Insurance Estimator - Melbourne

Skyline Building Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyline Building Group, based in Abbotsford and servicing Melbourne, seeks an experienced Insurance Building Estimator to join our team. You will manage assessments from initial inspection through submission, developing accurate scopes of work and itemised estimates for residential and commercial insurance repairs.

You will work closely with Project Managers, trades and insurer partners to ensure competitive, compliant repair methodologies.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating residential and/or commercial insurance building repairs.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods and repair methodologies.
• Ability to prepare accurate estimates and detailed scopes of work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple claims and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to assess property damage and repair methodologies.
• Prepare clear insurance assessment reports with photos and findings.
• Develop accurate scopes of work and itemised estimates for repairs.
• Identify pre-existing defects and potential exclusions for insurer consideration.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor quotations reflecting current market rates.
• Coordinate specialist inspections and reports as required.
• Liaise with insurers, loss adjusters, insured parties, trades and consultants.
• Arrange property access and manage assessment/submission deadlines.
• Work with Project Managers to confirm repair methodologies, budgets and delivery.
• Prepare variations with justification and documentation.
• Apply NCC/BCA, Australian Standards and OHS requirements.
• Meet insurer SLAs and KPIs.

Skills

Estimating insurance repairs

Damage assessment

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Building or trade qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Estimating software

Job description

Skyline Building Group is an industry-leading building company specialising in insurance repairs across the residential and commercial sectors. We pride ourselves on delivering quality workmanship, professional service and excellent outcomes for our clients.

Based in Abbotsford, we manage projects throughout Melbourne.

Insurance Building Estimator

Abbotsford | Melbourne

About Skyline Building Group

Skyline Building Group is an industry-leading building company specialising in insurance repairs across the residential and commercial sectors. We pride ourselves on delivering quality workmanship, professional service and excellent outcomes for our clients.

Based in Abbotsford, we manage projects throughout Melbourne.

About the Opportunity

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Insurance Building Estimator to join our team.

This role suits a confident estimator with demonstrated insurance building experience, strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage assessments and estimates from initial inspection through to submission. You will work closely with our Project Managers, trades and insurer partners to develop accurate scopes, practical repair methodologies and competitive estimates.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to assess property damage and determine appropriate repair methodologies.
• Prepare clear, detailed insurance assessment reports supported by photographs and relevant findings.
• Develop accurate scopes of work and itemised estimates for residential and commercial insurance repairs.
• Identify pre-existing defects, maintenance issues and potential scope exclusions for insurer consideration.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor quotations, ensuring pricing reflects current market rates and client requirements.
• Coordinate specialist inspections and reports where required.
• Liaise professionally with insurers, loss adjusters, insured parties, trades and consultants.
• Arrange property access and manage assessment and submission deadlines.
• Work with Project Managers to confirm repair methodologies, project budgets and delivery requirements.
• Prepare variations with clear justification and supporting documentation.
• Apply relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC/BCA), Australian Standards and OHS legislation.
• Meet insurer service level agreements (SLAs), key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting requirements.

Key Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated experience estimating residential and/or commercial insurance building repairs.
• A relevant building or trade qualification, supported by sound technical knowledge.
• Proven ability to prepare accurate estimates, detailed scopes of work and professional assessment reports.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, damage assessment and repair methodologies.
• Knowledge of current market rates, subcontractor pricing and trade allowances.
• Experience interpreting specialist reports and incorporating recommendations into repair scopes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple claims and competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical findings clearly.
• Confidence negotiating with subcontractors and communicating with insurer representatives and customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, along with estimating and insurance claim management systems.
• The ability to work autonomously and contribute positively within a team.
• Knowledge of relevant building regulations, Australian Standards and OHS requirements.
• A current driver's licence.