Construction Takeoff Specialist / Junior Cost Estimator

Job DescriptionJob Description

Your primary responsibility will be to interpret blueprints and specifications and create accurate quantity takeoffs using company provided software (Bluebeam), for residential and commercial projects, including multi-family, restaurants, hotels, schools, etc. Focus on exterior elevations: stone veneer, thin brick, masonry.

Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed takeoffs for material quantities.
- Review job specifications, plans and scope of work.

- Prepare and/or review job cost estimates (commercial and residential).

- Prepare proposals for submittal to customers (using existing templates).

- Work with sales team to identify opportunities.
- Search bid database for appropriate projects.

- Follow up with customers via phone, email.

Qualifications:
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings, contracts and specifications.

- Excellent written and oral communication skills.

- Ability to communicate with General Contractors, Architects, Estimators.

- Strong analytical and organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail.

- Ability to prepare accurate quotes to meet deadlines.

- Ability to work independently and to take initiative.

- Proficient in the use of MS Office software to prepare documents (Excel and Word).
- Willingness to learn and apply our estimating process, while proposing potential improvements.

- Experience with Bluebeam computer aided estimating software highly desirable, but not required.
- Experience in Construction industry highly desirable, but no previous experience in stone veneer construction required. Training is provided.

The job reports to the Preconstruction Manager.

Please respond by email with your resume and/or qualifications, plus compensation requirements.

Compensation will be per hour or per week, depending on availability and experience.

Company DescriptionEstablished in 2006, we are a leading North Carolina based manufacturer and installer of high-quality manufactured stone veneers for both residential and commercial applications. The company operates along the East coast, with primary focus in the Southeast US, and is one of a select group of stone veneer manufacturers certified to meet strict product quality criteria. Join us and grow with us.Company DescriptionEstablished in 2006, we are a leading North Carolina based manufacturer and installer of high-quality manufactured stone veneers for both residential and commercial applications. The company operates along the East coast, with primary focus in the Southeast US, and is one of a select group of stone veneer manufacturers certified to meet strict product quality criteria. Join us and grow with us.