Disaster Restoration Estimator

About the job Disaster Restoration Estimator Disaster Restoration Estimator New York, NY Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder. This position will be responsible for creating and managing estimates in the commercial and industrial space and is part of our pre-mitigation and preconstruction estimating team. The responsibilities include preparing budgets, estimates and pre-bid packages through Xactimate, ROMS, NTE, Time & Material and other relevant methods. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Produces accurate & timely estimates, by using estimating software such as Xactimate or Symbility, or creating a Rough Order of Magnitude Proficient in utilizing estimating platforms sketch functions Perform job walkthroughs and create a damage assessment Produces project documentation that clearly identifies the building in its current condition and the extent of the damage Works with the project management team to create a project budget & production schedule Assists the project management team with the creation of a Job Hazard Assessment (JHA) Capable of working on several large projects simultaneously Assists the project management team with the creation of change orders to the original scope of work Assists the Project Coordinator with the creation of project invoices Strong communication skills and capable of communicating with clients, insurance carriers, advisors, stake holders and all other involved parties. Works with the Project Manager to maintain schedule and budgets. Must live in the Northeast region of the country and be flexible to travel often frequently and on short notice, in that geographic location and surrounding areas. QUALIFICATIONS: Requires 4-6 years of related experience. Proficient in Xactimate. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the restoration field and reconstruction filed. Proven experience with estimating on large, full-scale projects and construction estimating. General knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel and Outlook). Possession of a valid Drivers License. Flexible to travel. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to climb stairs, scaffold and ladders. Able to crawl through attics and crawlspaces as needed. Ability to bend, squat, lift frequently and lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted. Be available 24/7/365 to handle any emergency when necessary WORK ENVIRONMENT: May occasionally work in temperatures above 100 degrees or below 32 degrees. May occasionally work on slippery or uneven surfaces. Noise level in the work environment is frequently loud. Must work in environments such as smoke, wind, water, Category 2 and 3 water, and fire. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Hiring Companies ATS Questions): 1. Do you have experience estimating large-loss commercial projects in disaster restoration Do you have experience performing estimates in Xactimate, Do you have knowledge and ability to navigate New York City and New Jersey Are you comfortability being on-call at any time 5. Are you experience working independently or with a small team, experience travelling from site to site - Nice to Have: 6. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

Created: 2024-11-02