Estimator - Executive General

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The General Estimator position is the fourth level in our Estimating track. This position will be responsible for creating and managing estimates and work in the residential, commercial, and industrial lines of business. It will meet with clients, develop quality and competitive estimates using Xactimate software, manage work through completion, review budgets, and communicate progress with clients and management. General Estimators serve large loss insurance adjustors, brokers, and commercial clients;

their territory expands to a large regional area with some national clientele. GE's respond to regional and potentially CAT situations for their clients.

• Complete multi‑sketches with multi‑levels and/or roof sketches with accuracy
• Create accurate scopes with very few over/under scopes
• Create accurate floor plans and multi‑level/roof sketches in Xactimate Sketch
• Have working knowledge of applicable building codes
• Create and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages as they appear
• Use the BELFOR naming convention for estimates, revised estimates, proposals, change orders, etc.
• Demonstrate 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 BELFOR University – Basic Xactimate training as part of preparation to pass Estimator Level 2 or 3 user certification test (score required 85%)
• Independently manage own work
• Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections; keep vehicles in a clean, serviceable condition
• Complete all accident, injury & incident reporting forms timely
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Assist in development and continuous improvement efforts to establish Belfor USA Group, Inc as worldwide class
• Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards

• Expand and maintain local area clientele; primarily insurance adjustors but may include community business owners, schools, and municipalities. General Estimator book of business is approximately $4M–$8M.
• Serve as primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultants
• Identify and accurately scope and estimate unique site‑specific conditions and requirements
• Develop scope, negotiate, and agree on terms with customers
• Use BELFOR standard formatting for estimates
• Accurate estimates of all trades using line items in the estimating programs
• 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.)
• Act professionally and courteously at all times; proactively convey information and respond promptly to requests for information
• Comprehensive understanding of customer service principles and practices
• Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
• Attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people’s property and information
• Attend BELFOR‑sponsored operations and safety training courses as required

• 3+ years’ experience in Construction, Restoration or Contents Estimating
• Residential estimating experience exceeding $50,000 and Commercial estimating experience exceeding $100,000
• Successful completion of BELFOR Estimating Platform Level 2 user certification
• Successful completion of Advanced Xactimate training class in preparation for Estimating Platform Level 3 user certification (score 90% national rate)
• English literacy and fluency
• Understanding of MSDS data sheets and applicability to jobs
• Use BELFOR 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 interactions with co‑workers and vendors

• Frequent lifting over 50 lbs unassisted; sitting for extended periods of time
• Manual dexterity for keyboarding and other repetitive tasks
• Ability to bend, crouch, or stand as necessary

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