CDBG-DR Lead Estimator & Xactimate Expert (Florida)

lemoinecompany; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LEMOINE is seeking a CDBG-DR Lead Estimator to join the Florida disaster recovery team in the Tampa Bay area. You will handle complex Xactimate scoping and cost estimation while guiding a team of estimators and inspectors to ensure consistency and audit-ready files.

The role requires 5+ years in construction estimating, with HUD CDBG-DR knowledge, Level 2 Xactimate certification, and travel across Florida. A degree in a related field is preferred and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years in construction estimating, with at least 3 years in CDBG-DR or federally funded housing recovery programs.
• Xactimate Level 2 certification required for residential estimating and documentation.
• Knowledge of residential trades including roofing, structural, framing, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and repairs.
• Experience guiding a team of estimators or field staff.
• Strong knowledge of HUD CDBG-DR cost eligibility requirements and Green Building Standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex Xactimate-based cost estimates and scopes for housing recovery projects in Hillsborough/Pinellas counties.
• Collaborate with Estimators to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance; review scopes and provide feedback.
• Maintain estimating standards, templates, cost schedules, and documentation practices.
• Create estimating macros and templates to streamline scope development and improve efficiency.
• Conduct property inspections to gather measurements, document conditions, and identify items for repair.
• Evaluate contractor proposals against approved estimates and document variances for board review.
• Coordinate with Construction Manager to align estimate scope with eligibility, schedules, and drawdown timelines.
• Contribute to QA/QC to ensure complete, defensible files for HUD monitoring and audits.
• Share best practices on Xactimate methodology, eligibility, and documentation standards.
• Assist with scope development for higher-value repairs including elevation and green building compliance.
• Track production progress and report change order trends to management.
• Support federal monitoring visits and program audits with well-prepared files.
• Adhere to LIFE Safe Work Practices and travel across Florida as needed.

Skills

Xactimate expertise

CDBG-DR knowledge

HUD cost eligibility

Construction estimating

Team guidance

Documentation discipline

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's/Associate in Construction Management or Engineering

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Xactimate Level 2

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Cost-tracking tools (database-driven)

Job description

LEMOINE is seeking a CDBG-DR Lead Estimator to join the Florida disaster recovery team in the Tampa Bay area. You will handle complex Xactimate scoping and cost estimation while guiding a team of estimators and inspectors to ensure consistency and audit-ready files.

The role requires 5+ years in construction estimating, with HUD CDBG-DR knowledge, Level 2 Xactimate certification, and travel across Florida. A degree in a related field is preferred and a valid driver's license is required.