Construction Estimator

About the role

This full-time, in-office role for Construction Estimator is responsible for initial review of the construction estimates in Xactimate and Symbility and provide feedback and recommendations with detailed justification through line-item notes that aligns with our goals. The estimator is also responsible for creating construction estimates from the ground up based on digital sources.

Responsibilities

• Work with the V.P. of construction to develop standard operating procedures and create process maps to streamline estimating.
• Provide training and feedback to Estimators.
• Understand and provide feedback on the monthly adjustments made to estimating software.
• Submit complete estimates for approval within the required timeframe.
• Communicate effectively with the internal team, project managers, and insurance adjusters.
• Produce supplements and change orders as needed.

Requirements

• Expert construction estimator in Xactimate and Symbility.
• Minimum 5 years of construction estimating experience, 10+ preferred.
• Previous experience working with TPAs is required.
• Must be able to handle high volume and be ready to execute estimates quickly on tight deadlines.
• Must be able to train estimators on preferred estimating guidelines and the latest industry trends.

Qualifications

Review job site information from the photos and notes from the field personnel. Estimate projects using various estimating software such as Xactimate, and Symbility. Produce estimates that deliver excellent profit margins. Understand and provide feedback on the monthly adjustments made to estimating software. Submit complete estimates for approval within the required timeframe. Produce supplements and change orders as needed.

Skills

• Expertise in Xactimate and Symbility.
• Ability to handle high volume and execute estimates quickly on tight deadlines.
• Training and feedback skills.
• Communication skills with the internal team, project managers, and insurance adjusters.
• Experience with 3D scanning software such as Matterport is highly desirable.

Pay

This position starts at $70,000 up to $80,000 depending on experience, with up to a 20% bonus!