Plant Takeoff Specialist

Ferguson

. Review schedules for required work and associated timelines .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $3,075 - $7,791 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performing detailed material takeoffs for Waterworks projects, with a strong understanding of construction documents and materials specific to the waterworks industry. Proficient in managing multiple projects while ensuring high accuracy and effective communication with project stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Material TakeoffsWaterworks Industry KnowledgeConstruction Document ProficiencyMicrosoft Office ProficiencyElectronic File Management

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Hard Skills

Material TakeoffsWaterworks Materials KnowledgeConstruction Document AnalysisProject ManagementDetail Drawings InterpretationP&ID Drawings KnowledgeHigh Level of AccuracyOrganizational SkillsTechnological AdaptabilitySage Estimating Knowledge

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsStrong OrganizationAbility to Handle Multiple Projects

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeOutlookWordExcelSage EstimatingPlanswift Estimating Software

Industry Keywords

WaterworksPipeValvesFittingsDIPSteelStainlessHDPEPVCProcess Valves

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review schedules for required work and associated timelines
Analyze specifications, plans, and details and identify issues
Set up meetings with Project Managers and Plant sales associates to review the overall project before starting takeoff
Send RFIs to engineers as needed to resolve issues
Perform detailed material takeoffs
Mark plans accordingly, checking and highlighting items taken off
Enter specification, phase, system, location, and notes as required for each item
Note specific qualifications or alternatives to plans or specifications
Complete takeoffs and review project data for accuracy before releasing to the Project Manager
Review project addenda daily and update the scope of materials as required
Work with project documents and partner with Project Managers, engineers, and contractors for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants to generate detailed material scopes

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience performing material takeoffs for Waterworks materials
Working knowledge of pipe, valves, fittings, and miscellaneous materials associated with the waterworks industry, specifically DIP, Steel, Stainless, HDPE, PVC, and Process Valves
Knowledge of construction documents, including plans, detail drawings, P&ID drawings, specifications, bid forms and front end documents, project management, and construction administration
High level of accuracy
Strong organization and ability to handle multiple projects
Ability to handle electronic file management on a data server
Ability to learn new technological advances within the industry and operation
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word & Excel
Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Knowledge of Sage Estimating is a plus
Knowledge of Planswift Estimating software is a plus
Design-Build experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
401(k) with a company match
Mental health coverage
Gender affirming benefits
Family building benefits
Paid parental leave
Associate discounts
Community involvement opportunities
Bonus or Incentive Plan eligibility