Restoration Estimator

IICRC; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Paul Davis Restoration is seeking a detail-oriented Centralized Estimator to develop accurate, timely estimates for property restoration projects using Xactimate and Symbility. You will work with Project Managers, insurers, and team members to ensure estimates meet carrier requirements and company standards.

Highlight your construction knowledge, fast-paced execution, and ownership from initial estimate to project completion. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience preparing construction repair estimates using Xactimate.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and repair processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with insurance professionals and PMs.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed restoration and reconstruction estimates with Xactimate and Symbility.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to review estimates and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage estimating timelines to meet company and insurance program requirements.
• Prepare, communicate, and document change orders and insurance supplements.
• Build and maintain relationships with insurance adjusters, brokers, and TPAs.
• Monitor estimates throughout the project lifecycle and provide follow-up support.
• Help ensure projects meet profitability and gross margin targets.
• Maintain organized documentation and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Support customer service and collaboration for successful project outcomes.
• Assist with collection efforts after project completion.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Typing speed (50 wpm)

Education

Xactimate Level 1 certification

Tools

Xactimate

Symbility

Matterport

Job description

About The Opportunity

Paul Davis Restoration is looking for a detail-oriented, motivated

Responsive recruiter

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

About The Opportunity

Paul Davis Restoration is looking for a detail-oriented, motivated Centralized Estimator to join our team! In this role, you'll develop accurate, timely, and profitable estimates for property restoration and reconstruction projects using Xactimate and Symbility.

You'll work closely with Project Managers, insurance adjusters, and other team members to move projects forward, resolve estimating questions, and ensure estimates meet insurance carrier requirements and company standards.

We're looking for someone who understands construction, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes ownership of their work from initial estimate through project completion.

What You'll Do

• Prepare detailed and accurate restoration and reconstruction estimates using Xactimate and Symbility.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to review estimates, resolve discrepancies, and move projects toward approval.
• Manage estimating timelines while meeting company and insurance program requirements.
• Prepare, communicate, and document change orders and insurance supplements.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with insurance adjusters, brokers, and third-party administrators (TPAs).
• Monitor estimates throughout the project lifecycle, providing follow-up and support through job completion.
• Help ensure projects meet company profitability and gross margin expectations.
• Maintain organized, accurate documentation and communicate updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support outstanding customer service and collaborate with team members to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Assist with collection efforts following project completion.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience preparing construction repair estimates using Xactimate.
• Xactimate Level 1 certification.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and repair processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with insurance professionals and Project Managers.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to type at least 50 words per minute.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in property restoration, mitigation, reconstruction, or the insurance industry.
• Xactimate Level 2 certification.
• Familiarity with Symbility and Matterport.
• Knowledge of insurance carrier estimating guidelines and requirements.
• Bachelor's degree.

What Makes You Successful

You're someone who takes initiative, communicates clearly, and follows through. You understand the importance of producing accurate estimates while balancing customer needs, insurance requirements, and company profitability.

You enjoy collaborating with others, welcome feedback, and take pride in delivering quality work in a deadline-driven environment.

Why Join Paul Davis Restoration?

At Paul Davis Restoration, we're committed to helping property owners recover after unexpected damage. Our team works together to deliver exceptional service, quality workmanship, and a positive customer experience.

If you're an experienced estimator looking for an opportunity to contribute your expertise and grow with a team that values accountability, integrity, and collaboration, we'd love to hear from you!

Our Vision

To Provide Extraordinary Care While Serving People In Their Time Of Need.

Our Values

• Deliver What You Promise
• Respect The Individual
• Have Pride In What You Do
• Practice Continuous Improvement

Our Mission

To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results

Paul Davis Restoration is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Compensation: $33.00 - $43.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Since 1966, Paul Davis has been an industry leader in the areas of property damage mitigation, reconstruction and remodeling. With more than 370 offices in our franchise network, the company serves residential, institutional, and commercial customers and clients across the United States and Canada.

We have built our heritage one project at a time, establishing a reputation for performance, integrity and responsibility among customers and carriers alike. Whether property damage is caused by water, fire, smoke, storms or other disasters, we deliver on our promise to deliver excellence, expertise and a customer experience that is second to none. At Paul Davis, our passion for quality drives everything we do.