Construction Estimator

SERVPRO of Columbia County

About The Position

The Construction Estimator is responsible for ensuring an accurate scope of work is created, delivering a consistent and complete estimate, and maintaining a high quality of service in all dealings with customers, clients, and resource providers involved in construction services.

Requirements

BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field preferred
2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience
Superb customer service
Effective written and oral communication
Proficient use of Xactimate™ estimating software
Ability to use cameras and scanning equipment
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Team Player

Responsibilities

Establish customer relationship for construction services
Educate customer on the construction process
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 construction projects
Digitally scan all jobsites and provide extremely detailed explanations of photos and scans
Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate
Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades
Work with Construction 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 Construction Project Manager
Thoroughly update job files with notes, documentation, required date fields, and more
Support Construction Project Managers with vendor relationships and subcontractor coordination