Restoration Estimator: Manage Budgets, Clients & Projects

Volarify (an Amsys Company); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Client in Baltimore is seeking an intermediate-level Estimator who will prepare accurate estimates and manage restoration projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. You will meet with clients, develop competitive estimates using Xactimate, and oversee projects from start to finish.

The role requires strong budgeting, invoicing review, and collaboration with vendors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Extensive customer service experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Proficiency with Xactimate estimating software.
• Excellent verbal, written, and telephone communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coworkers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Strong understanding of restoration estimating and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with local referral sources, including insurance adjusters, property managers, business owners, municipalities, and other key contacts.
• Prepare detailed estimates, proposals, change orders, and revisions using company standards.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of applicable local building codes.
• Develop and manage project budgets, addressing cost overruns proactively.
• Create and maintain construction schedules while coordinating with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely project completion.
• Identify scheduling conflicts and recommend solutions to keep projects on track.
• Demonstrate proficiency in mitigation, containment, source removal, decontamination, structural cleaning, demolition, ventilation, deodorization, and contents restoration.
• Review invoices and labor costs regularly to ensure accurate monthly job costing.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development programs, including Xactimate certification preparation.
• Work independently while effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Maintain company vehicle inspections, cleanliness, and safe operating condition.
• Complete accident, injury, and incident reports accurately and promptly.
• Utilize strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to support project success.
• Maintain clear verbal and written communication with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that promote operational excellence.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Restoration estimating

Construction processes

Safety awareness

MSDS/SDS knowledge

Tools

Xactimate estimating software

Job description

Our Client in Baltimore is seeking an intermediate-level Estimator who will prepare accurate estimates and manage restoration projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. You will meet with clients, develop competitive estimates using Xactimate, and oversee projects from start to finish.

The role requires strong budgeting, invoicing review, and collaboration with vendors and internal teams.