Description
Insurance Restoration ESTIMATOR/PROJECT MANAGER
BROADCO is a general contractor specializing in Property Restoration and Reconstruction as a result of fire, wind, water damage, and other event-driven disasters, providing complete project management for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000 - $90,000 per year
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
• Must be available for "on call" rotation (after hours) as needed, respond to leads in a timely manner, and order "Emergency Services" if required
• Write an estimate of damage in Xactimate, Proposal, or ROM to submit in a timely manner, and write change orders, revise estimates, and addenda as needed
• Get signatures from customers on Work Authorization, specifications, and/or proposals
• Lead and oversee construction and/or restoration projects from beginning to end. Monitor and meet scheduled deadlines and critical dates
• Determine and define project scope, schedule, and budget. Manage costs in order to meet the budget and make sure supplies are ordered and delivered according to the schedule
• Create status reports daily and/or weekly, with change orders, progress to deadlines, and challenges/roadblocks. Track time and material logs
• Manage and monitor safety regulations and ensure that the project staff is in compliance
• Obtain necessary permits, approvals, and other regulatory prerequisites. Ensure all appropriate permits and licensing are acquired for the work site(s), and all building codes are met
• When the project is complete, prepare the billing and submit it
• Follow up on payment for assigned jobs
• Other duties as assigned
Communication
• Communicate with your team players to keep files up to date
• Maintain a relationship with customers and all parties involved throughout the project
• Work with property management, coordinators, and the insurance company for approvals
• Work with subcontractors, engineers, architects, adjusters, and consultants in a professional manner
Qualifications
• Experience in estimating and/or project management in the restoration and/or construction industry. Prefer Xactimate estimating software experience or other similar estimating software
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction, engineering, architecture, and insurance coverage principles
• Must possess business acumen and the ability to manage budgets, estimate costs, and manage gross margin
• High degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions
• Comfortable reading and understanding blueprints and drawings
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, delegation, and follow-up skills
• Possession of a current state driver's license with a clear driving record
• Successful completion of a background check (no criminal convictions for violent offenses or loss of property)
• General knowledge in the daily use of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook), including MS Project
• Ability to navigate the internet to research supplier and product info, pricing, etc
• Estimating/ Project Management: 3 years (Required)
• Xactimate: 1 year (Required)
• Construction/Restoration: 5 years (Preferred)
