Large-Loss Commercial Estimator (Xactimate Pro)

gpac; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or mileage reimburse.

Paid certifications and training

Standard benefits package

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Commercial / Large Loss Estimator in Alexandria, VA, to scope and write insurance estimates for water, fire, mold and storm losses across the DC metro. You will inspect buildings, craft accurate Xactimate estimates for large-loss projects from $50,000 to $3 million, and collaborate with adjusters, consultants, and property managers to secure approvals.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in commercial or large-loss estimating, Xactimate certification, and strong negotiation and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial or large-loss restoration estimating experience (or commercial construction estimating background).
• Proficiency in Xactimate including Xactimate Sketch, line items and supplements.
• Proven experience negotiating commercial insurance claims with adjusters and TPAs.
• Commercial contractor experience; able to read blueprints and drawings.
• Strong understanding of water mitigation and structural drying on large commercial losses.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to manage multiple large estimates.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Valid driver's license; driving to job sites is essential; driving record must meet company requirements.
• Xactimate certification required.
• IICRC certification preferred.
• Symbility/CoreLogic experience a plus.
• DASH experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect losses on site to assess damage and determine mitigation/reconstruction scope.
• Document all job details with photos, moisture readings, measurements and sketches; write clear scope of loss.
• Write detailed commercial Xactimate estimates for labor, materials, equipment and subs; include multi-story plans.
• Estimate large-loss claims from $50k to $3M; plan phased and multi-trade scopes.
• Negotiate scopes, pricing and estimates with insurance adjusters and TPAs through approval.
• Identify and write supplements and change orders; coordinate with project managers as needed.
• Gather bids from subcontractors for trades (MEP, roofing, drywall, flooring) and integrate into estimates.
• Adhere to carrier/TPA/company guidelines; maintain organized files (DASH, MICA, Encircle, etc.).
• Handover approved jobs to production with clear scope; coordinate with crews to match field conditions.
• Track estimates against budgets to protect margins; build relationships with adjusters and property managers.
• Stay updated on building codes, construction methods and IICRC standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Blueprint reading

Project management

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Tools

Xactimate

Xactimate Sketch

Symbility

CoreLogic

DASH

Job description

gpac is seeking a Commercial / Large Loss Estimator in Alexandria, VA, to scope and write insurance estimates for water, fire, mold and storm losses across the DC metro. You will inspect buildings, craft accurate Xactimate estimates for large-loss projects from $50,000 to $3 million, and collaborate with adjusters, consultants, and property managers to secure approvals.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in commercial or large-loss estimating, Xactimate certification, and strong negotiation and