Xactimate Estimator – Insurance Claims & Property Damage

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Xactimate Estimator to support U.S.-based property restoration and construction projects.

The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience using Xactimate software to prepare insurance restoration estimates. This person will review property damage documentation, calculate repair costs, prepare detailed estimates, and support insurance claim negotiations.

This is a specialized position. Previous professional experience using Xactimate is a mandatory requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates using Xactimate for property damage and insurance restoration projects.
• Review photos, measurements, field notes, Matterport scans, sketches, and other project documentation to assess property damage.
• Develop scopes of work for water damage, fire damage, mold remediation, roofing, repairs, and remodeling projects.
• Prepare estimate revisions, supplements, and comparative estimates based on insurance company or adjuster feedback.
• Compare estimates from insurance carriers, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Justify estimate line items, repair costs, and scope decisions using supporting documentation and evidence.
• Communicate with U.S. insurance adjusters through professional emails and phone calls to clarify estimates and negotiate revisions.
• Read architectural drawings and perform construction takeoffs, calculating square footage, linear footage, material quantities, and labor requirements.
• Prepare subcontractor bid packages with detailed scopes of work.
• Review subcontractor proposals to identify missing items, discrepancies, and pricing concerns.
• Maintain organized estimate files, documentation, revisions, and correspondence.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience using Xactimate software is mandatory.
• Previous experience preparing insurance restoration estimates for U.S. property damage claims.
• Experience preparing supplements, estimate revisions, and comparative estimates.
• Knowledge of property restoration, construction, remodeling, or repair processes.
• Experience estimating water damage, fire damage, mold, roofing, and other property repairs.
• Ability to interpret photos, measurements, Matterport scans, and project documentation.
• Experience reading architectural plans and performing quantity takeoffs.
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Ability to communicate professionally with U.S. insurance adjusters.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Florida property insurance claims.
• Experience with subcontractor bid scopes and construction pricing.
• Familiarity with additional estimating and plan-takeoff software.
  

Important: Candidates without previous professional experience using Xactimate will not be considered.