Job Description

Our family-owned, residential property restoration company is growing its clientele, and we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join our team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in construction project management, be organized, motivated, detail-oriented and driven. We are offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with an outstanding benefits package.

Estimator Job Duties:

• Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements, setting priorities
• Effectively discuss the claims process and contract terms with potential customers/ insureds
• Review and evaluate cost estimates
• Prepare estimates and purchase orders in detail for all products
• Ensure timely completion of estimates
• Understand scope of work to bid
• Prepare cost analysis
• Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors and subcontractors
• Prepares construction budget by studying home plans; updating specifications; identifying and projecting costs for each elevation
• Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; negotiating price
• Maintains quality service by following organization standards
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Communicate with trade partners and team members regarding new and current projects
  
  

Experience & Skills:

• 3+ years' experience in construction estimating
• Experience working with insurance providers carriers and TPA’s
• Able to read architectural plans and develop cost estimates
• Strong understanding of residential construction processes
• Proficiency with MS office 365, Dash, Xactimate
• Able to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
• Impeccable problem-solving skills