Construction Estimator in Concord

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Construction Estimator

Location: Winston Salem / Greensboro Area
Company: Large Regional Restoration Company
Compensation: $70,000+ base (depending on experience) + performance incentives

We are hiring a high-performing Construction Estimator to scope, write, and manage estimates for water, fire, mold, and reconstruction projects.

This role is responsible for driving revenue, protecting margin, and keeping jobs moving
. You will inspect losses, build accurate scopes, communicate with adjusters, and ensure all work performed is properly captured and paid.

This is not a desk-only role — you will be in the field and accountable for production-level output.

• Inspect residential and commercial losses and build complete scopes of work
• Write detailed estimates in Xactimate
• Capture all billable work, including:
  • Demo complexity
  • Equipment and drying
  • Content manipulation and labor
  • Containment, protection, and specialty items
• Ensure files are properly documented with:
  • Photos (pre/during/post)
  • Moisture readings and job notes
• Communicate directly with adjusters to:
  • Justify scope
  • Handle revisions and supplements
  • Secure approvals
• Identify and write supplements proactively
• Work closely with operations to ensure:
  • Field execution matches scope
  • Scope changes are captured in real time
• Maintain fast turnaround times and keep jobs moving

• Estimate turnaround time (24–72 hours depending on size)
• Accuracy and completeness of scope
• Supplement capture and total revenue written
• Supporting job profitability (no missed items)
• Moving jobs from inspection to approval to production

• 2+ years estimating in restoration or construction
• Strong proficiency in Xactimate
• Ability to scope mitigation and reconstruction work
• Solid understanding of building materials and jobsite conditions
• Comfortable working in the field and dealing directly with adjusters

• Experience with large or complex losses
• Industry certifications (WRT, ASD, etc.)
• Strong documentation and negotiation skills

• Someone who produces — not just writes estimates
• Comfortable owning jobs from first inspection through approval
• Understands estimating is a revenue-driving role
• Can operate without constant oversight

• Desk-only estimators
• Anyone uncomfortable pushing back on scope or pricing
• Low-output or slow-turnaround performers

• Base salary starting at $70,000+ (depending on experience)
• Performance incentives tied to:
  • Revenue written and collected
  • Supplement volume
  • Speed and accuracy

High volume environment with strong earning potential for the right person. Clear expectations, real accountability, and room to grow into senior or leadership roles.