Commercial Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

We are hiring a Commercial Construction Estimator !

Do you have experience or knowledge in the construction, construction estimating field, or insurance industry as an adjuster?

Are you highly dependable, coachable, and ready to take your career to the next level? Then you could be a great candidate to join our growing Reconstruction Team.

We are a leader in a recession-proof industry seeking someone who has estimating experience and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, enjoys meeting new people, has excellent communication skills, can multi-task, and is comfortable asking for the sale. If you are self-motivated and have superb interpersonal skills, then you’ll thrive in this fun work environment. ALL leads are provided and there is NO cold-calling!

As a valued member of our recon team, you will receive competitive pay, with an opportunity to learn and grow.

Primary Responsibilities

• Establish customer relationships for construction services
• Educate customers on the construction process
• Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes 
• Ensure that estimates meet client requirements.
• Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project
• Using state-of-the-art technology to create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for construction projects.
• Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate.
• Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades
• Work with Project Manager to price bid items and obtain quotes from sub-contractors if needed.
• Identify and document finalized project scope of work.
• Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimates (i.e. Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.)
• Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates. 
• Follow-up with the customer to get their approval 
• Deliver and communicate approved estimates to Construction Team

Necessary Experience and Skill Set

• Minimum of 2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience
• Xactimate level 1 and 2 certifications or greater preferred.  
• Proficient use of Xactimate™ estimating software highly preferred
• Superb customer service track record
• Effective written and oral communication
• Advanced math skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable asking for the sale
• Must have a good driving record

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

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