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Federal Estimator at Willmeng Construction
PhoenixFull-timePreconstruction & EstimatingPosted 2 months ago
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<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94);"><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">About Willmeng</span></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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. </span></p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></p></div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(52, 73, 94);"><strong>The Role</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(52, 73, 94);"><strong>What you will accomplish</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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+).</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(52, 73, 94);"><strong>What we would like you to have</strong></span></p>
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<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">5+ years Construction Estimating or Preconstruction experience ideally in the Federal space</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field is preferred</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to work in office</li>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(52, 73, 94);"><strong>You’re inspired by our values</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Altruistic - Our foundation is built upon the authentic, selfless concern we share for the success and wellbeing of others.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94);">Compensation </span></strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">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.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94);">Benefits</span></strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Employee Stock Ownership Plan</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Discretionary annual bonus <br></span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">401k with employer match</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% covered, with options to add dependents at 50% coverage by Willmeng</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Flexible Time Off Policy</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">9 paid company holidays</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave, with an additional 3-5 weeks of disability leave for delivery recovery</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Spacious break rooms with healthy meals & snacks provided at no additional cost</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Team-building activities, including volunteer opportunities </span></li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94);"><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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.</span></strong></span></p></div>
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