Estimator

About the role

The Estimator role is critical for the success of a restoration company, responsible for creating estimates in Xactimate software using program guidelines and IICRC standards. The position requires self‑starters who are detail‑oriented, adaptable, team players with strong critical thinking, multitasking abilities in a fast‑paced environment, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. A basic understanding of building materials (including flooring, drywall) and how they are affected by wind, water, fire, smoke, and other property‑damage causes is helpful. Solid computer skills and experience with Word, Adobe, Excel, etc. are required. While prior Mitigate, Restore, Xactimate, and Xactanalysis knowledge is not required, it would be beneficial. Candidates must have Xactimate experience and be able to demonstrate software knowledge during screening.

Responsibilities

• Read scopes and create the estimates provided by information gathered by on-site technicians
• Document property loss using jobsite photos and upload into operating system/software
• Writes mitigation, contents and reconstruction estimates using Xactimate and other estimating software
• Communicates conversations and key information on the job using the notes feature in required software
• Estimates using carrier audit standards and manages the estimate based on feedback from client and customer
• Communicates with