cost databases, and coordinating with engineers and subcontractors to ensure accurate bids and compliant proposals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction estimating experience
• Experience with AI and estimating software
• 2–4 years estimating for large-scale, high-tech, or government contracts
• 5+ years of construction methods, materials, codes, and industry standards (AIA/ASCE)
• Knowledge of government contracting regulations and cost accounting standards
• Experience with aerospace/defense facilities, esp. at prime contractors like Lockheed Martin
• Experience on Govt/DOD programs with contractual requirements

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed takeoffs and cost estimates for civil, structural, mechanical/electrical systems, and aerospace facilities
• Develop and maintain estimating templates, unit cost databases, and historical data for aerospace construction
• Collaborate with design engineers, PMs, and subcontractors to clarify scope and issues
• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings, specs, and BIM models; apply labor/material/equipment rates
• Generate bid packages, subcontractor quotes, and value engineering analyses; track bid results
• Support change order evaluation and cost impact analyses through project lifecycle
• Contribute to risk assessments, contingency planning, and cost reporting for leadership
• Ensure compliance with Lockheed Martin policies, project contracts, and applicable regulations

Skills

Construction estimating

AI estimation software

Govt/DOD contracting

Aerospace/defense project experience

Construction methods and codes

Cost accounting standards

Certifications (Estimator)

Job description

• Certified Construction Estimator (or equivalent experience= 5+ years of constructions estimating experience)
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence and estimating programs
• 2–4 years of experience performing construction estimating for largescale, high tech, or government contracted projects.
• 5+ years of construction methods, materials, codes, and industry standards (e.g., AIA, ASCE).
• Experienced working on Govt/DOD programs with contractual requirements, and applicable government regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS).
• Prior experience with aerospace or defense related facilities, especially at Lockheed Martin or other prime contractors.
• Knowledge of government contracting regulations and cost accounting standards.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed takeoff quantities and cost estimates for a variety of construction scopes (civil works, structural steel, mechanical/electrical systems, specialized aerospace facilities).
• Develop and maintain estimating templates, unit cost databases, and historical cost data specific to aerospace grade construction.
• Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and subcontractors to clarify scope, identify constructability issues
• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and BIM models; validate assumptions and apply appropriate labor, material, and equipment rates.
• Generate bid packages, subcontractor quotations, and value engineering analyses; track bid results and provide post bid cost reviews.
• Support change order evaluation and cost impact analysis throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to risk assessments, contingency planning, and cost control reporting for senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with Lockheed Martin policies, contractual requirements, and applicable government regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS).

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• term life insurance
• short-term disability insurance
• additional voluntary benefits
• commuter benefits
• 401K plan
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by law)
• other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law
• Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria

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