Federal Estimator

About Willmeng

Since 1977, Arizona-based commercial general contractor Willmeng Construction has been committed to building excellence and preserving the company's high value to the clients they serve. Willmeng gives back to their 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
• Best Places to Work by Phoenix Business Journal

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 (preferred)
• Ability to work in an office
• Be inspired by our values

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.

• 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

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.