What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Estimator position at ATI Restoration, LLC?
Job Summary
The Project Estimator position will work closely with insurance companies, insurance adjusters, clients, customers, and all other parties involved in claims, to produce accurate estimates and determine appropriate plans to get the affected loss back to pre-loss condition as quickly as possible.
Responsibilities
- Works with ATI operations, sales, marketing and management to operationally manage reconstruction projects following fire or water damage, mold, hurricanes, tornadoes and other natural disasters.
- Manages multiple projects simultaneously over a multi-location region.
- Develops marketing strategies and activities that will drive business and maintain client book of business.
- Establishes and maintains client relationships as well as relationships with insurance adjusters and claim representatives in order to cultivate existing accounts, blossom existing accounts, and gain future accounts.
- Utilizes Xactimate software to estimate residential and commercial water, fire, wind, and mold restoration projects, including the reconstruction.
- Handles all estimating inquires for the team and demonstrate a high level of problem resolution and technical assistance.
- Negotiates restoration services and insurance claims settlements.
- Writes scope of work for water damage emergencies and mold remediation.
- Reads blueprints and architectural drawings and be able to develop detailed estimates and scope of works from these documents.
- Develops estimates pursuant to ATI estimating standards, including the creation of accurate floor plans in Xactimate.
- Produces complete and accurate estimate including subcontractor solicitation, quantity survey, and accurate pricing.
- Reviews completed files for profitability and accuracy of the original scope of work.
- Submits estimates in a timely manner determined by company requirements.
- Supports the project managers to provide estimates on change orders for current projects.
- Provides technical explanations to clients, adjusters, consultants, and others
- Prepares all budgets and schedules for assigned jobs.
- Works closely with management team to ensure successful completion of assigned jobs.
- Completes final invoices within 24 hours of project completion.
- Updates status of jobs within company software program.
- Attends all appropriate company meetings.
- Attends ATI sponsored operations and safety training courses.
- Additional duties required as needed.
Required Experience
- 2 Years Industry Experience
Limitations and Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company. In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.
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