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 Roles and Responsibilities

Customer Satisfaction

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.

Project Initiation

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.

Project Planning

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

Necessary Experience and Skill Set

2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience
Superb customer service track record
Effective written and oral communication
Advanced math skills
Proficient use of Xactimate™ estimating software
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Team Player
Must have a good driving record

Formal Education/Training

BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field preferred but not required

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 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week. 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.

Compensation: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Picture yourself here fulfilling your potential.

At SERVPRO^®, you can make a positive difference in people’s lives each and every day! We’re seeking self-motivated, proactive, responsible, and service-oriented teammates to join us in our mission of helping customers in their greatest moments of need by repairing and restoring homes and businesses with an industry-leading level of service. With nearly 2,000 franchises all over the country, finding exciting and rewarding SERVPRO^® career opportunities near you is easy! We look forward to hearing from you.

All employees of a SERVPRO® Franchise are hired by, employed by, and under the sole supervision and control of an independently owned and operated SERVPRO® Franchise. SERVPRO® Franchise employees are not employed by, jointly employed by, agents of, or under the supervision or control of Servpro Franchisor, LLC, in any manner whatsoever.

(if you already have a resume on Indeed)