Construction and Mitigation Estimator/ Insurance claims Specialist

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Summary
The Construction / Mitigation Estimator is responsible for managing a wide range of functions necessary to successfully obtain, bid, and price construction projects. This position requires the ability to write estimates using Exactimate software. The estimator must have at least two years of experience using Exactimate to create accurate and detailed estimates. The estimator is responsible for creating an accurate scope of work, delivering a consistent and complete estimate, and maintaining a high quality of service in all dealings with customers, vendors, clients, and resource providers involved in construction and mitigation services.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Establish customer relationships for construction services
2. Educate customers on the construction process
3. Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes
4. Ensure that estimates meet client requirements
5. Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project
6. Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for construction projects
7. Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate
8. Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades
9. Work with Construction Manager to price bid items, if needed
10. Identify and document finalized project scope of work
11. Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimate (i.e., Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.)
12. Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates
13. Deliver and communicate estimate to Construction Manager

Education and Experience Requirements

1. BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field
2. 2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience
3. Superb customer service
4. Effective written and oral communication
5. Proficient use of Xactimate estimating software
6. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
7. Team Player

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

1. Walking and/or standing throughout the day
2. Frequent driving and sitting
3. Occasionally climbing ladders
4. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme conditions such as heat
5. The noise level at individual jobsites can be loud

Normal Working Hours, Additional Working Hours, and Travel Requirements
This is a full-time position, working hours varying between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week minimum. This position frequently requires long hours, working on-call, and weekend work. Travel is required and is primarily local. However, some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.