Insurance Restoration Project Lead & Estimator

1-800-water-damage-careers; Pikesville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Training

Opportunities for Growth & Career Adv

Job summary

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is seeking a Project Lead to partner with technicians, mitigation and construction coordinators, and supervisors. You’ll schedule daily and after-hours work, communicate project details to clients, and maintain accurate job records in our systems.

The role requires 3–5 years in insurance restoration, a valid driver’s license, and strong problem-solving abilities. You’ll work in a hands-on environment coordinating crews and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of experience in insurance restoration.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process new loss intakes via phone, email, and fax.
• Sketch new losses using Xactimate (XM8).
• Monitor and update job status in MICA, ensuring communications and documentation are complete.
• Check updates daily in XactAnalysis, Alacrity, and Lions Bridge.
• Ensure field paperwork is accurate and current.
• Maintain and update Dropbox daily with job files, status updates, and finalized billing.
• Schedule subcontractors and technicians for daily assignments.
• Coordinate testing for mold and asbestos as required.
• Review completed worksite and technician paperwork before closing projects.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Xactimate XM8

MICA

Symbility

Job description

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is seeking a Project Lead to partner with technicians, mitigation and construction coordinators, and supervisors. You’ll schedule daily and after-hours work, communicate project details to clients, and maintain accurate job records in our systems.

The role requires 3–5 years in insurance restoration, a valid driver’s license, and strong problem-solving abilities. You’ll work in a hands-on environment coordinating crews and documenting progress.