Construction Estimator

ServiceMaster Clean of Fraser Valley; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction services is seeking a Construction Estimator to help manage fire and water damage restoration projects. This full-time role involves establishing customer relationships, analyzing project requirements, and delivering accurate estimates. The ideal candidate will have extensive estimating experience and excellent communication skills, thriving in dynamic environments. Competitive compensation includes various benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Parental leave

Paid Time Off

401k with match

Optional Short Term Disability

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Establish customer relationships for construction services.
• Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for projects.
• Create accurate initial estimates and communicate them effectively.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Team Work

Education

BA in engineering or construction science

Tools

Xactimate

Microsoft Project

Job description

Construction Estimator

Do you love helping people through difficult situations?

Then, don’t miss your chance to join our Franchise as a new 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 Franchise is seeking someone who is comfortable working hard in challenging situations, enjoys meeting new people, has excellent communication skills, 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? Then you may be our perfect hero!

As a valued SERVPRO Franchise team member, you will receive a competitive pay rate with the opportunity to learn and grow.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Customer Satisfaction
   • Establish customer relationships for construction services
   • Educate customers on the construction process
   • Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes
   • Ensure that estimates meet client requirements.
2. 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.
3. Project Planning
   • Identify and document finalized project scope of work.
   • Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimates (i.e., Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.)
   • Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates.
   • Deliver and Communicate estimates to the Project Manager.

Necessary Experience and Skill Set

• 2 years of previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience
• Superb customer service track record
• Effective written and oral communication
• Advanced math skills
• Preferred experience using Xactimate estimating software
• Microsoft Project a plus
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Team Player
• Must have a good driving record

Formal Education/Training

• BA in engineering, construction science, or a similar relevant field is a plus

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Walking and/or standing throughout the day. Frequent driving and sitting. Occasionally climbing ladders. The team member is occasionally exposed to extreme conditions such as heat. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Normal Working Hours, Additional Working Hours, and Travel Requirements

This is a full-time position, working 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, 45 hours per week. 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.

Compensation includes a discretionary bonus along with Vehicle/Phone allowances.

Benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Time Off
401k with Match
Optional Short Term Disability and other insurance available

Servpro is an EOE M/F/D/V employer.