Site Inspector

Site Inspector

We are seeking a Site Inspector to join our team in Santa Fe or Las Vegas, NM.

We are gearing up for a high-volume hiring effort in support of the Hermit's Peak / Calf Canyon claims operation through DHS. This project is part of a major federal effort supporting the FEMA Hermit's Peak / Calf Canyon Claims Office, which was established to compensate New Mexico residents impacted by the Hermit's Peak and Calf Canyon wildfires and subsequent floods. This work directly serves the communities of northern New Mexico, helping families, businesses, and local landowners recover and rebuild.

Work hours may vary but are generally expected to average between 40 and 60 hours per week over the duration of the project.

Your Role

• Conducts field inspections of damaged properties and mitigation work to support compensation recommendations.
• Documents impacts from fires, floods, and land loss with photos, measurements, coordinates, and Xactimate values.
• Perform onsite inspections, collect photos and evidence.
• Document damages and mitigation work accurately.
• Produce inspection reports using Xactimate.
• Validate loss eligibility and required repairs.
• Upload completed reports within required time frames.

About You

• Education: High School Diploma.
• Experience: 10+ years in construction inspection, insurance adjusting, disaster assessment, or damage valuation.
• Damage Assessments: Must be proficient and have a high degree of knowledge on how to use Xactimate to accurately structure POLs to provide adequate compensation for claimants to rebuild. Must be proficient in assessing property and fire-related and flood-related damage accurately, which involves understanding the extent of damage, the required repairs, required documentation, and associated costs.
• Technical Knowledge: Disaster-related knowledge and background to accurately assess losses, damages, repairs, and replacement costs. Must be an expert in using Xactimate software.
• Use of Technology: Proficiency in using claims management software, databases, and other technology tools that facilitate claim processing, documentation, and communication.
• Skills: Expert Xactimate use, strong report writing, accurate valuation, ability to work outdoors and interact professionally with claimants.
• Clear and Effective Communication: Customer service, excellent written and verbal communication skills and knowledge and ability to explain policy and regulations to claimants, FEMA staff, and other stakeholders.
• Client requirements: Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain a FEMA Badge (Public Trust clearance). This includes passing a background investigation, fingerprinting, and completing required FEMA security forms. Badge issuance is required prior to deployment or site access. Offer of employment is contingent upon ability to obtain/maintain FEMA Badge and DHS clearance.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check are required.
• Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold an active Public Trust Clearance.

Rewards & Benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional Information

Expected compensation range is between $30.00 - $35.00/hour depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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