JOB SUMMARY:
This position is primarily responsible for estimating large and/or complex construction jobs, negotiating job scopes, and ratifying contract amounts. It is expected that this person builds and maintains relationships with clients. This is a full-time position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Create the written estimate for work in the carrier-preferred estimating software, such as Xactimate or CoreLogic Mobile Claims; or Jenkins preferred estimating method if the job is not insurance related
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Interface with clients and insurance representatives throughout the estimating phase
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Handle full negotiation of project through to estimate approval by insurance carrier or client
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Schedule and execute regular onsite meetings with client and Project Manager Prepare construction contract and coordinate contract ratification
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Assist Project Management team in producing change orders and supplements
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All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
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High School diploma or GED required; 2+ years of construction estimating experience; equivalent combination of education and experience
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Restoration industry experience preferred
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Basic math skills (equivalent to those needed at a GED level)
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Regularly required to climb roofs, crawl into confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces, which includes being able to carry a 28 ladder from their truck and setting it up at the roof line of the associated property
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Excellent customer service and communication skills using English language
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Great attitude, trustworthy, dependable, and a pleasant personality
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Able to pass a background check, driving record check, and regular employee drug screenings
