Commercial Restoration Estimator w/ Xactimate

2 weeks ago

Los Angeles, California, United States gpac Full time
Job Description

This Commercial Restoration Estimator position will be responsible for creating and managing estimates and jobs in the residential, commercial, and industrial lines of business. The successful candidate will be responsible for meeting with clients, developing quality and competitive estimates using Xactimate software, managing work through completion, reviewing budgets, and communicating progress with clients and management.

Key Responsibilities
  • Establish and maintain local area clientele in a 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 Sketch.
  • Have a working knowledge of applicable building codes.
  • Create and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages as they present themselves.
  • Demonstrate a knowledge of all local building codes.
  • Maintain 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 techniques.
  • Be proficient with investigative demolition, controlled demolition, decontamination structure cleaning, and deodorization services.
  • Participate in continued training with the company - Basic Xactimate training as part of preparation for passing Estimator Level 2 or 3 User Certification test, dependent on Estimator role.
  • Independently manage own work.
  • Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain vehicles in a clean serviceable condition.
  • Complete all accident, injury, and incident reporting forms as required timely.
  • Have strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Assist in the development and continuing improvement efforts to establish Belfor USA Group, Inc as World Class in the industry.
  • Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.
Duties
  • Develop and maintain a client book of business dependent on Estimator, Senior Estimator, General Estimator, and Executive General Estimator job requirements.
  • Serve as the primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultants.
  • Scope development, negotiation, and agreements with customers.
  • Use company-standard formatting for estimates.
  • Coordinate after-hours emergency services as directed, including board-ups, water damage, fire and smoke damage, and vandalism.
  • Consistently identify potential site hazards (asbestos, lead paint, mold, etc.).
  • Conduct oneself professionally and with courtesy at all times. Be proactive in conveying information and be immediately responsive to requests for information.
  • Apply industry TPA Program standards and ensure compliance with requirements. Have a comprehensive understanding of customer service principles and practices.
  • Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines.
  • Have attention to detail and a keen sense of safeguarding other people's property and information.
Qualifications
  • Restoration experience is a must.
  • English literacy and fluency.
  • Understanding of MSDS Data sheets and their applicability to jobs.
  • Use the company Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, etc.
  • Extensive customer service experience.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, experience with Xactimate.
  • Professional demeanor and appearance, excellent telephone skills.
  • Ability to work well with others, maintain professional interaction with co-workers and vendors.
Physical Demands
  • Frequent lifting over 50 lbs unassisted.
  • Sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Manual dexterity needed for keyboarding and other repetitive tasks.
  • The ability to bend, crouch, or stand as necessary.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For further information or to apply, contact your local GPAC representative. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused, and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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