Entry Level Construction Cost Estimator

We are seeking to add a highly-motivated entry level Construction Cost Estimator/ Construction Consultant to our team of multi-disciplinary consultants. The individual will have knowledge in performing detailed take-offs of property conditions, estimating for projects utilizing Xactimate and other estimating software for residential, commercial, industrial facilities, marine and inland structures.

Responsibilities and Duties include:

• Field work to document as-built conditions and extent of damage to structures as a result of natural (wind, water, fire, earth movement, etc.) and/or human induced origins (design and construction errors/omissions). Natural events can include large catastrophes such as regional floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes.
• Produce accurate repair/ replacement estimates from repair scopes using conceptual and schematic drawings, field notes and photographs.
• Research of historical data and pricing in the development of repair and replacement cost estimates.
• Develop general and special conditions costs.
• Willing to travel nationwide, as needed, on short notice at times.

Education and Experience requirements:

• Analytical and interpretive skills in preparing comprehensive and accurate construction cost estimates (detailed and conceptual).
• On site construction experience is desirable.
• Experience in property loss estimating is desirable.
• Experience with Xactimate, RS Means, Microsoft Excel and Word, on-screen takeoff software and other construction estimating software.
• Excellent math and computational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States for any employer and have a good driving record.