Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Since 2007, All American Water Restoration, Inc. has provided expert home restoration and remodeling services to our customers. We are seeking an Estimator, experienced in restoration and reconstruction.

This position will be responsible for writing residential and commercial estimates using Xactimate Software. The individual must be self-motivated with high energy and the ability to interact with numerous individuals, in an ever-changing environment. You will lead the estimating process for reconstruction/mold/water bids and proposals while working with a team of project coordinators and managers to complete estimates in a timely and accurate manner. 

Primary Responsibilities

1. Customer Satisfaction 
   • Educate customer on the construction process
   • Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes
   • Maintain and enhance an ongoing relationship with clients and adjusters 
   • Work with clients and insurance adjusters to provide an accurate and thorough estimate to achieve the desired finished product. 
2. Project Initiation 
   • Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project
   • Acquire and upload visual or physical documentation of the project, including photos, virtual tour, and material samples.
   • Must be able to travel to job sites to provide field dimensions, meet with client, or perform other activities as required. 
   • Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for construction projects.
   • Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate.
   • Work with Project Manager to price bid items, if needed.
3. Project Planning 
   • Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimate (i.e Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.)
   • Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates
   • Deliver and Communicate estimate to Project Manager.
   • Provide and maintain documented daily project updates. Maintain documentation across multiple platforms when required by insurance or third-party administrators.
   • Communicate both internally and externally in the areas of the estimates, supplements, or change orders.

Position Requirements

• 3+ years Residential Restoration/Construction industry experience is required. Must have ability to read and interpret protocols and contract documents. 
• High school diploma/GED required; college degree preferred.
• Experience writing estimates using Xactimate Software is required, including time and materials methodology.
• Xactimate Level One certification is preferred.
• Must be able to work in person at our Orlando office 5 days per week and commute to job sites when needed.
• Participate in the on-call rotation, requiring evening and weekend point of contact for any new losses, as determined by the rotating schedule.
• Experience with program work (third party administrators) is preferred.
• Effective written and oral communication. Ability to read, analyze and write estimates, proposals, reports and correspondence.  Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective leadership in coordination of teamwork efforts. Strong organizational and time management skills. 
• Critical Thinking and problem-solving skills
• Integrity and positive attitude always.

Compensation

• $65,000 based on experience with possibility of commission and increases based on merit

Physical and Work Environment Requirements
Walking and/or standing throughout the day. Frequent driving and sitting. Occasionally climbing ladders. The team member is occasionally exposed to extreme conditions such as heat. The noise level in the work environment and jobsites can be loud.

Benefits

• Position Training - plus opportunities for paid certification training 
• Company Vehicle and Cell Phone for business use
• Paid Time Off and Holidays after 90 days
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance after 90 days
• Simple IRA Account with 3% employer matching, vested immediately

All American Water Restoration is an EOE M/F/D/V employer.
All American Water Restoration, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace.