Reconstruction Estimator - Chantilly VA

SERVPRO of Chesterfield, Richmond, Chesapeake, and Hampton•Chantilly, VA

2d•$85,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

SERVPRO is seeking a Reconstruction Estimator for its Chantilly franchise. The role supports construction services for customers affected by fire and water damage, helping them understand the construction process and ensuring estimates meet their requirements. The Estimator analyzes project labor, material, and time needs; develops sketches, scopes of work, and estimates; identifies constraints and potential upgrades; and coordinates with Project Managers and outside resources to produce and communicate accurate, well-organized estimates. The position offers a competitive pay rate with commission opportunities and opportunities to learn and grow. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for 45 hours per week. It frequently requires long hours, on-call work, and weekends. Travel is primarily local, with some out-of-area and overnight travel possible. The work includes walking and standing throughout the day, frequent driving and sitting, and occasional ladder climbing. Employees may occasionally encounter extreme conditions such as heat, and noise at worksites can be loud.

Requirements

At least 2 years of previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience.
A strong customer service track record.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Advanced math skills.
Proficiency with Xactimate estimating software.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work as a team player.
Good driving record.
Ability to work long hours, on call, and weekends as frequently required.
Ability to travel, primarily locally, with some out-of-area and overnight travel possible.

Nice To Haves

BA in engineering, construction science, or a similar relevant field preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish customer relationships for construction services.
Educate customers about the construction process.
Work with customers to understand desired upgrades or changes.
Ensure estimates meet client requirements.
Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for projects.
Create accurate sketches and initial scopes of work for construction projects.
Deliver consistent, well-defined initial estimates.
Recognize project constraints and needed upgrades.
Work with the Project Manager to price bid items when needed.
Identify and document finalized project scopes of work.
Coordinate with outside resources as needed to complete accurate estimates, such as structural engineers, ITEL, and electrical inspectors.
Assemble accurate, well-organized estimates.
Deliver and communicate estimates to the Project Manager.