Job Description
Job Description
Wylander, a recruiting company specializing in the disaster restoration industry, is recruiting an Estimator and Collections Manager for a full-service restoration company located in Placentia, CA.
Estimator & Collections Manager Compensation and Benefits :
- Competitive Base Salary Starting $100K, plus
- Eligible for Commission
- Health Benefits
- Laptop
- 401K
- Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
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The Estimator & Collections Manager is responsible for performing site inspections, document losses with accurate measurements, notes and photographs with strong attention to detail; estimating the cost of mitigation and reconstruction of the entire project through the use of Xactimate; negotiating reconstruction costs with insurance carrier representatives and collecting payment; communicating with the Project Manager / Team Coordinator on issues that will affect the project schedule and / or budget. This position allows room for growth and the ability to manage others in this department as the company grows.
Estimator & Collections Manager Responsibilities :
Ability to write comprehensive water, mold, fire, asbestos, pack out, pack back, and storage estimates.Ability to inspect and scope projects in a timely fashionStrong negotiating skills to reduce negotiable loss / shrinkage and close / collect jobs in a timely mannerPrepare comprehensive and accurate restoration estimates using Xactimate software.Collaborate and negotiate with insurance adjusters to ensure fair settlements.Disciplined follow-ups and the ability to escalate claims when necessary to reach the appropriate party to close and collect claimsPresent detailed reports and support claims with necessary documentation.Build and maintain strong working relationships with insurance companies and their representatives.Work closely with the team to follow up on outstanding payments from insurance carriers and clients.Work closely with project managers, field staff, and administrative teams to ensure seamless project execution.Provide guidance and insights to improve efficiency and accuracy in estimates.Respond to property damage emergency calls when requiredHandle estimating inquiries and demonstrate a high level of problem resolution and technical assistance.Set proper client expectations and meet themEstimator & Collections Manager Requirements :
5+ years' experience as an estimator, preferably in the restoration / reconstruction industryPossess a strong construction background and be able to communicate with Insurance Adjusters / Reps that may have very little construction knowledgeMust have knowledge of both residential and commercial reconstruction experienceProficient in Xactimate.Possess exceptional organizational and planning skills (detail-oriented person)Ability to recognize and solve problems independentlyStrong communication and negotiation skillsSelf-motivated, responsible and accountableCore Values We Are Seeking In a Candidate :
Be considerate of others-Everyone and everything. Excellent customer service, Do the right thingNo problem attitude-We always find a solution, Collaborate and support, we turn adversity into opportunityGo above and beyond-Communication, Responsibilities, We always leave people, places, and things better than we found them.No matter what- We take ownership, We G.S.D., We rise to the occasion. There's no quit here, We burn the shipsKeywords : Project Estimator, Xactimate, Construction, Restoration
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