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Residential Takeoff Specialist
full-time•Richmond
About this role
Lansing Building Products has supplied professional contractors with high-quality building products since its founding in 1955. Led by third generation President & CEO Hunter Lansing, we remain true to the family values and mission of Respect, Service and Excellence in everything we do. A certified Great Place To Work™, Lansing has nearly 2,000 associates in 112 branches serving customers in 35 states along with Home Office locations in Richmond, VA and Waltham, MA. We exist to make a positive impact in people’s lives and are focused on delivering a best-in-class experience to our associates and our customers.
The primary responsibility of the Residential Take Off Specialist is to support the Take Off needs of the ISR, Branch Manager and Outside Sales Staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Fielding all Residential Take Off Requests submitted by Lansing Outside Sales and Branch Staff
- Estimates and determines the overall material needs for new and/or existing residential construction projects
- Generates list of requested material distributed by Lansing based on drawings provided and job specifications
- Relying on Planswift program to facilitate Material Take Off’s
- Maintains and distributes Check List to participating Branches
- Tracks and reports on activity
- Distributes reports to Regional Directors
- Assisting Commercial Take Off Specialist as needed
Required skills and experience:
- College degree preferred
- Prior industry experience
- Experience with blueprints, drawings and specifications
- Strong knowledge of Window, Door and building products
- Strong Analytical skills
- Superior Attention to Detail
- Confidence in navigating various take off programs
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Proven ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Must have the ability effectively communicate verbally and in writing
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work quickly and efficiently
- High level of customer centricity
- Superior stress management skills
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:30pm
Travel: Although the position does not require regular travel it is understood that Residential Take Off Specialist may be asked to travel to a branch or Home Office for trainings, in person meetings, assistance with inventory and other times deemed necessary.
Work Environment: This role supports working in-person either from a Branch setting or Lansing Home Office in Richmond, VA. Remote work will be taken under consideration.
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A Career with Lansing Building Products offers:
- Coverage to support your overall well-being: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA with company contributions, Health Advocate and EAP
- Investment in your future: Competitive 401k, Employer Match of 50% up to 15% of salary
- Culture: Great Place to Work Certified every year since 2019
- Work/Life Balance: Paid Vacation & Sick Days
- Growth/Development: Tuition Reimbursement & Training Programs
Other Added Benefits:
- Company Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Holidays
- Health and Wellness program
- Volunteer Time
Lansing Building Products is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a diverse team of qualified individuals.
What you'll do
- The Residential Take Off Specialist supports the Take Off needs of the ISR, Branch Manager, and Outside Sales Staff by fielding all Residential Take Off Requests and estimating material needs for construction projects. They also generate material lists based on provided drawings and job specifications.
About Lansing Building Products Recruiting Team
Lansing Building Products distributes exterior building products to professional contractors – and we’ve been doing it since Grandpa Ted Lansing founded the company in 1955. For 70 years, builders and remodelers across the country have trusted Lansing to help them build projects that last.
Today, we’re proud to operate over 110 branches nationwide under the leadership of third-generation President & CEO Hunter Lansing. Our commitment to superior service, mutual respect, and excellence in everything we do has never been stronger.
We partner with the industry’s most trusted brands – including James Hardie, Andersen Corporation, Harvey Windows + Doors, Mastic, CertainTeed, and TAMKO – to deliver the highest quality materials to the job site. From siding and windows to doors, trim, gutters, and decking, we offer the products, support, tools, and reliability professional contractors need to grow their business.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Residential Takeoff Specialist do at Lansing Building Products Recruiting Team?
As a Residential Takeoff Specialist at Lansing Building Products Recruiting Team, you will: the Residential Take Off Specialist supports the Take Off needs of the ISR, Branch Manager, and Outside Sales Staff by fielding all Residential Take Off Requests and estimating material needs for construction projects. They also generate material lists based on provided drawings and job specifications..
Is the Residential Takeoff Specialist position at Lansing Building Products Recruiting Team remote?
The Residential Takeoff Specialist position at Lansing Building Products Recruiting Team is based in Richmond, Virginia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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