Federal Estimator

Willmeng Construction; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

401k with employer match

Health insurance

Job summary

Willmeng Construction seeks a Federal Estimator to develop accurate, competitive estimates for federal building projects, including courthouses and government facilities. The role requires deep knowledge of FAR, uniform cost coding, and compliance with federal procurement processes.

You will lead estimating efforts from planning through bid, coordinate with project managers and schedulers, and manage subcontractor quotes to ensure complete scope coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Construction Estimating or Preconstruction experience ideally in the Federal space
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field is preferred
• Ability to work in office

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating efforts for federal construction projects from early planning through final bid
• Apply Uniformat/MasterFormat cost coding, Davis-Bacon wage determinations, and Buy American requirements
• Solicit, review, and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes for complete scope coverage
• Identify construction risks, assess schedule impacts and alternative methods
• Collaborate with project managers, design teams, and schedulers to validate estimates
• Maintain accurate historical cost records and estimation files; produce reports for leadership and federal clients
• Proficient with estimating software and cost databases; quantify takeoffs and market pricing
• Demonstrate experience with UFC, ADA, ABA, and IBC codes; mentor junior estimators

Skills

Federal procurement knowledge

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Mentor to junior estimators

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or related field

Tools

RSMeans

Sage Estimating

WinEst

ProEst

MC2

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

About Willmeng

Since 1977, Arizona-based commercial general contractor Willmeng Construction has been committed to staying true to building excellence and preserving the company's high value to the clients we serve. Willmeng gives back to our community and has been recognized for a multitude of awards for project excellence and company culture including Contractor of the Year by AZRE Magazine, #1 General Contractor by Ranking Arizona, Best Workplace by Inc. Magazine, General Contractor of the Year by NAIOP, and Best Places to Work by Phoenix Business Journal.

Our strategic vision focuses on three fundamental aspects: supporting prelease transactions, maintaining our ability to competitively bid projects small and large, and fostering the "altruistic service" corporate culture established by recruiting highly talented individuals of great character.

The Role

The Federal Estimator will be responsible for developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for federal building projects, including courthouses, military facilities, government office buildings, and secure facilities. This role requires deep knowledge of federal procurement processes, cost breakdown structures, labor rates, and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The ideal candidate will have experience with Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and CM-at-Risk delivery methods within the federal sector. This role may require occasional travel for site visits, pre-bid meetings, or proposal presentations

What you will accomplish

• Lead Estimating Efforts – Develop detailed and conceptual cost estimates for federal construction projects from early planning through final bid, including thorough review of plans, specifications, and documentation to ensure accurate scope and pricing.
• Ensure Federal Compliance – Apply Uniformat/MasterFormat cost coding, Davis-Bacon wage determinations, and Buy American requirements; collaborate with contracting officers to interpret and fulfill RFP, RFQ, and IFB requirements.
• Manage Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination – Solicit, review, and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes to ensure complete scope coverage and compliance with bonding, qualifications, and federal small business participation requirements.
• Conduct Risk & Cost Analysis – Identify construction risks, assess schedule impacts and alternative methods, and recommend value engineering solutions that align with quality, cost, and compliance standards.
• Collaborate on Preconstruction Planning – Work cross-functionally with project managers, design teams, and schedulers to validate estimates, align planning with budget goals, and participate in site visits and pre-bid meetings.
• Document & Report Estimates – Maintain accurate historical cost records and estimation files; produce reports and presentations for internal leadership and federal clients to support project decisions.
• Leverage Technical Proficiency – Proficient with estimating software (RSMeans, Sage Estimating, WinEst, ProEst, MC2), scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), and platforms like Procore and Bluebeam; skilled in quantity takeoffs, cost databases, and market pricing.
• Demonstrate Experience & Qualifications – 8+ years of estimating experience, including 5+ years on federal building projects; experienced with federal delivery methods and large-scale vertical construction ($5M–$100M+).
• Exhibit Professionalism & Core Competencies – Strong knowledge of UFC, ADA, ABA, and IBC codes; detail-oriented, analytical, and organized; effective mentor to junior estimators; maintains integrity and professionalism in all federal and team interactions.

What we would like you to have

• 5+ years Construction Estimating or Preconstruction experience ideally in the Federal space
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field is preferred
• Ability to work in office

You're inspired by our values

• Altruistic - Our foundation is built upon the authentic, selfless concern we share for the success and wellbeing of others.
• Fair 360 - We illuminate with kindness by seeking to understand before being understood and by caring more than may seem reasonable so we can achieve genuine success for all.
• Strategic - The blueprint that guides the creation of a genuine place of purpose expresses the clarity of our vision, the rigor of our thought and the character of our word.
• Sincere - We present no facades, only genuine elevations of truth, trust, and wholehearted loyalty to the employees we mentor, the clients we serve and the communities we call home.
• Nimble - Our structural integrity is ensured through the balance of resourcefulness, responsiveness, and adaptability and strengthened by being well-rounded in the market to serve at the highest levels.

Compensation

Alongside cash, our total compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and 100% employee ownership. From wellness to work life, our benefits support our employees' total wellbeing.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 401k with employer match
• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% covered, with options to add dependents at 50% coverage by Willmeng
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• 9 paid company holidays
• 3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave, with an additional 3-5 weeks of disability leave for delivery recovery
• Spacious break rooms with healthy meals & snacks provided at no additional cost
• Team-building activities, including volunteer opportunities

Willmeng places nothing more important to the organizational health of the company than its overall focus on culture. By bringing different personalities together and embracing their individual contributions, the culture is rich, strong and uniquely different. With a true family feel and the opportunity to participate in building a genuine place of purpose for clients and employees, Willmeng has the distinct advantage of something exceptional and special in the culture.