Estimator Mitigation & Construction (ID# 685)

Job Description

Job Description

Estimator Mitigation & Construction

Location: Waltham, MA
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Our Client is seeking an experienced Mitigation & Construction Estimator to join its restoration team. This senior-level estimating position is responsible for creating and managing detailed estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial restoration projects while overseeing projects from initial inspection through completion. The Estimator will work directly with property owners, insurance adjusters, consultants, and commercial clients to develop accurate scopes of work, maintain project budgets, and ensure exceptional customer service.

Xactimate experience is required.

Restoration and mitigation experience is required.

This role focuses heavily on large-loss insurance claims and complex restoration projects, with responsibilities that may include regional travel and catastrophe (CAT) response when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate multi-level and roof sketches using Xactimate Sketch.

• Develop detailed and accurate scopes of work with minimal overages or shortages.

• Create complete floor plans and estimate documentation utilizing Xactimate.

• Maintain working knowledge of local and applicable building codes.

• Develop and manage project budgets while identifying and addressing cost variances.

• Follow company estimating standards and naming conventions for estimates, revisions, proposals, and change orders.

• Can write and run scope and follow up on all jobs through completion. 

• Maintain construction schedules while coordinating with subcontractors, trades, and project management.

• Identify scheduling challenges and recommend solutions to maintain project timelines.

• Demonstrate expertise in mitigation procedures including source removal, containment, decontamination, ventilation, structural drying, deodorization, and contents restoration.

• Perform investigative demolition and controlled demolition when required.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and advanced estimating training.

• Independently manage estimating workload and multiple active projects.

• Conduct vehicle inspections and maintain company vehicle in a clean and safe condition.

• Complete all accident, injury, and incident reports accurately and on time.

• Utilize strong analytical, budgeting, and problem-solving skills throughout each project.

• Maintain excellent communication with customers, adjusters, vendors, and internal teams.

• Participate in continuing education and company training programs.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives while adhering to company policies and safety standards.

Requirements

• MUST HAVE RESTORATION & MITIGATION EXPERIENCE
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• MUST HAVE XACTIMATE EXPERIENCE

• Develop and maintain relationships with insurance adjusters, property managers, commercial clients, municipalities, schools, and referral partners.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, adjusters, consultants, and project stakeholders.

• Accurately identify site-specific conditions and prepare detailed project scopes.

• Negotiate project scope and pricing with customers and insurance carriers.

• Produce accurate estimates across all construction trades using estimating software.

• Coordinate emergency response services including board-ups, fire damage, water damage, smoke damage, and vandalism response.

• Recognize potential environmental hazards including asbestos, lead paint, mold, and other contaminants.

• Maintain professionalism, responsiveness, and exceptional customer service throughout every project.

• Work efficiently under deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

• Attend all required operational, estimating, and safety training.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction, restoration, or contents estimating experience.

• Residential estimating experience exceeding $50,000 project values.

• Commercial estimating experience exceeding $100,000 project values.

• Successful completion of advanced estimating training preferred.

• National pricing and material invoicing experience preferred.

• Strong understanding of building construction methods and restoration practices.

• Extensive customer service experience.

• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.

• Professional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.

• Knowledge of MSDS/SDS documentation and jobsite safety requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift 50+ pounds without assistance.

• Sit for extended periods while preparing estimates and documentation.

• Perform repetitive keyboarding and computer work.

• Bend, crouch, climb, kneel, and stand as necessary during site inspections.

Compensation & Benefits

Our Client offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary - $70,000-$90,000 DOE

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Disability and life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid holidays

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Vehicle allowance

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required for the position.