Estimator

Job Overview

Located in Northern NJ, Restoration 1 New Jersey is the areas premier restoration, clean-up and reconstruction company. We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. This role reports to the CEO and will collaborate closely with project management and operations teams to get insurance approvals fast so our clients can get back to their everyday lives.

The Estimators responsibilities focus on reviewing scopes and building solid estimates, using insurance guidelines, TPAs, and Xactimate. The goal is to get approvals and fast turn-round to help our jobs move forward. This is a hands-on, results-driven role with a direct impact on the success of our projects and profitability.

If you know how to write accurate, defensible scopes for both emergency mitigation (water, fire, mold) and reconstruction, we want to talk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, write, and revise estimates using Xactimate for both mitigation and reconstruction projects
• Collaborate with project managers to verify accurate scopes of work and ensure complete documentation (photos, moisture logs, etc.)
• Submit estimates to insurance carriers/TPAs and follow through to get them approved quickly
• Handle revisions, supplements, and negotiations with adjusters as needed
• Help clients through the reconstruction process
• Stay up to date on TPA requirements and carrier guidelines
• Track estimate status and report on approval timelines, roadblocks, and trends
• Assist in building internal best practices and estimating SOPs

Requirements:

• 3+ years in the restoration industry as an estimator, project manager, or similar
• Proficiency in Xactimate (Level 2+ preferred)
• Experience working with insurance carriers, TPAs, and adjusters
• Strong knowledge of mitigation scopes (WRT, ASD, AMRT a plus) and general reconstruction practices
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple estimates at once
• Customer Satisfaction Oriented
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Able to work independently, problem solve, and push for results
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience reporting to business owners highly valued
• Interpersonal skills to work with associates and interface with clients

We Value:

• A self-motivated, can-do attitude
• Attention to details
• Strategic thinking
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Sound and quick decision-making ability
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Accurate data entry and good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, yet team-oriented
• Dependability
• A Client-centric attitude

To the qualified candidate we offer:

• A full-time position with a base, annual salary between $70,000 - 85,000
• Opportunity to participate in company bonus plan
• 401(k) with matching
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development and training
• Casual and flexible work environment

Restoration 1 New Jersey is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status or any other category protected by law.