Estimator - Estimator

Overview

Create/manage Xactimate estimates, coordinate with clients, and oversee job execution.

Key Responsibilities

• xactimate sketch
• scope negotiation
• client contact
• budget management
• safety reporting
• construction scheduling

Tasks

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

Requirements

• xactimate
• microsoft office
• belfor
• building codes
• msds
• decontamination

What You Bring

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

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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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