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H&S Contractor

Portland, OR

$40 - $41/hr

Support contractor safety, permitting, and site compliance activities * Provide oversight for ... with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as ...

LHH US

H&S Contractor

Portland, OR

$40 - $41/hr

Support contractor safety, permitting, and site compliance activities * Provide oversight for ... with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as ...

LaCrosse Footwear

Consumer Sales Specialist

Portland, OR · Remote

$23 - $31.25/hr

As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify. LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer that strives for and celebrates diversity in its workforce. Job ...

A-dec, Inc.

Upholsterer I (Swing Shift)

Newberg, OR · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

VEVRAA Federal Contractor" A-dec is interested in qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States for US-based positions. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment ...

LaCrosse Footwear

Recrafter I

Portland, OR · On-site

As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify. LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer that strives for and celebrates diversity in its workforce. Job ...

Sherwin-Williams

Delivery Driver - DOT

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$18.25/hr

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams ...

Sherwin-Williams

Delivery Driver - DOT

Tualatin, OR · On-site

$18.25/hr

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams ...

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What is a federal contractor?

A federal contractor is any worker or organization that enters into a contract to provide labor, services, products, or materials to a government department or agency. Federal contractors can be individuals or companies. Federal contractors are required to follow several federal hiring and labor laws to qualify for and maintain federal contracts. These laws include equal opportunity hiring, disability employment, and safety compliance. The duties of a federal contractor vary significantly depending on the type of work they perform.

What are some common challenges faced by federal contractors when working with government agencies?

Federal contractors often encounter challenges such as navigating complex compliance requirements, meeting strict deadlines, and adapting to changes in contract scope or government regulations. Maintaining clear communication with contracting officers and ensuring timely submission of documentation are essential for success. Additionally, understanding the nuances of government procurement processes and staying updated on policy changes can help minimize potential setbacks and ensure project continuity.

What is the difference between Federal Contractor vs Federal Employee?

AspectFederal ContractorFederal Employee
CredentialsVaries; often requires specialized skills, security clearancesRequires federal hiring process, often with competitive exams and clearances
Work EnvironmentContract-based, project-specific, often private sector settingsGovernment offices, agencies, or facilities
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate companies contracted by federal agenciesU.S. government agencies and departments
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding contract roles vs permanent positionsDifferences between government employment types

Federal Contractors work on specific projects for the government under contract, often in private sector settings, while Federal Employees are permanent staff working directly for government agencies. Both roles may require security clearances and specialized skills, but their employment terms and work environments differ significantly.

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Estimator (Public Works & Federal Construction)

Skyward Construction LLC

Portland, OR • On-site, Remote

$100K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Estimator (Public Works & Federal Construction)

Company: Skyward Construction LLC

Location: Ridgefield, WA (Pacific Northwest)

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $100,000 to $155,000+ total (base $80,000 to $125,000 DOE)

Experience: 2+ years of GC estimating; VA, DOE, and DOW backgrounds prioritized

Travel: Bid walks and jobsite visits required

Reports to: Company leadership / Preconstruction

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

About Skyward Construction

Skyward Construction is a commercial general contractor headquartered in Ridgefield, WA, and a proud Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). We build and renovate K-12 education, healthcare, and public facilities across the Pacific Northwest, and we are expanding our federal and agency pipeline, with SBA 8(a) and HUBZone certifications in progress. We are looking for an estimator who knows how to win public and federal work and wants to grow with a company building a serious public pipeline.

The SDVOSB Advantage

Skyward’s SDVOSB status matters in the federal space. It can mean fewer competitors, more relationship-driven procurement, and a clearer path to award when the proposal is complete and the team is credible. If you have federal estimating and technical proposal experience, you can win more of the right work here.

Position Summary

We are hiring an Estimator with a track record on public and prevailing wage projects to lead takeoffs, pricing, and competitive bid assembly on work from $500K to $15M. You will work hard-bid and best-value solicitations, author technical proposals for federal procurements, manage prevailing wage and compliance requirements, and serve as the primary preconstruction contact with GCs, owners, and government representatives.

What You Will Own

  • Prepare detailed, defensible estimates for public, federal, and commercial projects from $500K to $15M

  • Read and interpret public solicitations, drawings, specifications, and bid documents

  • Author technical proposals for federal procurements, including written narratives, approach sections, and supporting documentation

  • Develop scope-of-work narratives, pricing assumptions, and exclusion logs

  • Analyze and incorporate prevailing wage rates (Oregon BOLI / Washington L&I) into pricing

  • Lead bid-day compilation: vet, validate, and compile subcontractor proposals with discipline

  • Serve as the primary preconstruction contact with GCs, owners, and government representatives

  • Attend pre-bid walks and jobsite visits (travel required)

  • Help decide which work we pursue and which we walk away from

Required Qualifications

  • 2+ years of GC estimating experience, with public or government project work

  • Experience authoring technical proposals for public or federal projects

  • Working knowledge of prevailing wage requirements and compliance

  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and public bid documents

  • Proficiency with takeoff and estimating tools (On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Excel, or similar)

  • Willing to travel for bid walks and jobsite visits; works well remotely

  • Valid driver’s license

Preferred

  • Priority given to candidates with VA, DOE, and DOW project backgrounds

  • Federal experience (NAVFAC, USACE, VA, GSA, or similar agencies)

  • Familiarity with federal small-business programs (SDVOSB, 8(a), HUBZone)

  • K-12 and healthcare project experience

  • OSHA 30

  • Military or veteran background

Compensation & Benefits

  • Total compensation: $100,000 to $155,000+ (base salary $80,000 to $125,000 DOE)

  • Bid win bonuses and margin bonuses

  • Medical and dental insurance

  • 401(k) with up to 5% employer match

  • Paid time off

Skyward Construction LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).


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