Takeoff Technician – Earthworks & Site Development

TerraFirma; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in TerraFirma

Relocation packages

Job summary

TerraFirma is seeking a detail-oriented estimator to produce quantity takeoffs for earthworks and site development. You will translate civil plans and field conditions into accurate quantities across grading, utilities, paving, and related scopes, collaborating with estimators, engineers, and project managers to inform bid decisions.

You will own takeoff outputs, improve internal tools, and help speed, accuracy, and repeatability of pricing workflows, including refining templates and documenting

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience performing construction takeoffs.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specs, and bid docs.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs for earthworks, site development, utilities, and paving.
• Review drawings, specs, geotechnical reports to define scope accurately.
• Generate cut/fill quantities and material volume calculations for estimates.
• Work with estimators to structure takeoff outputs for bidding inputs.
• Identify scope gaps and risks early in the bid process.
• Support pre-bid planning through site visits and stakeholder coordination.
• Maintain organized, traceable takeoff documentation.
• Improve templates and workflows to increase speed and accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Tools

AGTEK

Trimble Business Center

B2W Estimate

Bluebeam

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Overview

You will produce the quantity takeoffs that drive TerraFirma’s estimating process for earthworks and site development projects. You will work closely with estimators, engineers, and project managers to translate civil plans and field conditions into accurate, decision-ready quantities that shape how we bid work.This role is highly detail-oriented and execution-focused. You will own takeoff outputs across grading, excavation, utilities, paving, and related scopes, while helping improve the speed, accuracy, and repeatability of how TerraFirma prices jobs. As our internal estimating tools and workflows evolve, you will also help refine the systems that make takeoff faster and more reliable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs for earthworks and site development scopes, including grading, excavation, fill, utilities, and paving
• Review civil drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and related bid documents to define scope accurately
• Generate cut/fill quantities, haul assumptions, and material volume calculations that can be translated directly into estimates
• Work closely with estimators to structure takeoff outputs into clear, usable estimating inputs
• Identify scope gaps, quantity risks, and plan inconsistencies early in the bid process
• Support pre-bid planning through site visits, walkthroughs, and coordination with project stakeholders when required
• Maintain organized, traceable documentation for takeoffs, assumptions, and bid packages
• Improve internal templates, standards, and workflows to increase takeoff speed, consistency, and accuracy
• Provide feedback on software tools and internal systems used in estimating and project planning

Basic Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience performing construction takeoffs, preferably in earthworks, grading, site development, or heavy civil construction
• Strong experience with takeoff or earthwork software such as AGTEK, Trimble Business Center, B2W Estimate, Bluebeam, Civil 3D, or similar tools
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering plans, specifications, and supporting project documents
• Strong understanding of grading plans, cut/fill analysis, and site development scope
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively with estimators, engineers, and project teams in a fast-moving environment

Additional Requirements

• Comfortable with working in a fast-paced startup environment
• Must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX if not within commuting distance
• Ability to travel occasionally to job sites across Texas
• Interest in construction technology, robotics, and automation

Compensation & Benefits

Base compensation will vary based on factors such as relevant experience and education. Salaries and leveling will be determined on a case-by-case basis if an offer is extended. Our total compensation package also includes equity in TerraFirma. Relocation packages are available to help cover moving costs, if applicable.