Restoration Xactimate Estimator

Team Blue•Eugene, OR

5d•$70,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Oregon Restoration is the premiere Water Damage, Mold Mitigation and Repair company in Oregon and SW Washington for over 15 years. We are a fast growing, employee owned and focused company looking to expand our high quality water mitigation division in the Portland Area. We are looking to work with great people who want to grow and learn new skills. People who enjoy providing excellent customer service while learning how to restore homes and businesses. Its a fast pace career that has a lot of satisfaction due to the variety of skills learned and direction for advancements. As a company we take pride in providing a better place to work that is about more than the bottom line. We all like working hard but taking care of our valued employees and keeping our great people happy is our key to success. We build careers. We have won the "Top 100 Places To Work In Oregon" award by Oregon Business Magazine since 2019. Including we were awarded 2nd place of ALL businesses in Oregon with 35-100 employees! We're very proud of that feat. We have been taking care of our employees since before it was cool. If that sounds good to you, we'd love to talk to you about joining our team. Summary/Objective The Reconstruction Estimator will conduct site inspections, gather information, sketch affected areas, and write accurate scope of work for necessary repairs. This position will inspect and discuss reconstruction processes to homeowners, insurance agents, mortgage companies, and technicians. The Reconstruction estimator will write estimates for the work needed, submit to insurance or property owner for approval, and work with Project Managers to address any supplements needed. They also work closely with Mitigation Project Managers to ensure seamless handoff of projects. Please note this position is in person only when not visiting job sites.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Construction Estimator or similar role
Insurance Disaster Restoration experience required, 3-5 years preferred
Xactimate estimating experience required
Strong knowledge of construction process, techniques, and materials
Proficient in blueprint or schematic reading and interpretation
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to follow company protocols
Ability to effectively communication with diverse stakeholders at all levels

Responsibilities

Drive to a from worksites and for business purposes
Conduct site inspections, communicate with customers, gather necessary info to write accurate scope of work.
Research the cost of items such as materials, transport, labor, and vendors to ensure a project is either approved by insurance company or is approved by owner both in scope and price
Follow up with insurance agents for approvals
Asses the risk levels associated with each project
Confer with supervisory personnel, owner, or contractors or to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
Understand and navigate projects and their requirements
Understand and navigate project generating programs such as contractor connections
Adhere to guidelines and deadlines for project generating programs
Communicate respectfully and clearly with all parties involved in the project.
Review Xactimate generated estimates for completion and technical accuracy ensuring quality and integrity
Keep documentation organized and uploaded, this is to include photo documenting project progression.
Determine key variables for cost
Create and submit estimate reports or bids via appropriate systems
Implement salesmanship to try and sell the job.
Respond to all customer questions, concerns and document any changes of scope.
Follow up on all communication with (phone calls, meetings, emails)
Keep customers informed on the process of the estimating process (Fast responses and overcommunication are required)
Prepare contracts or negotiate revisions to contractual agreements with clients, suppliers, or contractors.
Develop or implement quality control programs.
Implement new or modified plans in response to delays, bad weather, or construction site emergencies.
Must inform supervisors immediately of all discontentment of customers
Analyze data to determine project feasibility.