Estimator – Restoration & Insurance Claims (Xactimate)

Volarify; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas allowance

Toll tag

Phone

Laptop

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision

Disability, life insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Volarify is seeking an Estimator in North Texas to build and manage estimates across residential, commercial, and industrial lines. You will meet clients, prepare accurate estimates with Xactimate, and oversee projects from start to finish, including reviewing budgets and invoices.

You will maintain client relationships with insurers, owners, and consultants, ensure costs are captured monthly, and contribute to process improvements while adhering to safety and company standards.

Qualifications

• English literacy and fluency.
• Understanding of MSDS/SDS data sheets and their applicability to restoration projects.
• Ability to follow company estimate formatting standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, and related documentation.
• Extensive customer service experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience using Xactimate.
• Professional demeanor and appearance with excellent telephone communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with coworkers, subcontractors, vendors, customers, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain local clientele capable of referring losses, primarily insurance adjusters, as well as community business owners, schools, and municipalities.
• Create accurate floor plans using Xactimate Sketch.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable local building codes.
• Create and adhere to acceptable project budgets and address cost overages as they arise.
• Follow company standards for naming estimates, revised estimates, proposals, change orders, and related documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable local building codes.
• Maintain construction schedules and coordinate with trades and management to ensure work is completed on time.
• Identify and present solutions when additional resources are needed.
• Demonstrate proficiency in source removal, decontamination, mitigation, containment, ventilation, contents handling, and deodorization techniques.
• Demonstrate proficiency with investigative demolition, controlled demolition, structural cleaning, decontamination, and deodorization services.
• Participate in continued company training, including Xactimate training and preparation for applicable Estimator Level 2 or Level 3 User Certification testing.
• Independently manage assigned work and responsibilities.
• Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and keep vehicles clean and serviceable.
• Complete all accident, injury, and incident reporting forms accurately and on time.
• Apply strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Contribute to the continued improvement of company operations and industry-leading practices.
• Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.

Skills

English literacy

Communication

Customer service

Time management

Tools

Xactimate

MS Office

Job description

Volarify is seeking an Estimator in North Texas to build and manage estimates across residential, commercial, and industrial lines. You will meet clients, prepare accurate estimates with Xactimate, and oversee projects from start to finish, including reviewing budgets and invoices.

You will maintain client relationships with insurers, owners, and consultants, ensure costs are captured monthly, and contribute to process improvements while adhering to safety and company standards.