Construction Estimator/ Insurance claims Specialist - Lancaster, United States - SERVPRO of Lancaster East

Description

Job Description

Job DescriptionBenefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Summary
The Construction Estimator is responsible for managing a wide range of functions necessary to successfully obtain, bid, and price construction projects. They are responsible for ensuring an accurate scope of work is created, delivering a consistent and complete estimate, and maintaining a high quality of service in all dealings with customers, clients, and resource providers involved in construction services.


Primary Responsibilities
Establish customer relationship for construction services

Educate customer on the construction process

Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes

Ensure that estimates meet client requirements

Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project

Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for construction projects

Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate

Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades

Work with Construction Manager to price bid items, if needed

Identify and document finalized project scope of work

Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimate (i.e., Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.)

Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates

Deliver and communicate estimate to Construction Manager


Education and Experience Requirements
BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field preferred

2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience

Superb customer service

Effective written and oral communication
Proficient use of Xactimate estimating software
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Team Player

Physical and Work Environment Requirements
Walking and/or standing throughout the day

Frequent driving and sitting

Occasionally climbing ladders

The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme conditions such as heat

The noise level at individual jobsites can be loud


Normal Working Hours, Additional Working Hours, and Travel Requirements
This is a full-time position, working hours varying between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., MondayFriday, 40 hours per week minimum. This position frequently requires long hours, working on-call, and weekend work. Travel is required and is primarily local. However, some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

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