Building Consultant​/General Contractor

About the role

Keystone Building Consultants is seeking experienced professionals in construction, insurance appraisal, or mitigation services to join our team as Building Consultants. This is a flexible, contract‑based opportunity for individuals with a background in general contracting, estimating, or insurance claims, who are ready to act as third‑party experts within the insurance industry.

As a Building Consultant, you will play a critical role in evaluating property damage, preparing professional estimates and reports, and delivering expert insights for insurance carriers, attorneys, and other stakeholders. This position is ideal for those with a hands‑on background in construction, a passion for detail, and the ability to provide objective and comprehensive evaluations.
This is a fully remote, part‑time, 1099 contracted position.

• Receive and respond to assignments promptly, typically scheduling inspections within 24 hours.
• Conduct thorough onsite property inspections (often with engineers) within 7 days of assignment.
• Access rooftops, crawlspaces, and other challenging environments to conduct full evaluations.
• Prepare detailed photo reports, cost estimates (using Xactimate or similar), and written reports within 7 days post‑inspection.
• Collaborate with Keystone’s Managing Building Consultant during the review and approval process, responding within 24 hours of report feedback.
• Occasionally travel to perform CAT (Catastrophe) event evaluations.
• Participate in joint inspections and communicate effectively with policyholders, engineers, and claim adjusters.
• Act as an expert witness when required, and provide credible testimony based on your construction experience.

• Experience in general contracting, construction, home remodeling, mitigation, or related fields.
• Previous or current contractor’s license (if required in your state).
• Hands‑on experience with insurance‑related repairs or claims estimating.
• Proficiency in construction estimating methods, including time & materials and software‑based systems.
• Proficient or familiar with industry software such as:
• Symbility
• Matterport
• Docu Sketch
• Hover
• Prior experience preparing estimates and proposals, including large‑loss projects.
• IICRC certification and/or mitigation contracting experience is a plus.
• Strong written communication skills to produce detailed, professional reports.
• Ability and willingness to travel for field inspections and CAT events.
• Physically capable of conducting inspections, including accessing roofs and crawl spaces.
• Any experience with expert testimony, depositions, or published industry articles is a plus.
• Must be organized, detail‑oriented, and able to meet deadlines.