Wylander, a recruiting company specializing in the disaster restoration industry, is recruiting a Project Estimator for a full-service restoration company located in Cleveland, OH. The Estimator is responsible for performing site inspections, document losses with accurate measurements, notes and photographs with strong attention to detail; estimating the cost of reconstruction of the entire project through the use of Xactimate; negotiating reconstruction costs with insurance carrier representatives; communicating with the Project Manager on issues that will affect the project schedule and/or budget.
Benefits:
- Health Benefits
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Matching 401K
Compensation:
- Base salary: $50,000-$60,000/ yr
- Employee is eligible for company bonus plan
- Company provided vehicle, cell phone and laptop
Responsibilities:
- Use Xactimate software to estimate residential and commercial water, fire, wind and mold restoration projects, including the reconstruction
- Ability to inspect and scope projects in a timely fashion
- Respond to property damage emergency calls when required
- Negotiate fair and accurate scope/cost for repairs
- Handle estimating inquiries and demonstrate a high level of problem resolution and technical assistance.
- Set proper client expectations and meet them
- Establish and maintain client relationships as well as relationships with insurance adjusters and claim representatives
Requirements:
- 3+ years’ experience as an estimator, preferably in the restoration industry
- Possess a strong construction background and be able to communicate with Insurance Adjusters/Reps that may have very little construction knowledge
- Must have knowledge of both residential and commercial reconstruction experience
- Xactimate proficiency is required
- Possess exceptional organizational and planning skills (detailed oriented person)
- Ability to recognize and solve problems independently
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Self-motivated, responsible and accountable
Keywords: Xactimate, construction, estimator