Water & Fire Restoration Rebuild Estimator/Project Manager

Hydroforce Cleaning & Restoration

Water & Fire Restoration Rebuild Estimator/Project Manager

Bridgeview, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Company car

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Estimator/Project Manager – Water & Fire Restoration

    Hydroforce Cleaning & Restoration is seeking an experienced Rebuild Project Manager to oversee reconstruction projects following water and fire losses. This position is primarily office-based and focused on estimating, supplementals, and insurance coordination. This is not a daily field or technician role.

    Responsibilities:

    Manage reconstruction projects following water and fire mitigation

    Review mitigation documentation and develop accurate rebuild scopes

    Prepare, submit, and negotiate Xactimate estimates and supplements

    Identify scope gaps, code upgrades, and unforeseen conditions

    Coordinate subcontractors and project schedules

    Communicate with homeowners, insurance adjusters, and internal staff

    Track project timelines, approvals, and budgets

    Ensure all approved scope is captured and paid

    Close out projects with proper documentation and customer sign-off

    Supplementals:

    Identify, write, submit, and negotiate insurance supplements

    Support supplements with proper documentation and justification

    Communicate directly with adjusters to obtain approvals in a timely manner

    Secondary Responsibilities (Surge Support – Estimating Only):

    Assist with mitigation estimating during high-volume surge events

    Review mitigation photos and documentation to support accurate estimates

    Support mitigation supplement identification when needed

    This support is office-based and estimating-only. No physical mitigation work is required.

    Work Environment:

    Primarily office-based

    Occasional site visits for verification or quality control only

    Qualifications:

    3+ years experience in restoration reconstruction (water/fire preferred)

    Strong working knowledge of Xactimate

    Experience with insurance estimates and supplements

    Strong organizational and communication skills

    Valid driver’s license

    Preferred:

    IICRC certifications

    Construction or trade background

    Experience with Encircle, DocuSketch, or similar platforms

    Compensation:

    Competitive salary based on experience

    Performance-based bonuses

    Growth opportunities within a growing restoration company