Project Director

Project DirectorThe Project Director position is the second level in our Estimating track, and achieved after completion of company new hire training tasks. This position will be responsible for creating and managing estimates and jobs in the residential, commercial, and industrial lines of business. This position will be responsible to meet with clients, develop quality and competitive estimates using Xactimate software, manage work through completion, review budgets and communicate progress with clients and management. Estimators will review invoices and labor timely to ensure costs are included in the job costs monthly. Upon completion of required company training, qualified candidate will achieve the appropriate level Estimator title and position.DutiesDevelop and maintain client book of business dependent on Project Director, Senior Project Director, General Project Director, and Executive General Project Director job requirementsServe as primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultantsScope development, negotiation and agreements with customersUses company standard in formatting estimatesCoordinate after hours emergency services as directed, including board-ups, water damage, fire and smoke damage and vandalismConsistently identify potential site hazards (asbestos, lead paint, mold, etc.)Must conduct oneself professionally and with courtesy at all times. Must be proactive conveying information and be immediately responsive to requests for informationApply industry TPA Program standards and ensure compliance with requirements. Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practicesWork under time constraints to meet specific timelinesAttention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people's property and informationAttend company sponsored operations and safety training courses as requiredResponsibilitiesMust establish and maintain local area clientele in position to refer losses. Clientele is primarily insurance adjusters but may also include community business owners, schools and municipalities.Create accurate floor plans in Xactimate SketchMust have working knowledge of applicable building codesCreate and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages as they present themselvesRequired to use the company naming convention for estimates, revised estimates, proposals, change orders, etc.Must demonstrate a knowledge of all local building codesMaintain a construction schedule and work with trades and management to ensure work is completed on time. Identify and present solutions when additional resources are needed.Demonstrate proficiency with source removal, decontamination, mitigation, containment, ventilation, contents and deodorization techniquesProficient with investigative demolition, controlled demolition, decontamination structure cleaning and deodorization servicesParticipate in continued training with company University -- Basic Xactimate training as part of preparation for passing Estimator Level, 2, or 3 User Certification test, dependent on Estimator roleIndependently manages own workMaintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain vehicles in a clean serviceable conditionComplete all accident, injury & incident reporting forms as required timelyStrong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsComply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.QualificationsEnglish literacy and fluencyUnderstanding of MSDS Data sheets, and applicability to jobsMust use the company Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, etcExtensive Customer Service experienceAdvanced Microsoft offices skills, experience with XactimateProfessional demeanor and appearance, excellent telephone skills.Ability to work well with others, maintain professional interaction with co-workers and vendors.