Estimator, Construction

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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 jobs in the residential, commercial, and industrial lines of business. It involves meeting with clients, developing quality and competitive estimates using Xactimate software, managing work through completion, reviewing budgets and communicating progress with clients and management. General Estimator's clientele includes large loss insurance adjustors, brokers and commercial clients.

Territory expands to a large regional area with some national clientele, and responding to regional and potentially CAT situations for their clients.

• Must be able to 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 present themselves.
• 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 for passing Estimator Level 2, 3 User Certification test. Score required for consideration is 85 %.
• Independently manage own work.
• Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections, keeping vehicles in a clean, serviceable condition.
• Complete all accident, injury & incident reporting forms as required in a timely manner.
• Have strong analytical, quantitative and problem‑solving skills.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Participate in continuing education to advance career in payroll and ensure compliance with most up‑to‑date regulations.
• 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.

• Expand and maintain local area clientele to refer losses. Clientele is primarily insurance adjusters but may also include community business owners, schools and municipalities. General Estimator book of business is approximately $4 M – $8 M.
• Serve as primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultants.
• Identify and accurately scope and estimate unique site‑specific conditions and requirements.
• Scope development, negotiation and agreements with customers.
• Use BELFOR standard formatting estimates.
• Provide 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.).
• Conduct oneself professionally and with courtesy at all times; be proactive in conveying information and immediately responsive to requests for information.
• Comprehensive understanding of customer service principles and practice. 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 plus years’ experience in Construction, Restoration or Contents Estimating.
• Residential estimating experience in excess of $50 000 and Commercial estimating experience in excess of $100 000.
• Successful completion of BELFOR Estimating Platform Level 2 user certification.
• Successful completion…