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Takeoff & Estimating Assistant
Slash StaffingMechanical Takeoff & Estimating Assistant reviewing construction plans and performing mechanical takeoffs. Supporting the estimating team and preparing accurate quantity counts for vendor quotes.
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical takeoffs and construction estimating, with a strong ability to read and interpret commercial construction drawings and HVAC systems. Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data management and project estimation processes.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Mechanical TakeoffsConstruction EstimatingPlanSwiftHVAC Equipment FamiliarityAttention to Detail
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Mechanical TakeoffsConstruction EstimatingReading Construction DrawingsHVAC Equipment IdentificationData EntryQuantity TakeoffsProject EstimationAnalytical Skills
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementReliabilityIndependence
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelPlanSwift
Industry Keywords
Commercial ConstructionEstimating ProceduresQuoting Process
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Review commercial construction plans and blueprints
- Perform mechanical takeoffs and quantity takeoffs
- Identify and count HVAC units, equipment, and related mechanical components
- Prepare accurate equipment counts for manufacturers to generate quotes
- Assist with preparing and organizing project estimates
- Support the quoting process and learn company-specific estimating procedures
- Perform general administrative and data entry tasks using Microsoft Excel
- Ensure accuracy and attention to detail throughout the estimating process
Requirements
What you’ll need- Previous experience with mechanical takeoffs or construction estimating
- Experience using PlanSwift
- Ability to read and interpret commercial construction drawings
- Familiarity with HVAC equipment and mechanical systems
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to learn company-specific estimating and quoting processes
- Reliable, accurate, and able to work independently
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible Schedule
- Remote work options