Reconstruction and Mitigation Estimator / Project Manager

Insight Restoration; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Company vehicle allowance

Job summary

Insight Restoration is seeking an experienced Reconstruction & Mitigation Estimator / Project Manager to lead projects related to property losses stemming from various disasters. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in insurance restoration, proficient in Xactimate, with a strong ability to manage projects effectively.

This role involves estimating, project management, and ensuring exceptional customer service throughout the restoration process. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in insurance restoration or project management.
• Strong working knowledge of Xactimate.
• Experience with water, fire, mold, and storm losses.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple restoration and reconstruction projects simultaneously.
• Create accurate estimates using Xactimate.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Xactimate

Insurance coordination

Tools

DASH

Encircle

MICA

Job-Dox

Matterport

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Reconstruction & Mitigation Estimator / Project Manager

Insurance Restoration Industry

Join Our Growing Insurance Restoration Team

We are seeking an experienced Reconstruction & Mitigation Estimator / Project Manager to lead residential and commercial restoration projects resulting from water, fire, storm, mold, and other property losses. This position is responsible for estimating, project management, insurance coordination, and ensuring exceptional customer service throughout the restoration process.

The ideal candidate has experience in both mitigation and reconstruction, understands insurance restoration workflows, and can effectively manage projects from emergency response through final reconstruction.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Insurance Coordination

Create accurate mitigation and reconstruction estimates using Xactimate.

Review insurance scopes, carrier guidelines, and adjuster reports.

Negotiate estimates and supplements with insurance adjusters.

Document losses, project progress, and change orders.

Identify opportunities for supplements and ensure proper claim documentation.

Assist homeowners and property managers throughout the insurance claim process.

Project Management

Manage multiple restoration and reconstruction projects simultaneously.

Coordinate mitigation crews, reconstruction teams, subcontractors, and vendors.

Schedule projects to meet production goals and customer expectations.

Conduct site inspections, quality-control checks, and final walkthroughs.

Monitor budgets, timelines, and profitability.

Ensure projects comply with local building codes and company standards.

Customer Service & Communication

Serve as the primary point of contact for property owners, adjusters, and stakeholders.

Provide regular project updates and maintain excellent customer relationships.

Resolve project challenges quickly and professionally.

Deliver a high-quality customer experience during stressful property-loss situations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in insurance restoration, mitigation, reconstruction, estimating, or project management.
• Strong working knowledge of Xactimate.
• Experience handling water, fire, mold, storm, and catastrophe losses.
• Understanding of mitigation procedures, drying protocols, and reconstruction processes.
• Experience negotiating supplements with insurance carriers.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• IICRC Certifications (WRT, ASD, AMRT, FSRT, etc.).
• Experience with DASH, Encircle, MICA, Job-Dox, Matterport, or similar restoration software.
• Knowledge of TPA programs and insurance carrier requirements.
• Construction management or restoration leadership experience.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses.

Health, dental, and vision benefits.

Paid time off and holidays.

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.

Cell phone and technology allowance.

Career growth opportunities within a rapidly growing restoration company.

Why Join Our Team?

We help property owners recover from unexpected disasters by delivering exceptional mitigation and reconstruction services. Our team values integrity, urgency, accountability, and customer care. If you are passionate about helping people through difficult situations while building a rewarding career in insurance restoration, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that restores properties, protects investments, and helps rebuild lives.