Estimator - General

BELFOR Franchise Group•North Charleston, SC

About The Position

The General Estimator is the fourth level in the Estimating track and creates and manages estimates and jobs across residential, commercial, and industrial lines of business. The role meets with clients, develops quality and competitive estimates using Xactimate, manages work through completion, reviews budgets, and communicates progress with clients and management. The position serves large-loss insurance adjusters, brokers, and commercial clients across a broad regional territory, with some national clientele, and may respond to regional and potentially catastrophe situations.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in construction, restoration, or contents estimating.
Residential estimating experience on projects exceeding $50,000 and commercial estimating experience on projects exceeding $100,000.
Successful completion of BELFOR Estimating Platform Level 2 user certification.
Successful completion of an Advanced Xactimate training class in preparation for the Estimating Platform Level 3 User Certification test, with a score of 90%.
National-rate and material-invoicing experience.
English literacy and fluency.
Understanding of MSDS data sheets and their applicability to jobs.
Use of BELFOR Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, and related documents.
Extensive customer service experience.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience with Xactimate.
Professional demeanor and appearance and excellent telephone skills.
Ability to work well with others and maintain professional interactions with coworkers and vendors.
Ability to coordinate after-hours emergency services as directed.
Ability to work under time constraints and meet specific timelines.

Responsibilities

Complete accurate multi-sketches with multiple levels and/or roof sketches.
Create accurate scopes and minimize over- or under-scoping.
Create accurate floor plans and multi-level or roof sketches using Xactimate Sketch.
Apply knowledge of applicable local building codes.
Create and adhere to acceptable budgets, addressing overages as they arise.
Use BELFOR naming conventions for estimates, revised estimates, proposals, and change orders.
Maintain construction schedules and coordinate with trades and management to complete work on time; identify and present solutions when additional resources are needed.
Demonstrate proficiency in source removal, decontamination, mitigation, containment, ventilation, contents, and deodorization techniques.
Perform investigative and controlled demolition, structural decontamination cleaning, and deodorization services.
Participate in continued training through BELFOR University and prepare for the appropriate Estimator Level 2 or 3 User Certification test.
Independently manage assigned work.
Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and keep vehicles clean and serviceable.
Complete required accident, injury, and incident reporting forms promptly.
Use analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Participate in continuing education to advance career in payroll and ensure compliance with current regulations.
Assist with development and continuous improvement efforts to establish BELFOR USA Group, Inc. as a world-class industry organization.
Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.
Expand and maintain local clientele able to refer losses; the General Estimator book of business is approximately $4 million to $8 million.
Serve as the primary contact for owners, adjusters, and consultants.
Identify and accurately scope and estimate unique, site-specific conditions and requirements.
Develop scopes, negotiate, and reach agreements with customers.
Format estimates according to BELFOR standards and accurately estimate all trades using estimating-program line items.
Coordinate after-hours emergency services as directed, including board-ups and water, fire, smoke, or vandalism damage response.
Consistently identify potential site hazards, including asbestos, lead paint, and mold.
Conduct oneself professionally and courteously, proactively communicate information, respond promptly to information requests, provide customer service, and work within specific timelines.
Safeguard other people's property and information with attention to detail.
Attend BELFOR-sponsored operations and safety training courses as required.