Insurance Restoration Estimator

Livonia; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus commissions

Company vehicle or allowance

Company phone and laptop

Company-branded apparel

Paid time off and holidays

401k plan with a company match

Staff appreciation events and company

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Team environment and long-term growth

Job summary

VersaPro Restoration and Construction in Clinton Township, MI is seeking an experienced Insurance Restoration Estimator to join our team. If you have a strong background in insurance claims, Xactimate estimating, and restoration, we'd like to speak with you.

The role focuses on inspecting properties after losses, creating detailed sketches and scopes, meeting with homeowners and insurers, negotiating with adjusters, and ensuring accurate, timely supplements and project handoffs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of insurance restoration estimating experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Xactimate (required).
• Experience with water, fire, storm, and reconstruction estimating.
• Strong understanding of insurance claims processes.
• Ability to read construction plans and perform accurate measurements.
• Ability to inspect roofs including heights with fall protection.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• IICRC certifications are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential and commercial properties after water, fire, storm, mold, and other losses.
• Create sketches, scopes of work, and photo documentation.
• Meet with homeowners, property managers, and commercial clients.
• Communicate and negotiate with insurance adjusters.
• Review insurance carrier estimates and prepare supplements when necessary.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure proper scoping and handoff.
• Track estimate approvals and assist in converting opportunities into projects.
• Maintain organized documentation within company software.
• Respond to emergency losses when needed.

Skills

Insurance claims knowledge

Client communication

Detail oriented

Multi-project management

Self-motivated

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

Location: Clinton Township, MI

We are a rapidly growing, full-service restoration company seeking an experienced Insurance Restoration Estimator to join our team. If you have a strong background in insurance claims, Xactimate estimating, and residential/commercial restoration, we'd like to speak with you.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building relationships with customers and insurance professionals, and takes pride in writing accurate, detailed estimates.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential and commercial properties following water, fire, storm, mold, vehicle impact, and other property losses.
• Create sketches, scopes of work, and photo documentation.
• Meet with homeowners, property managers, and commercial clients.
• Communicate and negotiate with insurance adjusters.
• Review insurance carrier estimates and prepare supplements when necessary.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure projects are properly scoped and handed off.
• Track estimate approvals and assist in converting opportunities into completed projects.
• Maintain organized documentation within company software.
• Respond to emergency losses when needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of insurance restoration estimating experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Xactimate (required).
• Experience with water, fire, storm, and reconstruction estimating.
• Strong understanding of insurance claims processes.
• Ability to read construction plans and perform accurate measurements.
• Ability and willingness to inspect residential and commercial roofs, including walking roofs and working at heights while using company-provided fall protection and safety equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• IICRC certifications are a plus but not required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience plus commission bonuses
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (depending on experience)
• Company phone and laptop
• Company-branded apparel
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• 401k plan with a company match
• Staff appreciation events and company celebrations
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team environment with long-term career growth

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