Property Restoration Estimator

Teasdale Fenton Cleaning & Property Restoration; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Teasdale Fenton Cleaning & Property Restoration in Cincinnati is seeking an experienced Reconstruction Estimator to manage field inspections, mitigation scopes, insurance compliance, and job closeout for water, fire, mold, and specialty losses. The role demands knowledge of insurance programs, IICRC standards, and a focus on accuracy and timelines.

Ideal candidates will handle multiple active jobs, use estimating software and field tools, and coordinate with homeowners, adjusters, and management

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Restoration or Mitigation Estimator.
• Knowledge of insurance program requirements and carrier expectations.
• Strong written scopes and professional communication with homeowners and adjusters.
• Ability to manage multiple active jobs in a fast-paced, emergency-driven environment.
• Proficiency with estimating software, job management systems, and mobile field tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead field inspections and determine scope of loss for water, fire, mold and specialty losses.
• Develop clear, detailed mitigation scopes and estimates that justify equipment, labor, and materials.
• Ensure insurance program estimates are prepared and submitted promptly (within 48 hours of mitigation completion).
• Coordinate with technicians, adjusters, billing, and management to keep projects on track.
• Secure customer authorization and drive job closeout and payment.

Skills

Restoration Estimator

Insurance program requirements

On-site inspections

Xactimate

Multiple jobs management

Effective communication

Tools

Xactimate

Restoration software

Job management systems

Mobile field tools

Job description

Teasdale Fenton, an industry leader in providing cleaning and property restoration services, is expanding our Reconstruction division in the Cincinnati Tri-State area.

We are hiring an experienced Reconstruction Estimator to manage field inspections, mitigation scopes, insurance compliance, and job closeout for water, fire, mold, and specialty losses. This role is best suited for someone who knows insurance programs, understands IICRC standards, and can manage accuracy, documentation, and timelines without heavy oversight.

Required Experience & Skills

• Prior experience as a Restoration or Mitigation Estimator
• Working knowledge of insurance program requirements and carrier expectations
• Strong written scopes and professional communication with homeowners and adjusters
• Ability to manage multiple active jobs in a fast-paced, emergency-driven environment
• Proficiency with estimating software, job management systems, and mobile field tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Field experience with water mitigation, reconstruction, mold, or fire losses
• IICRC certifications are a plus.
• MS Office proficient, Xactimate or other restoration software experience also a plus
• Conduct on-site inspections and determine category, class, and scope of loss
• Write clear, detailed mitigation scopes and estimates that justify equipment, labor, and materials
• Submit insurance program estimates within 48 hours of mitigation completion
• Ensure all job files include required photos, moisture readings, sketches, notes, and logs
• Coordinate directly with technicians, adjusters, billing, and management
• Secure customer authorization and close mitigation jobs
• Assist with post-approval invoice follow-up and collections

Other Requirements

• Participation in an after-hours and weekend on-call rotation
• Ability to work in damaged properties and wear PPE as required
• Active job sites and shop environments
• Exposure to water damage, fire damage, mold, and unconditioned spaces
• Moderate to high noise levels
• Full-time, salaried leadership position with bonus opportunities
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k w/company match
• Direct impact on project success and customer satisfaction
• Fast-paced, hands-on role
• If you’re an experienced estimator who values accuracy, accountability, and getting jobs approved and paid, we want to hear from you.