Estimator - REMOTE

First Onsite

5d•Remote

About The Position

The REMOTE Estimator (Internally known as Estimator II) role involves preparing and reviewing detailed estimates for restoration and reconstruction projects. The goal is to ensure accuracy, profitability, and compliance with insurer requirements while supporting operational excellence across multiple teams. As an Estimator, you play a key role in shaping the financial and operational success of each project by reviewing documentation, validating costs, and developing precise estimates that meet program standards and insurer expectations. You will collaborate with project managers, coordinators, and office teams to identify scope gaps, resolve discrepancies, and enhance overall billing accuracy. You will handle revisions, respond to reviewer notes, and provide feedback that strengthens consistency and performance across the estimating team. Additionally, you will mentor junior estimators, share best practices, and stay current on industry standards and pricing updates. Your technical expertise, focus, and communication skills will ensure every estimate is accurate, defensible, and aligned with company goals for quality and profitability.

Requirements

Proficient in Xactimate - level 2 or 3
Minimum 3 years of experience in property restoration estimating, construction, or insurance-related work
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and clients
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and comfort using digital estimating tools
Solid understanding of restoration practices, building systems, and insurer protocols
High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education in construction or a related field
Bilingual proficiency in English and French

Responsibilities

Prepare and review detailed estimates for restoration and reconstruction projects.
Ensure accuracy, profitability, and compliance with insurer requirements.
Support operational excellence across multiple teams.
Review documentation and validate costs.
Develop precise estimates that meet program standards and insurer expectations.
Collaborate with project managers, coordinators, and office teams to identify scope gaps and resolve discrepancies.
Enhance overall billing accuracy.
Handle revisions and respond to reviewer notes.
Provide feedback to strengthen consistency and performance across the estimating team.
Mentor junior estimators and share best practices.
Stay current on industry standards and pricing updates.