Reports To: Construction Manager or Owner
"A mind built for excellence. A spirit built for service."
What does A Reconstruction Estimator with Paul Davis do?
- Communicate with clients and adjusters the scope and expectations for Reconstruction
- Use information provided by field technicians to write estimates (scopes, sketches, docusketch, photos, reports)
- Learn new things daily about scoping and signing construction projects
- Get results and set proper expectations for others
- Have fun and be part of a growing business and community!
Reconstruction Estimators work with owners, adjusters, field techs and Project Managers after traumatic events such as a fire or flood to clean up and repair damage to residential and commercial property. As a Estimator, you will receive information and documentation after property disasters to accurately scope projects and get estimates approved for our mitigation team. You will build relationships with insurance professionals and communicate with property owners the expectations to clean and dry structures.
The Desk Estimator’s primary responsibilities are to create estimates using estimating software, for reconstruction and
emergency services from 3D scans and Project Director scopes. Collaborate with clients to gain estimate and invoice
approval
Why The Team Needs You? Serving others in their time of need is not easy. We will need you to build foundational relationships based on trust, actively listen, and writing estimates for reconstructions. We also want a fun personality that enjoys getting results, and contributing to team growth.
Why Join The Team? We are an industry leader in restoration and reconstruction for insurance providers and commercial properties throughout the United States and Canada. Built upon principles of customer service, dynamic decision-making and leadership, we have the tools to continue our rapid growth. Our team puts emphasis into living our Vision, Mission and Values to be more than just a service provider.
Values: Deliver what you promise. Respect the individual. Have pride in what you do. Practice continuous improvement.
Vision: To provide extraordinary care while serving people in their time of need
Mission: To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results
Team Compensation and Benefits:
- Ongoing Leadership Development Program and industry events
- Access to Paul Davis University and regular training opportunities
- PTO and flexible schedule opportunities for growth.
- Our current estimators yearly pay range from $50,000 to $100,000 depending on their production.
Team Qualifications (Requirements):
- Ability to clearly deliver truth and give certainty when property owners need it most
- Proficient with variety of current technologies (DASH, Xactimate, Symbility, word, excel)
- Career emphasis on learning and continuing education
- Sound planning and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Mitigation estimating experience
Role on the Team (Job Functions):
- Meet operational objectives of: Sales, Gross Margin, Brand Experience
- Track metrics during bi-weekly GS&R such as Net Promoter Score of 60
- Clearly communicate expectations with project manager and adjuster.
- Profitably and accurately write estimates.
- Ensure project completes within profit range and service level agreements are hit
- Participate in the on-call rotation, requiring evening and weekend point of contact for any new losses, as determined by the rotating schedule.
- Establish relationships with business owners, insurance professionals, and TPA's
- Seek partnerships to improve performance of the team
This role will mainly consist of writing and getting estimates approved with information provided by the field team. Onsite project visits will happen occasionally when necessary.
Skills Desired of Team Member:
- Self-motivated to get results
- Loves working people and enjoys estimating software
- Effectively schedules ahead while maintaining flexibility
- Is succinct and professional with written communication
- Enjoys working hard and putting together agreements
- Servants heart to take care of others
Paul Davis is an equal opportunity employer.
Since 1966, Paul Davis has been an industry leader in the areas of property damage mitigation, reconstruction and remodeling. With more than 370 offices in our franchise network, the company serves residential, institutional, and commercial customers and clients across the United States and Canada.
We have built our heritage one project at a time, establishing a reputation for performance, integrity and responsibility among customers and carriers alike. Whether property damage is caused by water, fire, smoke, storms or other disasters, we deliver on our promise to deliver excellence, expertise and a customer experience that is second to none. At Paul Davis, our passion for quality drives everything we do.
Our Vision:
To Provide Extraordinary Care While Serving People In Their Time Of Need.
Our Values:
Deliver What You Promise
Respect The Individual
Have Pride In What You Do
Practice Continuous Improvement
Our Mission:
To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results