Project Estimator Manager

Wylander; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and V

Life Insurance

Electronics Package

Company Vehicle (take home)

PTO + Paid Holidays

Job summary

Wylander in Birmingham, AL seeks a Project Estimator/Manager to oversee restoration projects from estimate through completion. Use Xactimate to price residential and commercial losses, coordinate field activities, and manage subcontractors.

This role offers growth to Division Manager, base salary $65,000+ DOE plus commission/bonus, benefits, and a take-home company vehicle. Applicants should have 5+ years PM experience in restoration/construction and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a project manager in restoration/construction
• Knowledge of Xactimate software
• Ability to manage budgets and schedules
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation abilities
• Willing to undergo a background check

Responsibilities

• Estimate residential and commercial restoration projects using Xactimate
• Manage reconstruction projects up to $1 million annually
• Negotiate restoration services and insurance settlements
• Follow up on estimates to secure sales
• Plan and supervise crews and subcontractors
• Coordinate design, permits, and submittals
• Maintain client relationships and handle monthly expense reports
• Participate in company meetings and trainings
• Be on call during rotation

Skills

Budget management

Project scheduling

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

Wylander, a recruiting company specializing in the construction and restoration industry, is hiring a Project Estimator/Manager for a full-service restoration company in Birmingham, AL.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base salary: $65,000 plus (DOE) + Commission/ Bonus
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Electronics Package
• Company Vehicle (take home)
• PTO + Paid Holidays

The Project Estimator/ Manager is responsible for the oversight and management of the project cycle for restoration projects by providing direction and coordination of all field activities related to the installation teams and any coordinated subcontracts, helping to estimate the loss and reconstruction of the entire project through the use of Xactimate; managing the project schedule throughout the project lifecycle; and securing any unique materials, permits and/or equipment required to complete the project.

This role does have growth opportunities to become a Division Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Use Xactimate software to estimate residential and commercial water and fire restoration/construction projects
• Ability to estimate and manage reconstruction projects up to at least $1 million per year
• Negotiate restoration/construction services and insurance claim settlements
• Follow up on written estimates to secure the sale
• Plan, organize, and manage crews and subcontractors
• Participate in the design, process, and permit submittal
• Establish and maintain client relationships
• Complete monthly expense reports
• Ability to be on call through company rotation
• Attend all appropriate company meetings
• Attend regular company-sponsored training sessions
• Additional duties required as needed

Requirements:

• 5 plus years of experience as a project manager, preferably in the restoration/ construction industry
• Knowledge of Xactimate software is required
• Ability to manage budgets and schedules
• Possess exceptional organizational and planning skills (detail-oriented person)
• Ability to recognize and solve problems independently
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, responsible, and accountable
• Must be willing to undergo a background check