Restoration Construction Estimator

Apex Restoration DKI; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/ Vision/ Dental insurance

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Company vehicle and fuel card

Company laptop

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Apex Restoration DKI in Knoxville, TN is looking for an Estimator to join their team. The role involves conducting site inspections, preparing estimates, and managing project documentation. Candidates should have previous construction experience, strong math skills, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary between $50k and $60k, with commission opportunities after 90 days. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Previous construction experience preferred; training available for the right candidate.
• Valid Driver's License and eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial site inspections and prepare estimates.
• Present estimates to clients and finalize job contracts.
• Maintain thorough records of project documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Strong math skills

Teamwork

Education

Construction Training certification

Xactimate Level 1 certification

Tools

Xactimate estimating software

Microsoft Office

PSA project management/accounting software

Job description

#ZR Estimator

Apex Restoration DKI is actively seeking high performing people who want an opportunity to take their skills and help people put their lives back together. We are not just looking for people who know construction. We are looking for people who care, and who could take their construction knowledge and experience, and use it to help people restore their lives, as well as their families lives, during some of the worst scenarios they are facing in life.

Apex DKI is an equal opportunity employer. We love our veterans! Veterans are encouraged to apply!

Estimator Role

The Estimator reports to the Project Manager. The Estimator fulfills client appointments in a timely manner and demonstrates a professional demeanor to all potential new and current customers. The Estimator performs initial site inspections. The Estimator assesses projects by identifying project requirements, regarding time, labor, and material costs. The Estimator reads blueprints and analyzes all other applicable documents to prepare estimates. The Estimator acts as the final say in the calculation, analysis, and adjustment of estimates. The Estimator presents estimates to clients in a timely and polite manner and recommends cost-reduction options. The Estimator closes the job by obtaining the signed ATPS (authorization to provide services) from the customer and collects the deductible, where applicable. The Estimator assists the sales team in final project preparation transactions. The Estimator maintains thorough records of all project documentation, including estimates, sales receipts, and project completion documentation. The Estimator provides all site-collected documents and funds to the project management team. The Estimator follows the company dictated commission turn in procedure. The Estimator operates all technology-related equipment in a professional fashion. The Estimator maintains company vehicle in customer presentable condition & ensures all required maintenance is performed in timely fashion. The Estimator must be at work at 6:30 in the morning and attend JMR meetings daily. The Estimator must be available for emergency on-call sales.

Accountabilities

• Previous construction experience
• Be trained in and use PSA, XactAnalysis, and Xactimate
• Obtain Construction Training certification
• Obtain Xactimate Level 1 certification
• Operate and understand Matterport
• Foster positive relationships with team members, clients, subcontractors and vendors
• Excellent skills in verbal/written communication, teamwork, accuracy, conflict resolution, cost management and time management
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be detail-oriented and follow through to completion of a project
• Utilize the latest server and cloud based computer technology including: Xactimate estimating software, Microsoft Office, PSA project management/accounting software and document management software
• Strong math skills
• Must be able to climb ladders, scale roofs, and inspect crawl spaces
• Meticulous in observation during site inspections
• May work 40+ hours per week
• May be on call during catastrophic events
• Perform other responsibilities as required

Required Qualifications

• Previous construction experience preferred, but will train the right candidate
• Experience with PSA, XactAnalysis, and Xactimate a plus
• Level 1 certification in Xactimate or willingness to obtain
• Valid Driver’s License & eligibility to work in the United States
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• No felony convictions

Compensation

• Salary $50k - $60k, depending on experience
• Eligible for commission plan after 90 days and favorable review, possible earnings of 50% to 100% of your base salary
• Health/ Vision/ Dental/ Aflac
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Company vehicle and fuel card provided
• Company laptop provided
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Equipment provided