Construction Manager

Restoration 1 of Birmingham; Pelham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bonus based on performance

Company car

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

Restoration 1 of Birmingham is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead our reconstruction division. This role oversees every aspect from precise Xactimate estimates to production completion, while building scalable systems and a high-performing team.

You will report to the Director of Operations and drive profitability with exceptional customer service. Initially, you’ll manage every project personally with opportunities to grow a team as the company expands.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction scoping and estimating (residential or light commercial).
• Proficiency in Xactimate and related estimation tools.
• Ability to read scopes, blueprints, and spec sheets with confidence.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working with insurance adjusters and understanding property and casualty concepts.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, margin, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of residential properties post-mitigation to assess scope of work.
• Produce precise, well-structured estimates using Xactimate that reflect what is needed.
• Collaborate with the Construction Manager and project team to align estimates with field execution.
• Communicate scope and expectations clearly with property owners and adjusters.
• Push back on inaccurate assumptions and advocate for project requirements.
• Maximize revenue opportunities without inflating scope with justified line items.
• Assist with estimate revisions, supplements, and change orders as needed.
• Track approval timelines and ensure smooth handoffs from estimating to production.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Detail oriented

Tools

Xactimate

Xcelerate

Encircle

DocuSketch

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Bonus based on performance
• Company car
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

Role Overview

Lead Our Construction Division. Build Projects. Build People. Build Something Bigger. Restoration 1 of Birmingham is seeking an experienced, motivated, and highly organized Construction Manager to lead our growing reconstruction division. This is far more than a project management position. As our Construction Manager, you'll oversee every aspect of our reconstruction projects—from writing accurate Xactimate estimates and securing approvals to managing production through final completion—while helping build the systems, processes, and foundation for a best‑in‑class construction department. Reporting directly to our Director of Operations, you'll oversee all reconstruction projects while helping build a scalable, high‑performing construction division. Initially, you'll personally manage every project, with the opportunity to build and lead a construction team as the company continues to grow. We're looking for someone who takes ownership, communicates exceptionally well, solves problems proactively, and believes that outstanding customer service and strong profitability go hand in hand.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of residential properties post‑mitigation to assess scope of work.
• Produce precise, well‑structured estimates using Xactimate that reflect what is truly needed to do the job right.
• Collaborate with the Construction Manager and project team to ensure estimates are aligned with field execution and labor requirements.
• Communicate scope and expectations clearly with property owners and adjusters.
• Push back on inaccurate assumptions and negotiate confidently when necessary—your job is to advocate for what the project requires.
• Maximize revenue opportunities without inflating scope—every line item should be justified, documented, and aligned with quality standards.
• Assist with estimate revisions, supplements, and change orders as needed.
• Track approval timelines and ensure smooth handoffs from estimating to production.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction scoping and estimating (residential or light commercial).
• Proficiency in Xactimate.
• Strong understanding of residential construction materials, methods, and sequencing.
• Experience working with insurance adjusters and a firm grasp of property and casualty insurance concepts.
• Ability to read scopes, blueprints, and spec sheets with confidence.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple open projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, margin, and efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Xcelerate, Encircle, and DocuSketch or similar systems (not required).
• IICRC or other restoration‑specific certifications.
• Previous experience in the water/mold/fire restoration and/or construction industry.

Restoration 1 is an equal opportunity employer.