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Sales Estimator (Reconstruction/Restoration) in Allentown
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An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$77,260 / year median in Pennsylvania
+1% projected growth
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Job Ref:
3171155265
Employer:
Network Company Name:
Synerfac Technical Staffing Industry:
Sales Job Type:
Full Time State:
Pennsylvania City:
Allentown Zip Code:
18101
Post Date:
09/07/2026
Job Description Job Description Job Description:
The Senior Estimator position is the third level in our Estimating track. This position will be responsible for creating and managing estimates and job in the residential, commercial, and industrial lines of business. This position will be responsible to meet with clients, develop quality and competitive estimates using Xactimate software, manage work through completion, review budgets and communicate progress with clients and management.
- 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 company 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 Basic Xactimate training as part of preparation for passing Estimator Level , 2, or 3 User Certification test, dependent on Estimator role. Score required for passing consideration is 85%
- Independently manages own work
- Maintain vehicle safety and maintenance inspections and maintain vehicles in a clean serviceable condition
- Complete all accident, injury & incident reporting forms as required timely
- Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Assist in the development and continuing improvement efforts to establish company as World Class in the industry.
- Comply with company and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.
- 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. Senior Estimator book of business is approximately $2M
- $4M•Serve as primary contact with owners, adjusters, and consultants•Scope development, negotiation and agreements with customers•Uses company standard in formatting estimates•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.
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- Must conduct oneself professionally and with courtesy at all times. Must be proactive conveying information and be immediately responsive to requests for information
- Apply industry TPA Program standards and ensure compliance with requirements
- Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices
- Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
- Attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people's property and information
- Attend sponsored operations and safety training courses as required
Requirements:
- 3 plus years' experience in Construction, Restoration or Contents Estimating
- Residential estimating experience in excess of $50,000 and Commercial estimating experience up to $100,000
- Successful completion of Estimating Platform Level 1 and 2 user certification
- Successful completion of Xactimate Intermediate training class
- National rate and Material invoicing experience
- Understanding of MSDS Data sheets, and applicability to jobs
- Must use the 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.
Benefits :
401(k) Medical Dental Vision Disability Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance