Estimating Team
Job Title: Estimator
Reports To: Vice President of Finance and Estimating
Serves: Insurance Adjusters TPAs QA Personnel Property Owners Property Managers and Team Members
Company Overview: Since 1996 we have been the foremost leader in property restoration for South-Central Wisconsins property owners and insurance providers. We consistently set new standards for excellence in restoration and are seeking exceptional individuals to join our expanding team. We are committed to fostering professional and personal growth among our team members through comprehensive training mentoring and diverse certifications. Our foundation is built on unwavering customer service collaborative team dynamics and impeccable integrity securing our position as a market leader that ensures both job satisfaction and security. We are proud of our Teams Culture and proudly uphold our Vision Mission and Values:
Our Culture: Team Tempo Truth
Our Vision: To provide extraordinary care while serving people in their time of need.
Our Mission: To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results.
Our Values: Deliver what you promise. Respect the individual. Have pride in what you do. Practice continuous improvement.
Position Overview: This position is part of the Estimating Team that serves property owners and insurance company representatives working with team members and cooperating with external administrative entities to deliver a complete accurate and profitable estimate package to insurance companies and their policyholders. The Estimator has expertise in the estimating and documentation platforms managed repair relationships and job management systems to effectively capture the project scope of work and drive the estimate process.
Employee Benefits:
Full Family Medical/Health Insurance Benefit (Up to 70% employer-paid monthly premium)
o Generous employer paid medical deductible through an HRA
o Domestic Partner coverage
Life & Disability Insurance
Affordable employee-paid dental and vision benefits
Up to 4% match for 401k or Roth IRA (fully vested upon eligibility)
Generous paid time off (PTO) along with 8 paid holidays
Company profit sharing after one year of employment
Company-sponsored training and leadership development opportunities
Company vehicle
Responsibilities:
Utilize Xactimate/Symbility to model the Project Managers scope of work for mitigation reconstruction remodeling and contents estimates with an emphasis on speed accuracy and profitability
Submit complete estimate packages including all required supporting documentation
Ensure adherence to industry standards and managed repair program guidelines
Serve as a customer service liaison to insurance adjusters to maintain and grow strategic relationships
Foster collaborative relationships with insurance adjusters and third party managed repair administrators / QA team members
Drive the estimating process from initial draft through revisions to final approval
Create preliminary budgets
Perform site visits and field documentation duties as necessary including various visual documentation and material sampling / processing
Create T&M invoice packages including graphical scope diagrams and other supporting documentation
Contribute to continuous improvement in all aspects of estimating through technology process improvement pricing research and constructive feedback
Assist with training of new and existing employees
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Required:
High school diploma or GED
Valid drivers license and insurable motor vehicle record
Technology
o Proficiency in Xactimate for both mitigation and reconstruction estimates
o Experience with tablet smartphone (iPad / iPhone preferred but not required) and Windows-based PC
o Basic software skills using Windows Office and web browsers; able to learn new apps and software quickly
Minimum two years of insurance/restoration estimating experience
Preferred:
Bachelors degree in business construction or related field
Physical Requirements:
Pass a fit for duty exam including but not limited to: able to walk sit and stand for long periods of time; work in low crouching or other challenging postures; lift up to 50 pounds work in a respirator work in a Tyvek suit
Able to access and navigate attics and crawlspaces
Able to climb ladders and inspect roofs when necessary
Able to use hand tools and power tools to collect material samples
Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Clear proactive communication in written and spoken English
Working knowledge of mitigation construction and contents job activities
Able to interact with interested parties with utmost professionalism and collaborative spirit
High degree of urgency in serving internal and external customers
Work independently and efficiently as a reliable team member in a deadline-oriented environment
Manage time effectively and adapt schedule to changing priorities
Fearless of working outside the comfort zone strong inclination toward creative problem solving
Adept with technology and able to learn and operate industry-related software
Observant with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
Task-oriented with consistent follow-through
Committed to practicing continuous improvement
Why Our Team Needs You: Our mission is to assist individuals in recovering from disasters such as fires floods and storms. Serving those in their time of need is both a challenging and rewarding career. Empathy and honesty are essential as many homeowners have experienced significant losses and are often emotionally affected. Your role is crucial in building trust-based relationships and contributing to successful project completions as part of our dedicated team.
Please formally apply via this link: Davis is an equal opportunity employer.
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