Role Overview

The Takeoff Specialist utilizes advanced software and industry expertise to conduct detailed takeoffs. They interpret complex architectural drawings, field-verify assumptions, and refine existing product estimates to minimize VPOs and ensure consistent quantity calculations across floor plans. Their primary objective is to reduce homebuilding costs while maintaining functionality, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Core Functions

• Meticulously analyze architectural plans and product specifications to quantify materials, labor, and other cost-related quantities.
• Field verify PO quantities regularly.
• Monitor and investigate VPOs to determine necessary steps for quantity correction.
• Continuously look for ways to improve accuracy of takeoffs by improving tools, assumptions, waste factors, and advising on construction practices.
• Initiate and champion cost saving ideas related to material usage and takeoffs to regional and purchasing leadership.
• Format and submit revised quantities to the purchasing systems team for easy import.
• Collaborate with field teams, construction support staff, suppliers/manufacturers, and leadership to ensure thoroughness and clarity.
• Navigate evolving project requirements effectively.
• Maintain thorough documentation of product specifications, waste factors, calculation methodologies, drawings referenced, etc. for all takeoffs.
• Report findings to stakeholders monthly. Get clarity on next steps and keep projects moving forward.

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years relevant work experience
• Knowledge of construction industry

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction takeoff/estimation processes
• Experience with Revit
• Strong math skills

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Variation of environments.
• Vision for near, mid-range and far as well as hearing for low, medium and high pitch.
• Requires physical ability for standing, sitting, crouching, kneeling, frequent walking, reaching above head and below waist.
• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, rock, etc.).
• Ability to navigate hazardous conditions such as frequent moving vehicles, construction equipment, and various construction materials.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license and must be able to be insured by company fleet insurance.
• Ability to lift 5 - 20 pounds.

Hours and Schedule

• Average 40 hours per week (8am-5pm, M-F).
• Travel is regularly required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Employee Benefit Package
• Employer-Paid Life, AD&D, LTD Insurance
• Enrolled into ESOP (Retirement Benefits)
• Paid Time Off Policy
• Company-Issued Cell Phone
• Company Training Opportunities
• Company-Sponsored Vision Trips