Virtual Estimator

SERVPRO of Ames

Virtual Estimator

Ames, IA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Then, don’t miss your chance to join Servpro as a new Virtual Estimator. In this position, you will be making a difference each and every day. We have a sincere drive toward the goal of helping make fire and water damage “Like it never even happened”!

    Servpro is seeking someone who is comfortable working hard in challenging situations, enjoys meeting new people, has excellent communication skills, and is a serious multi-tasker. If you are self-motivated and have superb interpersonal skills, then you’ll thrive in this work environment. Are you highly dependable and super-excited about routinely exceeding expectations? Then you may be our perfect hero!

    Key Responsibilities

    Establish customer relationship

    Educate customer on the process from start to finish

    Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes

    Ensure that estimates meet client requirements

    Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project

    Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for projects

    Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate

    Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades

    Work with Project Manager to price bid items, if needed

    Identify and document finalized project scope of work

    Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimate (i.e., Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.)

    Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates

    Deliver and Communicate estimate to Project Manager

    Position Requirements

    BA in engineering, or similar relevant field preferred

    2 years previous estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience

    Superb customer service track record

    Effective written and oral communication

    Advanced math skills

    Proficient use of Xactimate™ estimating software

    Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

    Team Player

    Must have good driving record

    This is a remote position.

    All employees of a SERVPRO® Franchise are hired by, employed by, and under the sole supervision and control of an independently owned and operated SERVPRO® Franchise. SERVPRO® Franchise employees are not employed by, jointly employed by, agents of, or under the supervision or control of Servpro Franchisor, LLC, in any manner whatsoever.