Senior Estimator

Allied Public Adjusters•Glendale, CA

79d•$110,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

If you love getting into the details of a loss, building estimates that hold up when a carrier pushes back, and being the go-to technical voice on a claim, this is the role for you. You'll independently scope, estimate, and defend property claims from investigation through final negotiation. At Allied Public Adjusters, our mission is a world where every property loss is settled truthfully and equitably. Since 1997, we've worked on behalf of policyholders to demand what's right by using technical expertise, field investigations, and uncompromising quality. We empower policyholders with the most skillful representation, while ensuring carriers have the information they need to do what's right. The Senior Estimator independently scopes, estimates, and defends property insurance claims, like water, fire, and related structural damage. They partner closely with our Public Adjusters so they have accurate, carrier-proof valuations that maximize client settlements. You are the focal point of contact for all estimating activity: investigating losses, producing defensible Xactimate estimates, and serving as the construction technical authority when a claim is challenged.

Requirements

7+ years of dedicated insurance restoration estimating experience (water and fire)
Xactimate proficiency at a hotkey/shortcut fluency level
Demonstrated experience handling complex or large losses
Broad working knowledge of major trades, like electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.
Demonstrated ability to independently defend and negotiate estimates with carrier adjusters
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable personal transportation
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Management, or a related field, or equivalent education, training, and work experience in lieu of a degree

Nice To Haves

Ideal experience includes hands-on construction background

Responsibilities

Serve as the focal point of contact for all APA-related estimating activities and claims
Collaborate with Public Adjusters on-site and by phone to inspect losses, identify all damage (including easily-missed items), and determine appropriate scope of repairs
Investigate and consult with the assigned claim owner, clients, experts, suppliers, manufacturers, and specialty contractors as needed to prepare accurate, quality estimates
Perform moisture mapping and/or moisture testing as needed
Participate in inspections and aid PAs in controlling a property
Write detailed, defensible estimates in Xactimate that meet APA quality standards and turnaround expectations (48 hours post-inspection)
Analyze insurance company estimates and prepare bid analysis reports for presentations and claim submissions, as needed by PAs
Assist in developing and maintaining standards for scope development; audit scopes prepared by staff estimators and/or PAs for quality adherence
Present and defend APA estimates as required throughout the claims process
Review and rebut carrier counter-estimates; coordinate and critique sub-bids from vendors and experts
Assist PAs in inspecting, scoping, and estimating losses to ensure their estimates align with APA's quality standards
Re-engage on disputes when PAs need technical backup for negotiation
Design and build APA's estimating historical database
Document APA estimating procedures and best practices (SOPs)
Provide structured training and mentor junior estimators to help expand the estimating function
Be a good team member, help others where needed