| Location | Exton, Pennsylvania |
Location: Exton, PA | Full-Time
Are you an experienced restoration estimator who knows how to assess property damage, develop accurate estimates, and help bring homes and businesses back to life?
Our Client, an established industry leader in property restoration and reconstruction, is seeking a Senior Estimator to join its growing team in Exton, PA.
This is an excellent opportunity for a restoration professional who enjoys taking ownership of projects, working directly with insurance adjusters and property owners, and managing the estimating process from initial damage assessment through reconstruction.
You'll join an organization that values your expertise, invests in your professional development, and provides the resources, technology, and support to help you succeed.
Career Growth: Join an established industry leader with opportunities for professional advancement.
Investment in Your Success: Company-sponsored advanced Xactimate training and certifications.
Project Variety: Work on residential, commercial, and industrial restoration projects involving water, fire, smoke, mold, and structural damage.
Autonomy & Ownership: Take the lead on estimates, project scopes, budgets, and client relationships.
Strong Team Environment: Collaborate with experienced restoration professionals who take pride in delivering quality work.
Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive insurance coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off, and more.
As a Senior Estimator, you'll play an important role in evaluating property losses, developing accurate restoration estimates, and helping ensure projects are completed successfully.
Your responsibilities will include:
Inspect residential and commercial property losses and develop detailed scopes of work.
Prepare accurate estimates using Xactimate, including sketches, measurements, material quantities, and labor costs.
Estimate both mitigation and reconstruction, including water extraction, structural drying, demolition, remediation, repairs, and rebuilding.
Work closely with insurance adjusters, property owners, consultants, and internal project teams.
Review project budgets, negotiate scopes, and manage estimate revisions and change orders.
Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and field teams to support successful project execution.
Ensure estimates comply with applicable building codes, insurance requirements, and industry standards.
Build and maintain strong relationships with insurance professionals and local referral partners.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
We're looking for an experienced estimator who understands the unique demands of the property restoration industry and can confidently estimate both the mitigation and reconstruction phases of a loss.
Required Qualifications:
Hands-on property restoration estimating experience involving BOTH mitigation and reconstruction is essential.
Minimum of 3 years of estimating experience in restoration, reconstruction, or a closely related field.
Strong working knowledge of Xactimate, including Sketch, with Level 1 and Level 2 certification and intermediate training.
Experience estimating residential losses exceeding $50,000 and commercial losses up to $100,000.
Understanding of water, fire, smoke, mold, and other property damage restoration processes.
Knowledge of construction materials, labor costs, building codes, and insurance estimating practices.
Strong communication, negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple estimates, deadlines, and client relationships.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating software.
Important: This position requires direct experience in property restoration. Candidates with estimating experience exclusively in new construction or general contracting, without mitigation and restoration estimating experience, will not meet the core requirements of this role.
Our Client offers a competitive compensation package along with benefits designed to support your professional and personal well-being.
Competitive compensation based on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Company-paid professional development and advanced Xactimate certifications
If you're a skilled restoration estimator looking for an opportunity to grow with an established company that recognizes your experience and invests in your future, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your restoration estimating career!
Our Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an inclusive and professional work environment.
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