CONSTRUCTION STRUCTURAL ESTIMATOR at SERVPRO — Franklin, NC
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Benefits
- Health insurance
- Training & development
- Competitive salary
Construction Structural Estimator (Xactimate Required)
SERVPRO is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Construction Estimator to support our reconstruction operations. This role serves as a key liaison between insureds/client, field teams, office staff, and insurance carriers, ensuring accurate project scoping, estimating, and documentation in compliance with industry standards.
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, and experienced in Xactimate estimating, with a strong understanding of residential construction. Commercial construction experience is a plus but is not required. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in accuracy and customer service, this is an excellent opportunity to grow with a leading restoration and reconstruction company.
Key Responsibilities
- Create accurate and timely construction estimates using Xactimate pricing estimate software in accordance with insurance carrier guidelines (Symbility experience a plus).
- Review and interpret job scopes, photos, measurements, and supporting documentation from field teams.
- Develop detailed reconstruction estimates including structural repairs, finishes, and code upgrades.
- Monitor job file progress, including work-in-progress (WIP), estimate revisions, and approvals.
- Prepare and maintain complete job file documentation for internal review and insurance audits.
- Communicate effectively with Clients/Insureds, Project Managers, subcontractors, and insurance adjusters.
- Assist with estimate supplements, revisions, and negotiations with carriers.
- Ensure all estimates align with project scope, local building codes, and company standards.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure projects move efficiently from estimate to completion.
Position Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required, additional education in construction management or related field preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of construction estimating experience.
- Proficiency in Xactimate estimating software.
- Strong understanding of residential and/or commercial construction methods and materials.
- Familiarity with insurance claims and reconstruction processes (preferred).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple estimating projects in a fast-paced environment.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for communicating with customers and industry professionals on a daily basis and create documentation and validation of work.
- Ability to read and interpret construction scopes and documentation.
- Problem-solving mindset with a high level of accuracy.
- Strong customer service and professionalism.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and on a team.
- Deadlines are imposed upon our work with strict timelines, must be able to flourish in this fast-paced industry
Physical Demands / Work Environment
- Driving to and from jobsites, accessing all portions of resindental structures frequently, occasionally in attics and crawlspaces.
- Safe use of ladder with NO PHYSICAL RESTRICTIONS to access roofs required.
- Safe ability to access crawlspaces with NO PHYSICAL RESTRICTIONS required.
- Safe ability to access attics with NO PHYSICAL RESTRICTIONS required.
- Lifting, bending, and standing with NO PHYSICAL RESTRICTIONS required.
- Ability to pass a background check in accordance with applicable laws.
Schedule
- Full-time position: Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Flexibility may be required based on project demands.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive, industry-leading salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays.
- 100% employer-paid Health insurance. Vision and Dental policies available for self pay.
- 100% employer-paid Life insurance.
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development within SERVPRO.