Construction Estimator

BELFOR Property Restoration; North White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BELFOR Property Restoration in New York is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead complex residential, commercial, and industrial estimates. You will meet with clients, develop quality and competitive estimates using Xactimate, and manage jobs from scope through completion.

This role requires strong knowledge of building codes, ability to maintain budgets, and effective communication with owners, adjusters, and management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in construction/restoration or contents estimating.
• Residential estimating >$50,000 and commercial up to $100,000.
• BELFOR Estimating Platform Level 1 and 2 certified.
• Xactimate Intermediate training completed.
• National rate and material invoicing experience.
• English literacy and fluency.
• Knowledge of MSDS data sheets and applicability to jobs.
• BELFOR Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates and proposals.
• Extensive customer service experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, experience with Xactimate.
• Professional demeanor and telephone skills.
• Ability to work well with others and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate scopes, very few over/under scopes.
• Create accurate floor plans and multi-level/roof sketches in Xactimate Sketch.
• Must have working knowledge of applicable building codes.
• Create and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages as they present themselves.
• Use BELFOR naming convention for estimates, revised estimates, proposals, change orders, etc.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of all local building codes.
• Maintain a construction schedule and coordinate with trades and management to ensure timely completion; identify and present solutions when extra resources are needed.
• Demonstrate proficiency with source removal, decontamination, mitigation, containment, ventilation, contents and deodorization techniques.
• Proficient with investigative demolition, decontamination structure cleaning and deodorization services.
• Participate in BELFOR University training including Basic Xactimate training for cert tests (level 1/2/3 as applicable).
• Independently manages own work.
• Maintain vehicle safety and inspections; keep vehicles clean and serviceable.
• Complete accident, injury & incident reporting forms as required timely.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Assist in development and continual improvement efforts to position BELFOR USA Group, Inc as World Class.
• Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.

Skills

Estimating experience

Residential estimating

Xactimate

BELFOR certs

MSDS knowledge

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Professional demeanor

Team collaboration

Invoicing experience

English fluency

Xactimate training

Format standards

Job description

The Senior Estimator position is the third level in our Estimating track. This position will be responsible for creating and managing estimates and job in the residential, commercial, and industrial lines of business. This position will be responsible to meet with clients, develop quality and competitive estimates using Xactimate software, manage work through completion, review budgets and communicate progress with clients and management.

Senior Estimators

Responsibilities

• Create accurate scopes, very few over/under scopes
• Create accurate floor plans and multi-level/roof sketches in Xactimate Sketch,
• Must have working knowledge of applicable building codes
• Create and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages as they present themselves
• Required to use the BELFOR naming convention for estimates, revised estimates, proposals, change orders, etc.
• Must demonstrate a knowledge of all local building codes
• Maintain a construction schedule and work with trades and management to ensure work is completed on time. Identify and present solutions when additional resources are needed.
• Demonstrate proficiency with source removal, decontamination, mitigation, containment, ventilation, contents and deodorization techniques
• Proficient with investigative demolition, controlled demolition, decontamination structure cleaning and deodorization services
• Participate in continued training with BELFOR University -- Basic Xactimate training as part of preparation for passing Estimator Level , 2, or 3 User Certification test, dependent on Estimator role. Score required for passing consideration is 85%
• Independently manages own work
• Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain vehicles in a clean serviceable condition
• Complete all accident, injury & incident reporting forms as required timely
• Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Assist in the development and continuing improvement efforts to establish Belfor USA Group, Inc as World Class in the industry.
• Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.

Requirements

• Must expand and maintain local area clientele in position to refer losses. Clientele is primarily insurance adjusters but may also include community business owners, schools and municipalities. Senior Estimator book of business is approximately $2M- $4M
• Serve as primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultants
• Scope development, negotiation and agreements with customers
• Uses BELFOR standard in formatting estimates
• Coordinate after hours emergency services as directed, including board-ups, water damage, fire and smoke damage and vandalism
• Consistently identify potential site hazards (asbestos, lead paint, mold, etc.)
• Must conduct oneself professionally and with courtesy at all times. Must be proactive conveying information and be immediately responsive to requests for information
• Apply industry TPA Program standards and ensure compliance with requirements
• Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices
• Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
• Attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people's property and information
• Attend BELFOR sponsored operations and safety training courses as required

Qualifications

• 3 plus years' experience in Construction, Restoration or Contents Estimating
• Residential estimating experience in excess of $50,000 and Commercial estimating experience up to $100,000
• Successful completion of BELFOR Estimating Platform Level 1 and 2 user certification
• Successful completion of Xactimate Intermediate training class
• National rate and Material invoicing experience
• English literacy and fluency
• Understanding of MSDS Data sheets, and applicability to jobs
• Must use the BELFOR Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, etc
• Extensive Customer Service experience
• Advanced Microsoft offices skills, experience with Xactimate
• Professional demeanor and appearance, excellent telephone skills.
• Ability to work well with others, maintain professional interaction with co-workers and vendors.

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting over 50 lbs unassisted
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Manual dexterity needed for keyboarding and other repetitive tasks
• The ability to bend, crouch, or stand as necessary.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.