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New Hampshire Staffing

Mitigation and Construction Estimator

New Hampshire Staffing, Concord, New Hampshire, United States, 03306

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General Estimator

Compensation and Benefits: BELFOR and BELFOR Franchise Group (BFG) offer competitive pay and a wide range of benefit options including, but not limited to, 401(k) with match, medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, and paid time off. Position Overview: The General Estimator position is the fourth level in our Estimating track. This position will be responsible for creating and managing estimates and jobs in the residential, commercial, and industrial lines of business. This position will be responsible for meeting with clients, developing quality and competitive estimates using Xactimate software, managing work through completion, reviewing budgets, and communicating progress with clients and management. General Estimator's clientele shifts to large loss insurance adjustors, brokers, and commercial clients. Territory expands to a large regional area with some national clientele. GE's respond to regional and potentially CAT situations for their clients. Responsibilities

Must be able to complete multi-sketches with multi-levels and/or roof sketches with accuracy. Create accurate scopes, very few over/under scopes. Create accurate floor plans and multi-level/roof sketches in Xactimate Sketch. Must have working knowledge of applicable building codes. Create and adhere to acceptable budgets and address overages as they present themselves. Required to use the BELFOR naming convention for estimates, revised estimates, proposals, change orders, etc. Must demonstrate a knowledge of all local building codes. Maintain a construction schedule and work with trades and management to ensure work is completed on time. Identify and present solutions when additional resources are needed. Demonstrate proficiency with source removal, decontamination, mitigation, containment, ventilation, contents, and deodorization techniques. Proficient with investigative demolition, controlled demolition, decontamination structure cleaning, and deodorization services. Participate in continued training with BELFOR University -- Basic Xactimate training as part of preparation for passing Estimator Level, 2, or 3 User Certification test, dependent on Estimator role. Independently manages own work. Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain vehicles in a clean serviceable condition. Complete all accident, injury, and incident reporting forms as required timely. Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Participate in continuing education to advance career in payroll and ensure compliance with most up to date regulations. Assist in the development and continuing improvement efforts to establish Belfor USA Group, Inc as World Class in the industry. Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards. Requirements

Must expand and maintain local area clientele in position to refer losses. Clientele is primarily insurance adjusters but may also include community business owners, schools, and municipalities. General Estimator book of business is approximately $4M - $8M. Serve as primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultants. Must be able to identify and accurately scope and estimate unique site-specific conditions and requirements. Scope development, negotiation, and agreements with customers. Uses BELFOR standard in formatting estimates. Accurate estimates of all trades using line items in the estimating programs. Coordinate after hours emergency services as directed, including board-ups, water damage, fire and smoke damage, and vandalism. Consistently identify potential site hazards (asbestos, lead paint, mold, etc.) Must conduct oneself professionally and with courtesy at all times. Must be proactive conveying information and be immediately responsive to requests for information. Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles, and practice. Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines. Attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people's property and information. Attend BELFOR sponsored operations and safety training courses as required. Qualifications

3 plus years' experience in Construction, Restoration or Contents Estimating. Residential estimating experience in excess of $50,000 and Commercial estimating experience in excess of $100,000. Successful completion of BELFOR Estimating Platform Level 2 user certification. Successful completion of Advanced Xactimate training class in preparation for Estimating platform level 3 User Certification test with a score of 90% National rate and Material invoicing experience. English literacy and fluency. Understanding of MSDS Data sheets, and applicability to jobs. Must use the BELFOR Estimate Format Standards for Xactimate estimates, proposals, etc. Extensive Customer Service experience. Advanced Microsoft offices skills, experience with Xactimate. Professional demeanor and appearance, excellent telephone skills. Ability to work well with others, maintain professional interaction with co-workers and vendors. Physical Demands

Frequent lifting over 50 lbs unassisted. Sitting for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity needed for keyboarding and other repetitive tasks. The ability to bend, crouch, or stand as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Disclaimer:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.