Restoration Estimator
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Construction
Building Maintenance, Construction Labor / Trades, Building & Residential Construction -
Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, Construction Labor / Trades, Building & Residential Construction
Job Title
Restoration Estimator
BenefitsCompetitive salary Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off
At Paul Davis of Pittsburgh, we believe that great work starts with great people - and that's exactly what you'll find here. When you join Paul Davis, you become part of a workplace that genuinely cares about its employees - both on and off the job site. If you're looking for more than just a job - if you want a career with purpose, a team that feels like family, and a company that invests and cares about YOU - Paul Davis is the place to build your future.
OverviewRestoration Estimators work with owners, adjusters, and Project Managers after traumatic events such as a fire or flood to repair damage to residential and commercial property. As a RE, you will build relationships with insurance professionals and communicate with property owners the expectations to build the structure back to its original form.
Team Compensation and BenefitsCompetitive salary (between $70,000-$85,000 based on experience) Health insurance Paid holidays (7 paid holidays) Paid time off (13 PTO days to start) Use of company issued vehicle during working hours Leadership development and training opportunities to advance your career
Role on the Team (Job Functions)- Write detailed restoration estimates using Xactimate and Symbility
- Prepare estimates for both restoration projects and remodeling projects
- Clearly communicate expectations with project manager and adjuster, onsite as needed
- Perform on-site inspections to develop an accurate scope of work
- Communicate with insurance adjusters regarding pricing, scope, and revisions
- Document with photos, measurements, and detailed notes to support estimates
- Ensure estimates comply with insurance carrier guidelines and industry standards
- Minimum of 5 years experience writing estimates for restoration projects (resulting from fire and water damage) and remodeling projects
- Strong proficiency in Xactimate and Symbility is a must
- Experience working with insurance carriers and adjusters
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to manage multiple projects and work independently
- Highly organized and professional
Working Conditions and
Physical Requirements:
The physical environment requires the employee to work all types of both indoor and outdoor conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment, having ability to stand or walk, occasionally bending, squatting, climbing stairs and lifting up to 50 pounds. You must also have a valid drivers license, and consent to a background check. Paul Davis is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Since 1966, Paul Davis has been an industry leader in the areas of property damage mitigation, reconstruction and remodeling. With more than 370 offices in our franchise network, the company serves residential, institutional, and commercial customers and clients across the United States and Canada. We have built our heritage one project at a time, establishing a reputation for performance, integrity and responsibility among customers and carriers alike.
Whether property damage is caused by water, fire, smoke, storms or other disasters, we deliver on our promise to deliver excellence, expertise and a customer experience that is second to none. At Paul Davis, our passion for quality drives everything we do.
To Provide Extraordinary Care While Serving People In Their Time Of Need.
Our ValuesDeliver What You Promise Respect The Individual Have Pride In What You Do Practice Continuous Improvement
Our MissionTo provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results
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