What are the responsibilities and job description for the Restoration Estimator -Large Loss position at JENKINS SERVICES GROUP?
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is primarily responsible for estimating large and/or complex construction jobs, negotiating job scopes, and ratifying contract amounts. It is expected that this person builds and maintains relationships with clients. This is a full-time position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Create the written estimate for work in the carrier-preferred estimating software, such as Xactimate or CoreLogic Mobile Claims; or Jenkins preferred estimating method if the job is not insurance related
- Interface with clients and insurance representatives throughout the estimating phase
- Handle full negotiation of project through to estimate approval by insurance carrier or client
- Schedule and execute regular onsite meetings with client and Project Manager Prepare construction contract and coordinate contract ratification
- Assist Project Management team in producing change orders and supplements
- All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or GED required; 2 years of construction estimating experience; equivalent combination of education and experience
- Restoration industry experience preferred
- Basic math skills (equivalent to those needed at a GED level)
- Regularly required to climb roofs, crawl into confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces, which includes being able to carry a 28 ladder from their truck and setting it up at the roof line of the associated property
- Excellent customer service and communication skills using English language
- Great attitude, trustworthy, dependable, and a pleasant personality
- Able to pass a background check, driving record check, and regular employee drug screenings