Plant Takeoff Specialist

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Posting: </b></p><p>Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Commercial/Mechanical,</span> Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.</p><p></p><p></p><p>Ferguson is currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a Plant Takeoff Specialist to work with project documents and partner with Project Managers, engineers, and contractors for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants in order to be able to generate a very detailed scope of materials specific to the requirements for each project.</p><p></p><p>This role is fully remote and can be based anywhere in the United States.</p><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li><p>Review schedule for work required and associated timeline</p></li><li><p>Analyze specifications, plans, and details and identify issues</p></li><li><p>Set up meetings with Project managers and Plant sales associates for review of overall project prior to starting takeoff</p></li><li><p>Send RFI to engineers as needed to resolve issues</p></li><li><p>Perform detailed material takeoff</p></li><li><p>Mark plans accordingly checking and highlighting items taken off</p></li><li><p>Enter specification, phase, system, location, and notes as required for each item</p></li><li><p>Note any specific qualifications or alternatives to plans or specifications</p></li><li><p>Complete takeoff and review project data for accuracy before releasing to Project Manager</p></li><li><p>Review project addenda daily and update scope of materials as required</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><p>3+ years of experience performing material takeoffs for Waterworks materials</p></li><li><p>Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of pipe, valves, fittings, and misc materials associated with the waterworks industry. Specifically DIP, Steel, Stainless, HDPE, PVC, and Process Valves</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated knowledge of construction documents – Plans, Detail drawings, P&ID Drawings, Specifications, Bid forms and front end documents, project management, and construction administration</p></li><li><p>Detailed and be able to maintain a high level of accuracy</p></li><li><p>Strongly organized and with the ability to handle multiple projects</p></li><li><p>Ability to handle electronic file management on data server</p></li><li><p>Ability to learn new technological advances within our industry and operation</p></li><li><p>Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word & Excel</p></li><li><p>Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of Sage Estimating is a plus</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of Planswift Estimating software is a plus</p></li><li><p>Design-Build experience is a plus</p></li></ul><p></p><p>At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!</p><p style="text-align:inherit">-</p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Pay Range:</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit">-</p><p style="text-align:left"><i>Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.</i></p><p style="text-align:inherit">-</p>$3,075.30 - $7,791.30<p style="text-align:inherit">-</p><p style="text-align:left"><b><i>Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles </i><u>OR</u><i> Hourly for all other roles.</i></b></p><p style="text-align:inherit">-</p><p style="text-align:left">This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.</p><p>-</p><p>Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.</p><p style="text-align:inherit">-</p><p style="text-align:left"><i>The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.</i></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><i><span>Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer <span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WDI1"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WDI1"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;"> Orientation/Gender</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> Identity.</span></i></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><a href="https://www.ferguson.com/content/careers/reasonable-accommodation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span>Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information</span></a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>

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