Takeoff Technician

Position summary The Takeoff Technician produces accurate quantity takeoffs from bid documents so the Estimating team can price site grading, utilities, blasting, asphalt paving, demolition, and natural gas work. The role builds earthwork models in AgTek, measures and marks up plans in Bluebeam Revu, and organizes quantities in Excel for estimators to price. Detail Department Estimating Reports to Chief Estimator Employment type Full-time FLSA status Exempt Location Main Office Schedule Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM; extended hours near bid deadlines Essential duties and responsibilities General estimating support Review plans, specifications, addenda, and geotech reports for scope and quantity impacts. Mark up drawings in Bluebeam with clear, color-coded layers for estimator review. Organize quantities in Excel templates aligned to the company's cost codes. Track addenda and revise takeoffs as plans change. Flag discrepancies, missing information, and scope gaps to estimators. Support bid-day preparation and maintain an organized bid file. Visit project sites as needed to verify conditions. Hand off takeoffs and models to Operations and field GPS teams on awarded jobs. Earthwork and site grading Build existing and proposed surface models in AgTek from PDF plans, CAD files, and survey data. Calculate cut/fill volumes, topsoil stripping, undercut, subgrade, and stone base quantities. Apply shrink/swell factors and identify import/export and balance needs. Develop haul and phasing quantities when requested by the estimator. Utilities and natural gas Take off storm, sanitary, and water pipe by size, material, and depth range. Count structures, fittings, valves, hydrants, and services. Measure trench, bedding, backfill, and rock excavation quantities. Quantify natural gas main and service lines, tie-ins, and restoration. Blasting and rock Estimate rock excavation volumes from geotechnical reports and boring logs. Identify areas likely to require blasting versus mechanical removal. Asphalt and paving Measure paving areas and calculate tonnage by mix type and lift thickness. Take off milling, base course, curb, striping, and patching quantities. Demolition Quantify removal of pavement, structures, utilities, and other site features. Note disposal, salvage, and hazardous material items flagged in the documents. Required qualifications High school diploma or GED. 2+ years of quantity takeoff experience in civil, site work, or heavy construction (or equivalent education plus 1 year). Ability to read and interpret civil plans, profiles, cross-sections, details, and specifications. Working knowledge of earthwork, underground utility, and paving construction methods. Strong math skills, including area, volume, and unit conversions. High attention to detail and ability to meet firm bid deadlines. Clear written and verbal communication with estimators, engineers, and field staff. Software Required proficiency AgTek Build existing and design surfaces from PDF and CAD; calculate earthwork volumes, cut/fill maps, and material layers; utility trench takeoff Bluebeam Revu Measurement tools, calibration, counts, custom tool sets, layers, markups, and document comparison for addenda Microsoft Excel Formulas, lookups, takeoff templates, and quantity summaries Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams Bid correspondence, RFIs, scheduling, and team coordination Preferred qualifications Associate or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field. Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or similar software. Familiarity with HCSS HeavyBid, B2W Estimate, or another heavy civil estimating system (preferred). Knowledge of state DOT specifications and pay item structures. Exposure to natural gas distribution standards and utility owner requirements. Field experience in grading, pipe, or paving operations. Working conditions Primarily office-based, with extended computer and dual-monitor wo…

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