Remote Appraiser - Building Damage

Aviva; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is looking for a Remote Appraiser to assess building damages and provide technical expertise in property claims. The role involves collaborating with various teams, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with internal standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive estimating experience and proficiency in Xactimate software, along with a commitment to customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Base compensation with eligibility for annual bonus

Retirement savings and share plan

Health benefits and competitive vacation package

Corporate wellness programs

Volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Residential and/or Commercial estimating experience.
• Strong proficiency in Xactimate with at least 3 years' experience.
• Knowledge of property claims adjusting processes.

Responsibilities

• Assess building damages and complete estimates for damages under $250,000.
• Conduct virtual and physical site inspections.
• Collaborate with specialists and manage dispute resolutions.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Technical expertise

Education

Post-Secondary education or completion of the Insurance Institute program (CIP / FCIP)

Tools

Xactimate

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

We have a great opportunity for a Remote Appraiser with technical expertise to accurately assess building damage. They are also responsible for providing both emergency mitigation and structural scopes of repairs in accordance with industry construction practices and standards as well as in conjunction with company standards. In addition, provide reliable assurance of an effective control environment with respect to building losses, focusing on the scope, repair, quality and customer experience. This role requires the ability to read and interpret scopes from Aviva internal staff, as well as external contractors, to develop estimates. The role is in support of Property Claims Supply Chain, while adhering to the protocols established and managed by the Loss Assessment Unit.

Come join our team!

What you'll do:

Provide support to the handling Adjuster in creation of building damage estimates less than $250,000.00.

Assess building damages utilizing a provided scope, and complete estimates using Xactimate and other virtual tools available.

Provide technical expertise pertaining to property damage.

Occasionally conducts virtual and physical site inspections to ensure compliance with internal expectations, guidelines, and quality of work requirements.

Aware of emerging construction practices, standards and materials.

Accountable for timely and accurate reporting.

Interpret construction plans, drawings, and specifications.

Collaborate with Specialists, Engineers and Project Management staff to promote positive working relationships.

Assistance with dispute resolution when required.

Ability to make recommendations on construction and unit cost issues as necessary.

What you'll bring:

A minimum of 5 years of Residential and/or Commercial estimating experience, including in-depth knowledge of building construction practices.

A strong proficiency and working knowledge of Xactimate estimating software with a minimum of 3 years' experience.

Strong knowledge of property claims adjusting processes.

Problem solving and analytical skills balanced with strong decision-making ability.

Excellent communication skills to effectively articulate complex issues to senior leadership, colleagues, business leaders and external partners.

Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Post-Secondary education or working toward completion of the Insurance Institute program (CIP / FCIP)

Deep understanding of IICRC Standards. Water Restoration Technician, Applied Structural Drying, and other IICRC designations are considered assets.

Adaptation to change in dynamic, fast-moving industry.

Ability to communicate respectfully and compassionately.

Driven by a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.

What you’ll get:

Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.

Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.

Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.

Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.

About the company

We’re here to protect our 33 million customers from life’s unexpected twists and turns – freeing them from fear of uncertainty.We are one of only a few insurance companies in the world that can provide customers with life, general and health insurance, and asset management in one place – a composite insurer.And we have a unique competitive advantage. Whether we’re protecting them from everyday risks or helping them to save for the future, we put customers at the heart of all we do – creating a bright and sustainable future for our customers, employees and our communities.

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