Takeoff Specialist

Before You Apply Please note this is an Independent Contractor opportunity for professionals located in Latin America. This engagement does not constitute employment and does not include employee benefits. Contractors are expected to provide their own computer, internet connection, and any required software licenses except for Company-provided coded tools. About the Opportunity High-Light Electric, Inc., part of Mendoza Companies, is seeking a detail-oriented Independent Contractor to provide Digital Takeoff Services supporting our Electrical Estimating team. This is a fully remote independent contractor engagement for professionals located in Latin America who have experience performing digital quantity takeoffs for construction projects. The contractor will support the estimating process by converting construction drawings and specifications into organized, coded quantity data used by our estimating team. This engagement is structured around project-based deliverables rather than employment, offering flexibility while supporting a growing estimating operation. What You'll Do As part of each assigned project, you will: Perform complete digital quantity takeoffs using Bluebeam and Company-provided coded tools. Apply the appropriate work/cost codes to all quantified items. Prepare takeoff files in a format that can be imported into the Company's estimating spreadsheets. Identify plan conflicts, specification discrepancies, missing information, and scope questions for estimator review. Prepare concise takeoff summary reports documenting assumptions and observations. Participate in estimating discussions to answer questions regarding completed takeoffs. Continuously study Company standards, plans, specifications, and public works documentation to improve deliverable quality. Contribute recommendations that help improve estimating tools, coding standards, and takeoff methodologies. What We're Looking For We're looking for professionals who demonstrate: Exceptional atten