Construction Estimator

About the role

We have a sincere drive toward the goal of helping make fire and water damage “Like it never even happened”! Our Franchise is seeking someone who is comfortable working hard in challenging situations, enjoys meeting new people, has excellent communication skills, and is a serious multi-tasker. If you are self-motivated and have superb interpersonal skills, then you’ll thrive in this work environment.

Responsibilities

• Customer Satisfaction
  • Establish customer relationship for construction services
  • Educate customer on the construction process
  • Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes
  • Ensure that estimates meet client requirements
• Project Initiation
  • Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project
  • Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for construction projects
  • Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate
  • Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades
  • Work with Project Manager to price bid items, if needed
• Project Planning
  • Identify and document finalized project scope of work
  • Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimate (i.e Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.)
  • Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates
  • Deliver and communicate estimate to Project Manager

Necessary Experience and Skill Set

• 2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience
• Superb customer service track record
• Effective written and oral communication
• Advanced math skills
• Proficient use of Xactimate™ estimating software
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Team player
• Must have good driving record
• BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field preferred

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Walking and/or standing throughout the day
• Frequent driving and sitting
• Occasionally climbing ladders
• Occasionally exposed to extreme conditions such as heat
• Noise level in the work environment and jobsites can be loud

Schedule

Full-time position, working 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, 45 hours per week. This position frequently requires long hours, working on-call, and weekend work. Travel is required and is primarily local; some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Pay

Starts at $20.00 per hour based on experience, with possibility of bonus pay and increases based on merit. Compensation range: $50,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year.