Estimator

ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

ServiceMaster DSI in the Chicago area is seeking a full-time Construction Estimator to review and build estimates using Xactimate and Symbility, and to leverage 3D data sources. This role is in-office with potential for remote work and opportunities to collaborate with the V.P. of construction on standards and procedures.

You will train estimators, ensure timely submissions, and aim for high-margin outcomes using current estimating tools and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction estimating experience, 10+ years preferred.
• Expert in Xactimate and Symbility with ability to produce high-margin estimates.
• Experience working with TPAs and fast-paced deadlines.
• Ability to train estimators on guidelines and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Review site info from photos and notes to build estimates.
• Estimate projects using Xactimate and Symbility.
• Provide training and feedback to estimators.
• Submit estimates for approval within deadlines.
• Assist with 3D scanning inputs (Matterport) when available.
• Communicate with internal teams and insurance adjusters.

Skills

Construction estimating experience

5+ years estimating experience

High-volume estimating

Xactimate & Symbility proficiency

Tools

Xactimate

Symbility

Matterport

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

We are the nation's largest ServiceMaster franchise company and we have an opening in our organization that offers its employees on-the-job training and opportunities for career advancement. This is a purpose-driven career where your work directly supports communities in times of crisis.

Who we are:

ServiceMaster DSI provides restoration in fourteen different states across the US. We invest in education, embrace innovation through the latest tools and technology, and give employees the knowledge to lead and grow in a robust industry. We are leaders in disaster restoration cleaning and are known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike.

• Our community-like work environment focuses on providing extensive training to service our clients with the most advanced equipment in the restoration industry.
• We promote a collaborative culture that values flexibility, mutual respect, and work-life balance.
• We believe that engaged and happy employees make ServiceMaster DSI an amazing place to work where we are always ready to help families and businesses recover from fire and water damage.

The Position:

This full-time, in-office role (with opportunities to work for home). The Construction Estimator is responsible for initial review of the construction estimates in Xactimate and Symbility and provide feedback and recommendations with detailed justification through line-item notes that aligns with our goals. The estimator is also responsible for creating construction estimates from the ground up based on digital sources.

There is potential for this position to turn into a management position with a team under them to utilize current and forthcoming technology sources to build the highest quality construction estimates. This position will work with the V.P. of construction to develop standard operating procedures and create process maps to streamline estimating.

This position starts at $70,000 up to $80,000 depending on experience, with up to a 20% bonus!

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision along with other supplementary plans
• 401K
• Generous PTO
• We have year-round work that is steady and consistent.

Requirements:

• Expert construction estimator in Xactimate and Symbility.
• Minimum 5 years of construction estimating experience, 10+ preferred.
• Produce estimates that deliver excellent profit margins.
• Previous experience working with TPAs is required.
• Must be able to handle high volume and be ready to execute estimates quickly on tight deadlines.
• Must be able train estimators on preferred estimating guidelines and the latest industry trends.

Responsibilities:

• Review job site information from the photos and notes from the field personnel.
• Estimate projects using various estimating software such as Xactimate, and Symbility.
• Provide training and feedback to Estimators.
• Understand and provide feedback on the monthly adjustments made to estimating software.
• Submit complete estimates for approval within the required timeframe.
• Previous experience with a 3D scanning software such as Matterport is highly desirable.
• Communicate effectively with the internal team, project managers, and insurance adjusters.
• Produce supplements and change orders as needed.

Why Should You Apply?

• Great benefits, professional development, and training.
• We work together - openly and cross-functionally because it enables us to build relationships, learn together and win as a team.
• We go above and beyond for our clients, offering a dynamic environment with abundant learning and growth opportunities and hard work and results are rewarded.

If you're looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, be part of the ServiceMaster DSI family.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/ Veterans Welcomed!