We pride ourselves on hiring the best candidates to join First Priority Restoration and are passionate about our team, our culture, and our services. First Priority Restoration is seeking the most talented, driven, and professional individuals who want to grow their careers, be a part of a supportive team and have the passion to succeed.
The Project Estimator is an intricate part of our overall infrastructure. This is a very interactive position that will regularly work with all members of the sales and operations teams to drive accurate, timely, and competitive proposals. Expertise with insurance-related estimating and Xactimate is a must. Experience with Symbility, T&M, and RFP's/RFQ's is a plus.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Estimating:
•Create scope notes, sketches, and photos of individual jobs.
•Review all data and prepare estimates for review by field staff and supervisors as required.
•Create RFP's/RFQ's submittals to/for clients when required.
•Assist in determining subcontractors to include in the bidding process if needed.
•Adhere to guidelines for Compliance and Profitability.
•Assist with budget training and a better buyout process.
•Review estimates and subcontractor proposals for accuracy/precision.
•Schedule inspections in a timely manner.
•Provide full estimating on all types of repair/restoration projects (large, small, complex, hard bid, negotiated) and help train, support, and mentor sales and estimating teams.
•Assist in buyout process and budget set-up with Production Team.
•Stay apprised of current construction market conditions.
•Ability to travel for Catastrophe Work as needed.
•Other duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned.
Project Management:
•Develop project plans and schedules, including resource allocation and task assignments.
•Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure the timely completion of projects.
•Monitor project progress and identify potential issues, developing and implementing solutions as necessary.
•Ensure that projects are completed within budget and to the client's satisfaction.
•Communicate project status to clients and stakeholders, including progress updates and any potential issues.
•Maintain accurate and detailed project records, including budget and expenses.
•Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients and partners.
•Provide leadership and direction to project teams, ensuring that all team members are aware of project goals and objectives.
•Continuously improve project management processes and procedures.
COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
•Strong attention to detail.
•Ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment.
•Ability to establish relationships and build trust throughout the organization.
•Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
•Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively, including the ability to multitask. and work in an environment with changing priorities.
•Superior verbal and written communication skills.
•Ability to manage conflict and facilitate successful outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS:
•5+ years of construction estimating experience required, Insurance Restoration Estimating a must.
•Ability to prepare estimates with minimal supervision.
•Able to estimate all types of projects and contracts (hard bid, negotiated, and paper napkin bid), plus able to coordinate and supervise group work efforts.
•Organized and detailed with proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple residential and complex residential/commercial/healthcare/hospitality construction projects.
•Possess a basic understanding of construction codes and generally accepted business practices.
•Applicable mathematical skills.
•Proficient with building/estimating techniques and software.
•Current driver’s license required.
COMPENSATION:
This position with First Priority Restoration offers a competitive base salary, the use of industry-leading technology, comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), life and disability insurance, a 401(k), 9 paid holidays, PTO/Sick Days and Company Vehicle or Allowance.
First Priority Restoration is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year, plus aggressive bonus & commission structure with potential to make over 100k per year.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Compensation Package:
Schedule:
License/Certification:
•Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
•Toledo, OH 43617 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
•Toledo, OH 43617: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person