Estimator

John Grace; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company Vehicle

401k with match 4%

Profitability Bonuses

Cell Phone Reimbursement

EAP Counseling

Paid Holidays

Job summary

John Grace Restoration and Construction is seeking an Estimator to work with homeowners and insurance adjusters to prepare detailed estimates for restoration projects, including materials, labor and subcontracted work to complete damaged residences.

The role requires 5+ years of Xactimate-based estimator experience, the ability to operate in a high-stress, dynamic environment, and strong time management, independence, and technical skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of restoration estimator experience using Xactimate.
• Able to work in a high-stress, changing environment.
• Excellent time management, delegation, and multitasking skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong technical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of construction and job-site safety.
• Monitor project financials and budget planning.
• Explain technical concepts to homeowners unfamiliar with construction terminology.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors.
• Think creatively and solve problems in real time.
• Motivate teams to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Monthly review of profitability to identify opportunities and efficiencies.
• Work with Project Manager and Owner to ensure appropriate and timely cash collections.
• Ensure company processes are followed consistently.
• Participate in biweekly team meetings and project hand-offs.
• Review completed projects with the General Operations Manager for feedback on efficiency and profitability.
• Strive for highly satisfied customers.
• Ensure all expenditures are charged to job costing.

Skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Independent worker

Strong communication

Stress tolerance

Problem solving

Tools

Xactimate

Smartphone/Email tech

Job description

Why John Grace?

Over the last 10 years, John Grace Restoration and Construction has been West Michigan’s choice for emergency services and restoration repairs following property damage. We are here to help homeowners recover from water, fire/smoke, storm, flood, and mold damage. Our staff are experts in the insurance claim process. We work in the customer’s best interest and guide them through the claim process. John Grace staff are highly trained in mitigating loss, scoping/estimating repairs, and ensuring timely and high-quality repair work. We take our role very seriously because we know how devastating the loss can be to customers. Our three core values - Genuine and Positive Attitude, Extreme Ownership and One Reputation are the heartbeat of our culture. John Grace’s success is the combined efforts of all our employees, and we strive to provide great opportunities for our team to learn and grow.

Purpose of the Estimator Role

As an Estimator, you’ll be responsible for working alongside homeowners and insurance adjusters to prepare detailed and accurate estimates that include materials, labor and subcontracted work to complete restoration on a damaged residence.

We are looking for someone who

• Has 5+ years of on-the-job experience in verifiable restoration estimator role working with Xactimate
• Is able to function in a high stress environment that can change daily
• Has excellent time management, delegation, and multi-tasking skills
• Must be self-motivated
• Must be able to work independently
• Has strong technological abilities

Key responsibilities & duties

• Must demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of construction and job-site safety
• Must have strong awareness of project financials and budget planning
• Ability to communicate technical knowledge in an effective manner to homeowners who may be unfamiliar with construction terminology and process
• Communicate effectively with subcontractors/vendors
• Think creatively and problem-solve in the moment
• Motivate teams to promote efficiency and productivity
• Monthly review of profitability to look for opportunities and efficiencies.
• Work with Project Manager and Property Owner to ensure appropriate and timely cash collections per John Grace process
• Ensure John Grace process is known by all and consistently followed
• Actively participate in biweekly team meetings
• Attend project hand-off meetings with Project Manager
• Work with Project Manager on any supplements and ensure all items are on budget
• Review completed projects with General Operations Manager to receive feedback to support efficiency and profitability goals
• Work diligently to ensure highly satisfied customers
• Ensure all expenditures are appropriately applied to job costing
• Conduct thorough job scopes, and meet deadlines for estimate approval

Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clear driving record.
• Must pass a criminal background check to perform work on insurance related claims.
• Basic knowledge of smartphone/email technology.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Benefits Package, including Medical, Dental, Vision options
• Company paid life insurance with options to add on additional amounts
• Company vehicle provided
• 401k & company match of 4% after one year of employment
• Eligible for quarterly profitability bonuses
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• EAP- Counseling/Support
• Paid Holidays