What are the responsibilities and job description for the Takeoff Estimator position at LaForce?
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Purpose
LaForce is looking for a Takeoff Estimator to be responsible for analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare separate material accumulations for the projects LaForce is bidding.
Major Responsibilities
- Review blueprints and specifications in detail to get a general overview of the job. Look for discrepancies and communicate appropriately with departments.
- Separate materials into price-able format by department. Questions on how to bid a specific aspect of the job should be communicated with the appropriate department in the Company.
- Communicate with pricing departments within the Company concerning the materials needed for the project.
- Resolve discrepancies and inaccuracies with sales, architects and contractors. Use own judgment to decide the best way to handle the discrepancy.
- Review amendments and addenda to update take-off with new information. This could include revisions, rebids or having all new plans submitted for the project. Additionally, there could be a request for parts of the projects to be broken out differently or to include different types of product.
- Responsible for prioritizing and managing the timing of submission of bids.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Must be willing to learn additional LaForce computer software.
- Drug Screen, background check, driver’s license check
Benefits
LaForce offers great benefits and a fun, professional working environment!
- 401K plan with a match
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- Paid time-off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Company wellness program
