Construction Estimator

Blackmon Mooring & Bms Cat • Oklahoma City, OK

287d

About The Position

The Construction Estimator prepares estimates for construction rebuild projects and markets to potential clients, including insurance adjusters and end users. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with experience in helping people and businesses rebuild following disasters. The estimator must be able to survey a project, envision the finished product, and implement the necessary steps to fulfill that vision.

Requirements

• Proficiency with estimating software, specifically Xactimate.
• Knowledge of production and processing, including raw material, waste, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing project efficiency.
• Knowledge of building and construction, including materials and methods needed to complete projects successfully.
• Ability to read and understand project specifications, plans, and blueprints.
• Knowledge of design techniques, principles, and tools to complete projects.
• Knowledge of principles involved in showing, promoting, and selling services.
• Ability to monitor processes and materials.

Nice To Haves

• Previous restoration experience.

Responsibilities

• Market to potential customers including national accounts, adjusters, end users, etc.
• Establish a network and vet qualified subcontractors for various trades.
• Call on prospects to provide an estimate for the rebuild of the structure after a loss.
• Review the project, determine the scope of work to be completed, and prepare an estimate for the project.
• Review estimate and job scope with insurance representatives and the customer.
• Obtain approval and prepare proper paperwork to begin the project.
• Maintain good communication and coordinate work schedule with operations personnel until the project is completed.
• Communicate with local management on any issues that may arise during the work of the project.
• Ensure that any quality issues are resolved.
• Responsible for ensuring that proper protocol is followed in relation to payment arrangements.
• Follow up with insurance company/customer until all payments are received.
• Prepare a variety of status reports, including activity, closings, follow-up, and adherence to goals.

Benefits

• Car allowance or a company vehicle.
• Fuel allowance and expense account.
• Company provided laptop and cell phone.
• Company paid medical insurance.
• Growth opportunity - Blackmon Mooring / BMSCAT promotes from within.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services