National Property Specialist - Full Time (Vancouver, British Columbia)

SCM; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking a National Property Specialist for their North Vancouver office. The role involves assessing property damages and providing appraisals, with a focus on residential and commercial properties. Applicants should have a diploma in Construction or a related field, along with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. The position requires excellent communication skills, proficiency in Xactimate Claims Software, and the ability to work independently. Compensation ranges between $77,400 and $111,000.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in construction, restoration, or insurance industry.
• Must have working knowledge of Xactimate Claims Software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost valuations for various properties.
• Produce specification bid documents for repairs.
• Provide recommendations on repair or replacement.

Skills

Estimating and project management

Communication skills

Knowledge of building codes

Xactimate Claims Software

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma in Construction/Building Science

Job description

Company

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

Role Summary

Reporting to the Director, 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 liability specification and actual cash value (ACV) appraisals, catastrophe appraisals and appraisals under the Insurance Act, Insurance to Value appraisals. You have a strong understanding of the restoration process and are proficient in the use of Xactimate. You are experienced with 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.

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 audit and file reviews on completed jobs

• Provide appraisals on residential and commercial buildings
• Provide bid documentation including general conditions, specifications, scope of work, bid sheets for building damage repair
• Provide recommendations on costing, length of time to repair or to replace dwelling

• Responsible for submitting well written, documented appraisals
• Appraisals, file audits, and reviews to adhere to RMS quality standards

• You will also promote all rmsQuantify™ services to ClaimsPro adjusters to help RMS 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 3-5 years estimating and project management experience in construction, restoration or insurance industry required
• Working Knowledge of Xactimate Claims 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 is a definite asset

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

Compensation: $77,400 - $111,000

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.

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