Estimator - Reconstruction

Skyelia • Sheboygan, WI

19h

About The Position

The Estimator is responsible for estimating and handling residential and commercial property damage claims, including fire, water, wind, and collision damage. The role requires empathy, excellent customer service, self-motivation, and the ability to sell services in a fast-paced environment.

The Estimator conducts site inspections, gathers and enters field information, and prepares accurate, timely estimates. They negotiate directly with insurance representatives and third-party administrators, work with property owners to resolve time-sensitive claims, and maintain accurate job-file communications and compliance with third-party provider standards. The role also requires knowledge of general construction and property damage restoration methods, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks. The Estimator takes direction from an assigned manager and communicates with them regularly.

Requirements

• College degree (two- or four-year).
• Two to four years of experience in construction estimating or a related field.
• Professionalism, empathy, attention to detail, oral and written communication, time management, and customer-service commitment.
• Working knowledge of construction means and methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Good organizational and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with peers, subordinates, and managers.
• Ability to read and interpret business, professional, technical, and regulatory materials; write reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information effectively.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts including probability, statistical inference, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions in situations with limited standardization.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Xactimate, PSA, Encircle, Luxor CRM, and Microsoft Outlook.
• IICRC FSRT, WRT, ASD, and OCT specialized training.
• WI Dwelling Contractor certificate and a valid driver's license.
• Clean driving record and no felonies.

Nice To Haves

• Previous estimating experience is highly preferred; candidates with construction experience and the ability or desire to perform estimating will also be considered.
• Xactimate estimating software experience.
• Previous reconstruction experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete site inspections for assigned projects and gather and enter field data to prepare accurate, timely estimates.
• Negotiate directly with insurance representatives and third-party administrators.
• Work directly with property owners to address and resolve time-sensitive property damage claims.
• Show compassion toward property owners and project payees dealing with a loss.
• Maintain accurate records of relevant communications in each job file and comply with third-party provider performance standards.
• Manage detailed information and multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Apply knowledge of general construction and property damage restoration means and methods.
• Follow instructions from the assigned manager and communicate with them regularly.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the first of the month after 60 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee parties.
• Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year recognition; Employee of the Year receives a vacation valued up to $3,500.
• Two weeks of PTO and one week of sick pay in the first year; three weeks of PTO and one week of sick pay in the second year.
• Company vehicle: a Ford Bronco, replaced each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree