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ServiceMaster Clean of Fraser Valley

Construction Estimator

ServiceMaster Clean of Fraser Valley, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Benefits

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Summary The Construction Estimator is responsible for ensuring an accurate scope of work is created, delivering a consistent and complete estimate, and maintaining a high quality of service in all dealings with customers, clients, and resource providers involved in construction services.

Primary Responsibilities

Establish customer relationship for construction services

Educate customer on the construction process

Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes

Ensure that estimates meet client requirements

Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project

Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for construction projects

Digitally scan all jobsites and provide extremely detailed explanations of photos and scans

Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate

Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades

Work with Construction Manager to price bid items, if needed

Identify and document finalized project scope of work

Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimate (i.e., Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.)

Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates

Deliver and communicate estimate to Construction Project Manager

Thoroughly update job files with notes, documentation, required date fields, and more

Support Construction Project Managers with vendor relationships and subcontractor coordination

Education and Experience Requirements

BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field preferred

2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience

Superb customer service

Effective written and oral communication

Proficient use of Xactimate™ estimating software

Ability to use cameras and scanning equipment

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Team Player

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Walking and/or standing throughout the day

Frequent driving and sitting

Occasionally climbing ladders

The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme conditions such as heat

The noise level at individual jobsites can be loud

Normal Working Hours, Additional Working Hours, and Travel Requirements This is a full-time position, working hours varying between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week minimum. This position may require long hours. Travel is required and is primarily local. However, some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

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