Estimator / Project Manager
$100k - $120kThe Contractor Consultants
Job Description
Job Description
Construction Estimator and Project Manager – Lead Regional Insurance Restoration and Reconstruction Projects
Job Overview
- Company: JSMM INC
- Salary/Pay Rate: $100,000 – $120,000 per year
- Location: Highland Park, IL
- Job/Employment Type: Full Time
- Project Scope: Residential and Commercial Insurance Restoration
- Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Valid Driver's License
The Opportunity
You will serve as a critical project leader, driving the accurate estimation and successful execution of residential and commercial restoration builds. This role allows you to take total ownership of projects from initial inspection to final handover while collaborating directly with insurance carriers. You will have the autonomy to manage diverse restoration timelines within a high-energy, supportive team environment that directly rewards your expertise .
How You Will Make an Impact
- Prepare accurate and detailed reconstruction estimates utilizing Xactimate software.
- Manage restoration projects from initial site inspection through to final completion.
- Coordinate daily with insurance adjusters, carriers, subcontractors, and property clients.
- Document property damages thoroughly to verify accurate project scopes of work.
- Schedule essential materials, internal field crews, and external subcontractors efficiently.
- Monitor project budgets, necessary change orders, and overall job profitability.
- Conduct regular on-site inspections to assess progress and ensure quality standards.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience utilizing Xactimate software.
- Extensive leadership experience within construction management and restoration workflows.
- Strong background executing insurance restoration and complex reconstruction projects.
- Proven ability to create precise estimates for mitigation and full rebuilds.
- Deep knowledge of residential and commercial building codes and materials.
- Valid driver’s license with a reliable means of professional transportation.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- Demonstrated experience negotiating project scopes directly with insurance adjusters.
- Active IICRC industry certifications or equivalent specialized technical restoration training.
- Proven track record managing both residential and commercial restoration projects.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills in a field environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Stable salary pay with consistent opportunities for long-term career growth.
- Bi-weekly pay cycles to suit your personal financial planning preferences.
- Comprehensive medical insurance and health wellness support benefits.
- Generous paid time off package including vacation and holiday leave.
- Dedicated company vehicle provided for travel to and from project locations.
- Personal tool replacement program and tech package for field communication.
About Us
JSMM INC is a premier general construction firm specializing in residential and commercial projects. We pride ourselves on a high-energy, "second family" culture where every team member is hand-selected for their expertise and fit. We offer a flexible work environment that values professional growth and rewards hard work with significant earning potential. Learn more at Jsmm-Inc.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
JSMM INC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
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