Estimating Takeoff Specialist

PHFM; Crowley (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

PTO and Paid Parental Leave

Onsite gym

Ongoing professional development

PTO and holidays

Parental Leave

Onsite gym

Professional development

Job summary

A leading construction services firm in Texas is seeking an Estimating Takeoff Specialist who excels in a fast-paced environment. This role involves preparing measurements for proposals, collaborating with estimators, and utilizing software like Bluebeam and AutoCAD. Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a background in office or construction support. Benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, and wellness activities.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of office/admin, construction support, or estimating experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and able to manage documents and numbers.
• Comfort with technology and digital measurement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare front-end measurement work for new RFPs and opportunities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for 3rd party measuring platforms.
• Collaborate with estimators to verify accuracy of all measurements.
• Collaborate with estimators to verify measurement accuracy
• Handle measurement requests from 3rd party platforms or perform self-measurements
• Use Bluebeam to measure from site plans for organic proposals
• Coordinate site visits when required for bidding
• Interpret site maps and adapt to changing environments
• Self-motivated, reliable with strong attention to detail

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organized

Basic Bluebeam or AutoCAD exposure

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or some college

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job 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:

• 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!

What We’re Looking For:

• 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).

Skills

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.