Reconstruction Project Manager – Insurance Restoration

RestoPros • Summerville, SC

77d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

RestoPros is a leading, locally owned restoration and reconstruction company specializing in insurance-driven residential and commercial rebuilds following water, fire, smoke, mold, and storm damage. We are expanding our Reconstruction Division and are seeking an experienced Reconstruction Project Manager with a proven background in managing insurance restoration and repair projects from start to finish. This is NOT a mitigation role. This is NOT an entry-level position. We are hiring for high-level, seasoned reconstruction professionals with strong estimating, subcontractor management, and insurance claims experience. Position Overview The Reconstruction Project Manager oversees all reconstruction and repair projects following emergency services or mitigation. This includes scoping, Xactimate estimate reviews, coordinating trades, securing insurance approvals, managing budgets, driving schedules, and ensuring excellent customer communication. Candidates must have direct experience in insurance restoration reconstruction — preferably within a restoration company, general contractor, or insurance repair division.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience as a Reconstruction Project Manager in the restoration/insurance repair industry
• Strong experience writing and reviewing Xactimate estimates
• Proven ability to manage 10–25+ reconstruction jobs simultaneously
• Solid knowledge of residential construction, building materials, and trade sequencing
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and ensuring quality workmanship
• Strong understanding of the insurance claims process, supplements, approvals, and carrier expectations
• Familiarity with restoration job management platforms (Restoration Manager, Xcelerate, DASH, Encircle, BuilderTrend, etc.)
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Valid driver’s license and clean background

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple residential and light commercial insurance reconstruction projects from start to finish.
• Perform detailed scope reviews, job walks, material selections, and budget approvals with customers.
• Review Xactimate estimates (Sketch, line items, price list alignment, supplements).
• Create full reconstruction plans, including schedules, trades, materials, and customer selections.
• Ensure jobs are delivered on time, within budget, and meet company quality standards.
• Conduct routine site inspections throughout all project phases.
• Work directly with adjusters to justify line items, negotiate approvals, and finalize repair scopes.
• Submit supplements, documentation, material justifications, and progress updates as required.
• Understand carrier guidelines, TPA requirements, depreciation, ACV/RCV rules, and adjuster expectations.
• Source, schedule, and manage subcontractors for all trades (carpentry, drywall, paint, flooring, roofing, cabinetry, etc.).
• Review workmanship and hold trades accountable for timelines and quality standards.
• Ensure all vendor documentation, COIs, and compliance items are up to date.
• Provide proactive, consistent communication throughout the rebuild process.
• Walk customers through timelines, selections, budgets, insurance coverage, and change orders.
• Maintain detailed job notes, photos, and documentation in job management software.

Benefits

• $70,000–$90,000 base salary (depending on experience)
• Commission/bonus structure based on project profitability
• Company vehicle + gas card
• Company phone and laptop
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid continuing education (Xactimate, leadership training, industry certifications)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees