What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimating Takeoff Specialist position at PHFM | Facilities Maintenance - Interior & Exterior Services?
Description
Are you detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? Powerhouse is looking for an Estimating Takeoff Specialist to play a key role in turning project opportunities into winning proposals. If you love combining precision with problem-solving, this is your chance to make an impact on projects nationwide.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll be the go-to expert for project measurements that drive our estimating and proposal process. You will:
Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or other digital measurement software.
Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook); ability to learn new software quickly.
What’s In It For YOU
Medical, dental, vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance and additional voluntary plans.
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
PTO, 11 Company Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
Wellness activities and an onsite gym
Ongoing professional development and continuing professional education.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify or assign duties as necessary in response to business needs and company priorities.
Are you detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? Powerhouse is looking for an Estimating Takeoff Specialist to play a key role in turning project opportunities into winning proposals. If you love combining precision with problem-solving, this is your chance to make an impact on projects nationwide.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll be the go-to expert for project measurements that drive our estimating and proposal process. You will:
- Prepare front-end measurement work for both new RFPs and organic opportunities.
- Request and review bulk measurements for RFPs; confirm project boundaries.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for 3rd party measuring platforms.
- Collaborate with estimators to verify accuracy of all measurements.
- Handle measurement requests from 3rd party measuring platforms or perform self-measurements as needed.
- Use Bluebeam to measure from site plans for organic proposals.
- Coordinate and request site visits when required by the customer for bidding purposes.
- Must be comfortable in an ever-changing environment.
- Ability to interpret site maps.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Self-motivated, reliable and attention to detail a must!
- 1–2 years of office/admin, construction support, or estimating experience (not required but nice to have).
- Comfort with Microsoft Excel/Word, maybe basic Bluebeam or AutoCAD exposure (can be taught).
- Strong attention to detail, organized, able to manage documents and numbers.
- Communication skills for coordinating with project managers/estimators.
- High school diploma or some college (degree preferred but not required).
Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or other digital measurement software.
Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook); ability to learn new software quickly.
What’s In It For YOU
Medical, dental, vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance and additional voluntary plans.
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
PTO, 11 Company Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
Wellness activities and an onsite gym
Ongoing professional development and continuing professional education.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify or assign duties as necessary in response to business needs and company priorities.