Estimator

About This Role

Estimating for property restoration projects is the core of this role, working with property owners and insurance company representatives to create complete, accurate, and profitable estimate packages. The Estimator will use their expertise in estimating and documentation platforms, managed repair relationships, and job management systems to effectively capture the project scope of work and drive the estimating process.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a customer service liaison to insurance adjusters and other insurance carrier representatives to maintain and grow strategic relationships
• Utilize Xactimate/Symbility/T&M Pro to model the scope of work for mitigation, reconstruction, and contents estimates with an emphasis on speed, accuracy, and profitability
• Submit complete estimate packages including all required supporting documentation
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and managed repair program guidelines
• Drive the estimating process from initial draft through revisions to final approval
• Create preliminary budgets
• Perform site visits and field documentation duties as necessary including various visual documentation and material sampling / processing
• Contribute to continuous improvement in all aspects of estimating through technology, process improvement, pricing research, and constructive feedback
• Assist with training of new and existing employees
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver
• Advanced software and computer skills including Microsoft Office products
• Minimum two years of estimating experience
• Minimum two years of construction and/or restoration experience
• Clear, proactive communication in written and spoken English
• Working knowledge of mitigation, construction, and contents job activities
• Able to interact with interested parties with utmost professionalism and collaborative spirit
• High degree of urgency in serving internal and external customers
• Work independently and efficiently as a reliable team member in a deadline-oriented environment
• Manage time effectively and adapt schedule to changing priorities
• Adept at learning new industry-related software applications quickly and independently
• Observant with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• Task-oriented with consistent follow-through
• Committed to practicing continuous improvement

Nice to have:

• Previous experience working in the insurance property damage restoration industry
• Bachelor

Benefits