Estimator
BELFOR Property Restoration · Merrillville, IN · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain local area clientele to refer losses.
- Create accurate floor plans in Xactimate Sketch.
- Develop and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages.
- Manage work through completion, review budgets, and communicate progress with clients and management.
- Review invoices and labor to ensure costs are included in 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.
- Independently manage own work.
- Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and keep vehicles clean and serviceable.
- Complete all accident, injury & incident reporting forms as required timely.
- Show strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Aid in the development and improvement of Belfor USA Group, Inc.
Requirements
- Develop and maintain a client book of business dependent on Estimator, Senior Estimator, General Estimator, and Executive General Estimator job requirements.
- Serve as the 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.
- Identify potential site hazards (asbestos, lead paint, mold, etc.).
- Convey information proactively and respond promptly to requests for information.
- 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 their applicability to jobs.
- Use of the BELFOR Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, etc.
- Extensive customer service experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, experience with Xactimate.
- Professional demeanor and appearance, excellent telephone skills.
- Ability to work well with others, maintain professional interactions with co-workers and vendors.