Restoration Estimator

Overview

Create and manage restoration estimates using Xactimate for residential/commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• emergency coordination
• xactimate sketch
• scope development
• schedule management
• client liaison
• budget management

Tasks

-Coordinate after hours emergency services as directed, including board-ups, water damage, fire and smoke damage and vandalism -Participate in continued training with BELFOR University -- Basic Xactimate training as part of preparation for passing Estimator Level, 2, or 3 User Certification test, dependent on Estimator role. Score required for passing consideration is 85% -Attend BELFOR sponsored operations and safety training courses as required -Maintain a construction schedule and work with trades and management to ensure work is completed on time. Identify and present solutions when additional resources are needed. -Scope development, negotiation and agreements with customers -Create accurate floor plans and multi-level/roof sketches in Xactimate Sketch, -Create accurate scopes, very few over/under scopes -Consistently identify potential site hazards (asbestos, lead paint, mold, etc.) -Independently manages own work -Must conduct oneself professionally and with courtesy at all times. Must be proactive conveying information and be immediately responsive to requests for information Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practice. Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines -Serve as primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultants -Must expand and maintain local area clientele in position to refer losses. Clientele is primarily insurance adjusters but may also include community business owners, schools and municipalities. General Estimator book of business is approximately $4M - $8M -Assist in the development and continuing improvement efforts to establish Belfor USA Group, Inc as World Class in the industry. -Participate in continuing education to advance career in payroll and ensure compliance with most up to date regulations -Must use the BELFOR Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, etc -Complete all accident, injury & incident reporting forms as required timely -Create and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages as they present themselves -Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain vehicles in a clean serviceable condition -Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.

Requirements

• xactimate
• belfor
• ms office
• 3+ years
• customer service
• analytical

What You Bring

-Required to use the BELFOR naming convention for estimates, revised estimates, proposals, change orders, etc. -3 plus years' experience in Construction, Restoration or Contents Estimating -Extensive Customer Service experience -Uses BELFOR standard in formatting estimates -Must be able to identify and accurately scope and estimate unique site-specific conditions and requirements -Ability to work well with others, maintain professional interaction with co-workers and vendors. -Manual dexterity needed for keyboarding and other repetitive tasks -Frequent lifting over 50 lbs unassisted -Successful completion of Advanced Xactimate training class in preparation for Estimating platform level 3 User Certification test with a score of 90% National rate and Material invoicing experience -Must be able to complete multi-sketches with multi-levels and/or roof sketches with accuracy -Understanding of MSDS Data sheets, and applicability to jobs -Must demonstrate a knowledge of all local building codes -Accurate estimates of all trades using line items in the estimating programs -Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills -Must have working knowledge of applicable building codes -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Successful completion of BELFOR Estimating Platform Level 2 user certification -The ability to bend, crouch, or stand as necessary. -Demonstrate proficiency with source removal, decontamination, mitigation, containment, ventilation, contents and deodorization techniques -Advanced Microsoft offices skills, experience with Xactimate Professional demeanor and appearance, excellent telephone skills. -Attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people's property and information -Proficient with investigative demolition, controlled demolition, decontamination structure cleaning and deodorization services -Residential estimating experience in excess of $50,000 and Commercial estimating experience in excess of $100,000 -English literacy and fluency

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About Belfor Property Restoration

-Always prepared to respond to any disaster with a vast network of locations worldwide. -Offers emergency response, disaster recovery, and restoration services for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. -Rapid response to water, fire, mold, and storm damage, handling projects of any size. -Specializes in restoring delicate infrastructure such as historic buildings. -Provides tailored solutions for any restoration need across various sectors. -Employs certified experts, project managers, and technicians dedicated to returning properties to their pre-loss condition. -Handles large-scale restoration projects for some of the world’s most iconic properties and structures. -A trusted partner in disaster recovery, addressing both immediate needs and long-term rebuilding efforts.

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