Estimator

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain local area clientele in position to refer losses.
• Create accurate floor plans in Xactimate Sketch.
• Develop and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages as they present themselves.
• Manage work through completion, review budgets and communicate progress with clients and management.
• Review invoices and labor timely to ensure costs are included in the job costs monthly.
• Identify and present solutions when additional resources are needed.
• Demonstrate proficiency with source removal, decontamination, mitigation, containment, ventilation, contents and deodorization techniques.
• Participate in continued training with BELFOR University – Basic Xactimate training as part of preparation for passing Estimator Level, 2, or 3 User Certification test, dependent on Estimator role.
• Independently manage own work.
• Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain vehicles in a clean serviceable condition.
• Complete all accident, injury & incident reporting forms as required timely.
• Show strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills.
• Show excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Aid in the development and continuing improvement efforts to establish Belfor USA Group, Inc as World Class in the industry.

Requirements

• Develop and maintain client book of business dependent on Estimator, Senior Estimator, General Estimator, and Executive General Estimator job requirements.
• Serve as primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultants.
• Scope development, negotiation and agreements with customers.
• Coordinate after hours emergency services as directed, including board-ups, water damage, fire and smoke damage and vandalism.
• Conduct oneself professionally and with courtesy at all times.
• Identify potential site hazards (asbestos, lead paint, mold, etc.).
• Convey information and respond to requests for information promptly.
• Apply industry TPA Program standards and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.

Qualifications

• English literacy and fluency.
• Understanding of MSDS Data sheets, and applicability to jobs.
• Use the BELFOR Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, etc.
• Extensive Customer Service experience.
• Advanced Microsoft offices skills, experience with Xactimate.
• Professional demeanor and appearance, excellent telephone skills.
• Ability to work well with others, maintain professional interaction with co-workers and vendors.