Mitigation Estimator

Experienced Restoration Project Estimator

SERVPRO of Charles County in the Waldorf / White Plains, Maryland area, is seeking an experienced Restoration Project Estimator to play a key role in our Water and Fire Damage Mitigation & Mold Remediation Department. Our core services include property damage clean-up, and restoration / repair of all manner of property damage for homes that have suffered events such as fire / smoke damage, water / sewage damage, and mold or other biohazards. SERVPRO's mission is to help people put their personal lives back together after a catastrophic event. We are in search of a high-integrity individual to join our dynamic team.

The Residential Fire / Water / Mold Mitigation Project Estimator prepares estimates on the Xactimate property claims estimating system to calculate costs for property damage mitigation and repair. This includes creating detailed 3D views, floor plans, and diagrams of damaged areas using sketch tools, such as DocuSketch, to visualize the extent of the damage and the necessary work; providing cost data for materials and labor, helping to ensure estimates are accurate and up-to-date; and helping to manage the claims process.

Personal qualities include a confident, friendly disposition; good organizer of priorities and people; excels in a team-oriented work environment; coachable and loves learning and expanding your technical knowledge; dependable self-starter who takes initiative to get things done; ability to perform, adapt and thrive in quickly changing circumstances; compassionate "people person," focus on delivering excellent customer service; takes pride in helping other people.

Primary responsibilities include developing scope of work for projects and building estimates; negotiating customer and / or client approval of project scope and estimate; scheduling crews and resources to provide service on active projects; coordinating and overseeing the production of services with crews and subcontractors; documenting and / or reviewing job files to support the services provided; maintaining communication with internal and external stakeholders; managing production expenses; managing equipment and materials (assets); following and overseeing safe work practices to OSHA and risk management guidelines.

Mandatory qualifications include experience in scoping and estimating water damage mitigation jobs; experience with the Xactimate estimating program; must be able to commit to working at least 40 hours a week (Mon-Fri) plus work after hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends; minimum of 5 years experience in Fire / Water damage restoration, building maintenance, janitorial, or carpet cleaning; computer literate and quick learner in new applications; must be able to communicate well in English (verbal and written); must have a valid driver's license and eligible for our auto insurance; must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred qualifications and skills include IICRC WRT certification is a plus; experience with DocuSketch is a plus; must have your own transportation to and from work; ability to work with / around cleaning products / chemicals; ability to travel locally and out of state when necessary; possess a valid driver's license in good standing, have no DUI's in last 5 years; ability to successfully pass a background check subject to applicable laws.

Educational requirements include a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent; IICRC WRT certification (preferred).

Salary range is commensurate with experience.