Estimator - Senior

Overview

Creates & manages estimates for residential, commercial & industrial restoration projects

Key Responsibilities

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

Tasks

-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% -Create accurate floor plans and multi-level/roof sketches in Xactimate Sketch, -Independently manages own work -Consistently identify potential site hazards (asbestos, lead paint, mold, etc.) -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. Senior Estimator book of business is approximately $2M- $4M -Assist in the development and continuing improvement efforts to establish Belfor USA Group, Inc as World Class in the industry. -Create and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages as they present themselves -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. -Coordinate after hours emergency services as directed, including board-ups, water damage, fire and smoke damage and vandalism -Serve as primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultants -Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines -Must use the BELFOR Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, etc -Complete all accident, injury & incident reporting forms as required timely -Create accurate scopes, very few over/under scopes -Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain vehicles in a clean serviceable condition -Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards. -Attend BELFOR sponsored operations and safety training courses as required -Scope development, negotiation and agreements with customers -Apply industry TPA Program standards and ensure compliance with requirements

Requirements

• xactimate
• belfor
• msds
• building codes
• 3+ years
• customer service

What You Bring

-Uses BELFOR standard in formatting estimates -Successful completion of Xactimate Intermediate training class -Understanding of MSDS Data sheets, and applicability to jobs -Advanced Microsoft offices skills, experience with Xactimate -Extensive Customer Service experience -English literacy and fluency -Must demonstrate a knowledge of all local building codes -Demonstrate proficiency with source removal, decontamination, mitigation, containment, ventilation, contents and deodorization techniques -Manual dexterity needed for keyboarding and other repetitive tasks -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -The ability to bend, crouch, or stand as necessary. -Professional demeanor and appearance, excellent telephone skills. -Ability to work well with others, maintain professional interaction with co-workers and vendors. -Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills -Attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people's property and information -Must conduct oneself professionally and with courtesy at all times. Must be proactive conveying information and be immediately responsive to requests for information -Proficient with investigative demolition, controlled demolition, decontamination structure cleaning and deodorization services -Required to use the BELFOR naming convention for estimates, revised estimates, proposals, change orders, etc. -Must have working knowledge of applicable building codes -3 plus years' experience in Construction, Restoration or Contents Estimating -Residential estimating experience in excess of $50,000 and Commercial estimating experience up to $100,000 -Successful completion of BELFOR Estimating Platform Level 1 and 2 user certification -National rate and Material invoicing experience -Frequent lifting over 50 lbs unassisted

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Benefits

-Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices

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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