Take Off Technician

Tucson, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

KE&G Construction Inc. a 100% employee-owned company is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Takeoff Technician to support and enhance our GPS and digital takeoff workflows. The Takeoff Technician assists the estimating team by producing accurate well documented quantity takeoffs and clear scope definitions for heavy civil projects. This position is vital to bid accuracy cost forecasting and risk management across earthwork underground utilities paving structures and site improvements.

What youll be doing

Quantities & Measurement
- Perform detailed digital takeoffs for earthwork (cut/fill shrink/swell over-excavation) utilities (water sewer storm) curb/gutter base asphalt concrete and structures (culverts retaining walls).
- Generate mass haul diagrams balance reports and material summaries; apply appropriate swell/shrink factors and compaction assumptions.
- Calculate trench volumes and bedding/backfill requirements by pipe class and depth; account for overbreak and trench safety allowances.
Plans & Models
- Interpret civil plans details and notes; corroborate with specifications geotechnical reports traffic control SWPPP and addenda/RFIs.
- Build and QA/QC surface models (existing/proposed) align plan/profile sheets and verify datum/benchmark consistency.
- Import/clean survey data (alignments control points) and reconcile with model geometry.
Documentation & Controls
- Organize takeoff folders maintain version control and audit trails.
- Flag drawing conflicts scope gaps and bid risks; draft RFI language for estimator review.
Collaboration
- Coordinate with estimators and project managers to align takeoffs with project phasing needs.
- Interface with field operations for constructability feedback and production rates.
- Support vendor/subcontractor quantity verification and scope delineation.

Requirements

24 years in heavy civil takeoffs or related preconstruction/estimating support.
Experience with Arizona agencies (City/County/ADOT).
Familiarity with GPS machine control and drone files and survey workflows.
Exposure to production-based estimating and crew-based cost codes (e.g. HCSS).
Utilize Trimble Business Center Microsoft Office Bluebeam platforms.

Strong proficiency with digital takeoff and civil modeling tools.
Solid understanding of earthwork principles (topsoil stripping moisture conditioning over-exc balancing) utility installation (pipe classes manholes/structures) paving (mix types lift thickness density) and basic structural quantities.
Ability to read and interpret plan/profile cross sections details specs and geotech reports.
Working knowledge of DOT/local agency standards (ADOT or jurisdictional equivalents) CSI divisions and construction sequencing.
Preferred not required Part 107 license. If hired without license candidate must obtain license upon hire
High attention to detail disciplined documentation habits and deadline reliability.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Regularly required to sit use hands talk/hear and operate computers
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and navigate active construction sites
Work both in office and field environments; outdoors in varied weather conditions
Exposure to dust machinery noise uneven terrain and site-related conditions
Occasional extended hours may be necessary to meet project deadlines

Why KE&G
At KE&G we believe inbuilding more than just projectswe build people. Our commitment to professional growth collaboration and innovation sets us apart.
Benefits:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Become a KE&G Employee-Owner!
Competitive Salary Annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee-Specific Development Plans
Medical Insurance (BCBS HSA & PPO Options)
Dental Vision Life and Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (with company contributions)
Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Insurance: Accident Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity
Company Events: Annual Picnic Employee Choice Awards Boot Bucks and More!
Company vehicle or Employee-provided vehicle program.
Annual Bonuses
Laptop Computer
iPhone

Are you ready to take your commercial construction career to the next level and join a team that values ownership leadership and innovation

Apply today to join KE&G and be part of ConstructingOurLegacy!

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

Required Experience:

Manager

Quantities & Measurement
- Perform detailed digital takeoffs for earthwork (cut/fill shrink/swell over-excavation) utilities (water sewer storm) curb/gutter base asphalt concrete and structures (culverts retaining walls).
- Generate mass haul diagrams balance reports and material summaries; apply appropriate swell/shrink factors and compaction assumptions.
- Calculate trench volumes and bedding/backfill requirements by pipe class and depth; account for overbreak and trench safety allowances.
Plans & Models
- Interpret civil plans details and notes; corroborate with specifications geotechnical reports traffic control SWPPP and addenda/RFIs.
- Build and QA/QC surface models (existing/proposed) align plan/profile sheets and verify datum/benchmark consistency.
- Import/clean survey data (alignments control points) and reconcile with model geometry.
Documentation & Controls
- Organize takeoff folders maintain version control and audit trails.
- Flag drawing conflicts scope gaps and bid risks; draft RFI language for estimator review.
Collaboration
- Coordinate with estimators and project managers to align takeoffs with project phasing needs.
- Interface with field operations for constructability feedback and production rates.
- Support vendor/subcontractor quantity verification and scope delineation.

Requirements

24 years in heavy civil takeoffs or related preconstruction/estimating support.
Experience with Arizona agencies (City/County/ADOT).
Familiarity with GPS machine control and drone files and survey workflows.
Exposure to production-based estimating and crew-based cost codes (e.g. HCSS).
Utilize Trimble Business Center Microsoft Office Bluebeam platforms.

Strong proficiency with digital takeoff and civil modeling tools.
Solid understanding of earthwork principles (topsoil stripping moisture conditioning over-exc balancing) utility installation (pipe classes manholes/structures) paving (mix types lift thickness density) and basic structural quantities.
Ability to read and interpret plan/profile cross sections details specs and geotech reports.
Working knowledge of DOT/local agency standards (ADOT or jurisdictional equivalents) CSI divisions and construction sequencing.
Preferred not required Part 107 license. If hired without license candidate must obtain license upon hire
High attention to detail disciplined documentation habits and deadline reliability.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Regularly required to sit use hands talk/hear and operate computers
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and navigate active construction sites
Work both in office and field environments; outdoors in varied weather conditions
Exposure to dust machinery noise uneven terrain and site-related conditions
Occasional extended hours may be necessary to meet project deadlines

Why KE&G
At KE&G we believe inbuilding more than just projectswe build people. Our commitment to professional growth collaboration and innovation sets us apart.
Benefits: