Estimator Construction Services

Chicago, IL, United States

Job description

Position: Estimator Construction Services

Reports To: Reconstruction Manager

What does an Estimator with Paul Davis do?

* Creates and submits estimates to adjusters and homeowners for approval* Take pride in completing accurate estimates* Be empathetic and show a sense of urgency while communicating with adjusters and our customers

Why Join the Team? Paul Davis is an industry leader in restoration and reconstruction for insurance providers and commercial properties throughout the United States and Canada. We are growing locally and have career opportunities for individuals who want purpose out of their work. We love creating an opportunity for our team members, providing industry training, and giving Estimators the opportunity to become experts in the field through certifications and Paul Davis University.

Built upon principles of customer service, dynamic decision-making, and leadership, we have the tools to continue our rapid growth. Our team puts emphasis into living our Vision, Mission and Values to be more than just a service provider.

Values: Deliver what you promise. Respect the individual. Have pride in what you do. Practice continuous improvement.

Vision: To provide extraordinary care while serving people in their time of need.

Mission: To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results.

Why the Team Needs You? Serving others after a disaster has struck their property is not easy. Everyone within Paul Davis needs to have a world-class work ethic, serious attention to detail and love to help people. It is challenging to make customers happy when faced with a traumatic event, but you will love being an Estimator if you take pride in your work and have fun while working with others. You will be practicing continuous improvement every day as you work to improve performance of your projects!

Qualifications (Requirements):

* Desire to join a world-class team* Is self-motivated* Excellent prioritization and time management skills* Works well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment* Foster a positive attitude with team, adjusters, and homeowners* Thrives under high stress situations* Is willing to work hard and do what it takes to get the job completed* Quick turnaround of estimates without sacrificing quality* Dedication to customer service* Ability to lead others from diverse backgrounds* Fluent in English (Spanish speaking a plus)* Clean criminal background check* Ability to pass a drug test* Valid driver's license with a clean record* Ability to work 40+ hours per week including some nights/weekends and overtime, if needed* Available 24/7 during CAT Event, if needed* Desire to continually learn new things

Role on the Team (Job Responsibilities):

* Contact homeowners and schedule appointments to sketch home/business* Photograph homes/businesses with Matterport 3D Camera and upload photos to their profiles* Sketch and measure parts of homes occasionally not detected by the camera (pencil, paper, laser measure)* Create an estimate for work to be done using Xactimate Software* Upload customer information into Xactimate, XactAnalysis, RMS, MICCA, etc.* Communicate with adjusters and property owners on a regular basis* Be the "Owner" of RMS: update status of all jobs and verify for accuracy* Ensure RMS Compliance Tasks are completed in timely manner* Proactive communication across the board from adjusters to PDR team* Work with Project Managers to monitor job costs* Jobsite security and safety* Issue resolution - be the point for adjusters if they have any questions and/or concerns and resolve issues in effective and timely manner.* Swiftly take the lead in CAT Events: answer calls, accept new jobs and schedule site visits* Focus and dedication to providing excellent customer service.* Communicate and respond to customers, adjusters, and PDR team in a timely manner* Be accessible by phone and participate, as necessary, in the on-call schedule.* Be a great representative of our brand!

Team Compensation and Benefits:

* Leadership Development - our company grows from the inside. If you are determined and motivated enough, ask about participation in our leadership development initiative to grow your career and explore new opportunities* Paid training* Medical, dental and vision insurance* Great culture and team dynamic* Annual salary commensurate with experience* Annual bonus and incentive plan based upon total amount of reconstruction estimates written per year.

Position Requirements

Education: 2-year Technical Degree Preferred or Equivalent Experience

Experience: 5+ yrs. Experience (preferred) in restoration industry as an Estimator

Licenses & Certifications:

* Valid Driver's License (At all times).* Xactimate Certifications, a plus

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

* Speak well, politely, and appropriately.* Outgoing and upbeat personality skills* Positive attitude* Knowledge in the insurance industry and how insurance claim process operates* Knowledgeable in swiftly handling CAT Events* Ability to read, interpret, and communicate oral and written instructions (i.e., work orders)* Ability to keep an eye out for safety on job sites* Ability to plan, organize, and juggle multiple estimates at once* Ability to provide accurate and capture all billable line items for estimates* Ability to adapt to changing job demands* Efficient in RMS, Xactimate, XactAnalysis, Outlook, Excel* Excellent Customer Service skills.

Please apply if you have what it takes to serve others and deliver a world-class service when others need it the most. We are looking forward to discussing this opportunity with you.

We support and hire Veterans and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

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