Estimator - Restoration/Construction

Job Description

Job Description

A Day in the Life of an Estimator

As an Estimator, you estimate projects using software such as Xactimate to create the scope of work. You work in collaboration with the Operations team by gathering field measurements, notes/plans, photo documentation, and materials necessary while using your understanding of restoration and the true costs of construction to create accurate estimates and preliminary budgets. Your service-oriented mindset and positive disposition come through in every interaction, fostering strong relationships with coworkers, clients, and subcontractors and making collections activity a breeze.

You are a communicative, forward-thinker who proactively provides solutions for any problem that may arise, and ensures the appropriate parties are kept up to date. What you do every day comes naturally to you and ensures successful, profitable project completion, demonstrates your commitment to our clients and our Core Values, and highlights the value you add to the company. It's clear that you're going places as a professional, and you're thrilled to be part of our success, knowing that First Onsite will support and encourage your professional growth and development.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with leadership to define project scope and execute work plans
• Manage subcontractors, schedules, crews, and job site operations
• Oversee budgets, estimates, and change orders to ensure profitability
• Ensure quality, safety, and compliance with company and industry standards
• Maintain project documentation, reports, and job activity records
• Produce accurate estimates using Xactimate, Excel, or other software
• Prepare project handoff documents and coordinate with Operations
• Provide 24/7 response when needed and uphold a clean, safe job site

Experience & Education:

• 2+ years in restoration/construction
• 3 current certifications; Xactimate certification within 6 months
• Able to read blueprints & architectural plans
• Skilled in drawings, specs, documents & take-offs
• Experience ensuring code compliance
• Cross-trained in DR/GC
• High school diploma required; degree preferred
• Valid driver's license required

First Onsite provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

First Onsite (and its Companies) participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employer's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Third party resume submissions are not accepted. Any resume submitted will be considered the property of THE COMPANY, and THE COMPANY will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.