What are the responsibilities and job description for the Takeoff Specialist position at Niles Industrial Coatings?
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Core Values: Care Trust Help (C.T.H.)
Summary of Position
The Takeoff Specialist supports the estimating team by reviewing drawings, specifications, and project documents to quantify labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor requirements. This role is responsible for preparing accurate quantity takeoffs and assisting the estimating team during the preconstruction and bidding process.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Review plans, specifications, and bid documents.
· Perform quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and equipment.
· Identify project scope items and assist with bid package preparation.
· Prepare and maintain takeoff reports and estimating documentation.
· Communicate with vendors and subcontractors to gather pricing information.
· Assist in organizing bid documents, drawings, and project files.
· Support estimators with pre-bid meetings, site visits, and bid submissions.
· Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and project records.
· Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
- Experience reading construction drawings and specifications preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Experience with takeoff software (Bluebeam preferred).
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
Niles Shared Services is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and believes that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements therefore, we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, marital status or parental status, height, weight, citizenship status, arrest record, disability, genetic information, military or veterans’ status or any other legally protected status by federal, state, or local law.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Reading Construction drawings: 2 years (Preferred)
- Bluebeam: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person