Location: Grand Strand Area, South Carolina
Position SummaryOur client, a top restoration company in the Grand Strand area, is seeking an experienced Estimator ready to grow into an Assistant Manager role, with potential advancement to General Manager. This Estimator role is central to creating and managing estimates and overseeing projects in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Key responsibilities include meeting with clients, developing competitive estimates using Xactimate software, managing projects from start to finish, reviewing budgets, and regularly communicating progress with clients and management.
Essential Functions
- Manage a book of business exceeding $8M annually
- Act as primary contact for owners, adjusters, and consultants
- Identify, scope, and estimate unique site-specific conditions
- Develop accurate estimates across all trades, using Xactimate software
- Coordinate after-hours emergency services as needed
- Recognize and address potential site hazards (asbestos, lead paint, mold, etc.)
- Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with clients
- Maintain detailed and accurate scoping, including multi-level floor and roof sketches
- Manage budgets and address any overages proactively
- Ensure timely project completion and coordinate with trades and management as needed
- Uphold safety standards, including vehicle inspections and cleanliness
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Construction, Restoration, or Contents Estimating
- Residential estimating experience exceeding $50K and commercial estimating experience exceeding $250K
- Proficient in Xactimate and Xactimate Sketch
- Strong customer service experience and excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting, with a professional demeanor
This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team in South Carolinas Grand Strand area, with career growth and advancement potential in the restoration industry. If youre passionate about delivering quality service and looking for long-term career growth, we encourage you to apply.