Construction Estimator

SERVPRO Team Miller; Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Detroit (IN, IN, MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SERVPRO Team Miller is seeking a Construction Estimator to join their team in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The ideal candidate will establish customer relationships, create precise estimates, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. A commitment to customer satisfaction and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role. Benefits include competitive pay, medical insurance, and opportunities for career training and certifications.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental

401K Matching

Company Paid Life Insurance

Commissioned Bonus Structure

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Career Training & Certification Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Customer Service Recognition Program

Qualifications

• 2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience.
• Superb customer service track record.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish customer relationship for construction services.
• Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for construction projects.
• Deliver and communicate estimate to Project Manager.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Team Player

Critical Thinking

Education

BA in Engineering or Construction Science

Tools

Xactimate estimating software

Job description

SERVPRO Team Milleris the leading SERVPRO team in the country - we were named Franchise of the Year in 2020 and have regularly rated in the top 5 out of 2000+ teams across the country. With 24 territories across Michigan and Indiana, we service all of Metro Detroit, Saginaw/Midland Counties, Fort Wayne, and Indianapolis. Family owned and operated by the Miller Family, when you join our team you are joining our family. We are incredibly team oriented and strive to be the best of the best - we grow from within and we prioritize training and certifications for our teammates.

Do you love helping people through difficult situations?
Then don’t miss your chance to join our team as a Construction Estimator In this position, you will be making a difference each and every day. We have a sincere drive toward the goal of helping make fire and water damage “Like it never even happened”!

Our team is seeking someone who is comfortable working hard in challenging situations, enjoys meeting new people, has excellent communication skills, enjoys supervising others, and is a serious multi-tasker. If you are self-motivated and have superb interpersonal skills, then you’ll thrive in this work environment. Are you highly dependable and super-excited about routinely exceeding expectations? ThenYOUmay be our perfectHERO!

As a valued SERVPRO employee, you will receive a competitive pay rate, with opportunity to learn and grow.

Primary Responsibilities

• Customer Satisfaction
  • Establish customer relationship for construction services
  • Educate customer on the construction process
  • Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes
  • Ensure that estimates meet client requirements.
• Project Initiation
  • Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project
  • Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for construction projects.
  • Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate.
  • Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades
  • Work with Project Manager to price bid items, if needed.
• Project Planning
  • Identify and document finalized project scope of work.
  • Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimate (i.e Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.)
  • Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates.
  • Deliver and Communicate estimate to Project Manager.

Necessary Experience and Skill Set

• 2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience
• Superb customer service track record
• Effective written and oral communication
• Advanced math skills
• Proficient use of Xactimate estimating software
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Team Player
• Must have good driving record
• Formal Education/Training
• BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field preferred

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Walking and/or standing throughout the day.
• Frequent driving and sitting.
• Exposure to extreme heat or cold
• Ability to work in loud environments
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to climb ladders, work at ceiling heights, work in tight spaces (e.g., crawl spaces, attics)

Working Hours and Travel Requirements
This is a full-time position, working 7:45 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday. 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. Benefits Offered

• Medical, Vision, Dental
• 401K Matching
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Commissioned Bonus Structure
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Career Training & Certification Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Customer Service Recognition Program