National Property Specialist - Full Time (Vancouver, BC)

SCM; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized insurance firm in Vancouver is seeking a National Property Specialist to provide property valuations and inspections for various real estate sectors. The ideal candidate has a diploma in Construction or Building Science and at least five years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Xactimate and excellent communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to travel extensively as required by the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years estimating and project management experience in construction or insurance industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of building codes and construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide valuations on residential and commercial properties.
• Produce bidding documents for repair projects.
• Perform site inspections and quality surveying.
• Submit well-written appraisals and reports.

Skills

Building specifications proficiency

Xactimate expertise

Estimating and project management

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma in Construction/Building Science

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

Company:

Pario Engineering & Environmental Sciences LP – QuantifyNational Property Specialist - Full Time (Vancouver, BC)

Role Summary

Reporting to the Director Pacific Region ParioQuantify, this position will offer “best in class” Pario services and products to new and existing customers. As National Property Specialist, you will perform the necessary work to provide building specifications for residential/commercial/agricultural Replacement Cost Value (RCV) and Actual Cash Value (ACV) Appraisals, Bid Tendering Documents, Catastrophe Appraisals, Cost Audits, Dispute Resolutions, Building Valuation Appraisals and Appraisals Under the Insurance Act. You have a strong understanding of the mitigation, restoration and new construction processes and are proficient in the use of Xactimate, Word & Excel. You are experienced with building construction, building codes and basic electrical and plumbing techniques. Using your field expertise you will perform site inspections, quality surveying, measuring and specifications to provide pricing of various structures. Utilizing time management skills and your marketing/sales knowledge will assist you in meeting daily, weekly, and monthly productivity requirements. Proficient report writing is also required.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform the necessary work to provide replacement costs and actual cash value valuations on various residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Produce specification bid documents including general conditions, specifications, scope of work, bid sheets for building damage repair.
• Provide recommendations on protection from further damage as well as recommendations to repair or replace building.
• Provide verification of type and cause of damage – hail, water, etc.
• Complete cost audit and file reviews on jobs.
• Provide valuation appraisals on residential and commercial buildings.
• Provide recommendations on costing, length of time to repair or to replace dwelling.
• Responsible for submitting well written, documented appraisals and reports.
• Appraisals, file audits and reviews to adhere to ParioQuantify quality standards.
• Invoice a minimum of 37.5 billable hours weekly / 1950 billable hours annually.
• You will also promote all ParioQuantify services to ClaimsPro adjusters to help ParioQuantify to achieve its budgeted annual post loss appraisal revenue.

Education, Knowledge and Experience Required:

• Diploma in Construction/Building Science, Construction Management, Architectural or Civil Engineering Technology
• Minimum 5 years estimating and project management experience in construction, restoration or insurance industry required.
• Working Knowledge of Xactimate Estimating Software is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, good computer skills and ability type a minimum of 35 wpm.
• Capacity to learn various electronic and manual estimating systems.
• Exposure to construction industry and interpretation of building codes.

Environment/Work Conditions:

• Property specialists need to be mobile and physically able to investigate the scene, when required. They are required to work varied hours including dayshifts and must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Ability to travel, as extensive travel is a requirement of the job.
• Ability to lift/move up to 40lbs.
• Sit, stand, walk, kneel, crawl, and climb to investigate damaged property.
• All prospective employees must pass a background check.

SCM Insurance Services and affiliates welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates throughout the recruitment and assessment process.