Job Description

We are seeking to fill an immediate position for Mitigation and Reconstruction Estimator
/PurposeExecute the timely, accurate, and profitable estimation of property losses. Help close and retain customers by promptly responding to requests for estimates on property damage, effectively communicating the organization’s capabilities while maintaining the highest levels of customer care. Must have at least 5 years in Xactimate estimate writing. * Symbility experience desired.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect and scope projects in a timely fashion.

• Use software to estimate residential and commercial water, fire, win and mold restoration projects.

• Coordinate estimates and communicate with subcontractors.

• Create accurate and profitable job estimates.

• Prepare written proposals.

• Develop list of materials and equipment needed for projects.

• Obtain pricing for materials.

• Obtain bids from subcontractors.

• Completed estimates will be forwarded to the customer within four (4) business days of the property inspection.

• Communicate with customers; set realistic expectations.

• Maintain project files.

• Attend customer-related functions. Network with customers to help generate new business.

• Build and maintain relationships with claims adjusters and contractors.

• Close business – obtain customer commitment.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, and government requirements

• All expenditures for job-related materials will be accounted for in the project file

• Attend departmental and company meetings as required

• Inform immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items or computer database

Decision Rights and Authority

• Determine project scope and estimated cost for restoration jobs

• Close jobs by obtaining customer agreement to the defined project scope and cost

Working Relationships and Scope

• All adjustments, modifications, and corrections will be evidenced in writing and maintained in good order. They will be presented to the manager for review

• Estimates that exceed $ 8,000 will be brought to the manager for review prior to presentation to the customer

• Only company-approved vendors and subcontractors will be used

Performance Competencies

• Customer Service – The individual responds promptly to customer’s needs, effectively explains processes and equipment that will be used, solicits customer feedback to improve service, gains customer approval through signed Work Authorization, and maintains confidentiality.

• Oral Communication – The individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.

• Written Communication – The individual edits work for spelling and grammar and is able to read and interpret written information.

• Planning and Organizing – The individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently.

• Quality – The individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors his/her own work to ensure quality.

• Adaptability – The individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and is able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.

• Dependability – The individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.

• Safety and Security – The individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.

• Technology – The individual uses typical communication devices to effectively speed communication and appropriately utilizes company-approved estimating software, customer contact management, standard word processing, and spreadsheet software tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy of work performed.

Compensation: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

At Rainbow International® Restoration we’re helping families out when disaster strikes, turning their damaged houses back into homes. Our franchisees are looking for qualified people seeking to do what it takes to restore the customers property. Does the sound of that excite you? Then seeking a career with an independently owned and operated Rainbow International® franchise might be the place for you. Because for our family, this isn’t just a job, it’s a calling.

Notice

Rainbow International LLC is the franchisor of the Rainbow International Restoration® franchised system. Each Rainbow International Restoration® franchised location is independently-owned and operated by an independent franchisee performing services. As a service to its independent franchisees, Rainbow International LLC lists employment opportunities available throughout the franchised network so those employment opportunities may be conveniently found by interested parties at one central location for brand management purposes only. Rainbow International LLC is NOT the employer seeking help. The only employer is the independent franchisee who has listed its available positions on this website.

*Acknowledgement

I acknowledge that each independent Rainbow International Restoration® franchisee hires and determines the terms and conditions of employment for its own employees. Any employment benefits, compensation and employment practices vary by location. Neither Rainbow International LLC (“Franchisor”) nor its affiliates have the power to: (1) hire, fire or modify the employment condition of franchisee’s employees; (2) supervise and control franchisee’s employee work schedule or conditions of employment; (3) determine the rate and method of payment; or (4) accept, review or maintain franchisee employment records. Rainbow International LLC is NOT the employer and/or joint employer for: (i) any of the job opportunities listed on this website; (ii) any of the independent franchisees; and, (iii) any of the employees of the independent franchisees.