Construction Estimator

Construction Estimator Decatur, AL 35601 $45,000

• $60,000 a year
• Full-time $45,000
• $60,000 a year
• Full-time DEC Fire & Water Restoration is a local family-owned restoration company located in Birmingham, Alabama.

We specialize in the clean-up and remodel of insurance related damages to residential and commercial structures. This can consist of anything from water damage due to a broken supply line, fire damage to a home, a vehicle driving through a building, lightening striking a residence, or anything in between. Our mitigation team is available 24/7 to service our customers, so we're always busy with new business.

PRIMARY DUTIES

Scope the jobs and provide detailed pictures, notes and measurements back to our office so an estimate can be written. Preferrably you can write the Xactimate estimate too.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Residential construction experience

• ideally remodeling and renovation work.

2. Candidates must be motivated and energetic with the ability to work unsupervised. Good work ethic and organizational skills. 4. Background check and drug test are required and willingness and ability to travel daily by car. Most travel will be during the work day and generally within a 50 mile radius of our office. No long distance traveling required. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Good knowledge of residential construction

• a remodeling and renovation background is ideal.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Proficient in the use of Xactimate estimating software will be a definite PLUS. Additional training will be provided if needed, but this is the software we use everyday. If you already know how to use it, that would help a lot.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Excellent communication skills required. Ability to read and comprehend and write simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to customers, associates, vendors and contractors.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. You may have to coordinate and deliver materials to a jobsite from time to time.

LICENSES

Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

SALARY +

Bonus:

Starting base salary, varies depending on previous experience. Also, bonuses paid on completed jobs; on time and in budget.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Vehicle and fuel will be provided, as long as you are approved to drive by our insurance company. Cell phone and laptop provided.

Benefit Conditions:

Waiting period may apply Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely No Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$45,000.00

• $60,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Construction management: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Decatur, AL 35601 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person