Building Consultant

H2M architects + engineers seeks a Building Consultant in the tri-state area (PT or FT opportunity) with estimating experience in the restoration, insurance, and remediation field. This candidate will help us manage various projects focused on estimating large commercial, complex losses. Insurance Adjusters with experience in the construction industry are encouraged to apply as well as estimators with experience in reconstruction projects, roofing, and/or equivalent work.

Job Responsibilities

• Interfaces with clients and project representatives - adjusters, brokers, insureds, etc.
• Schedules and perform field inspections and necessary site visits to evaluate the scope of work/damage.
• Estimates medium to large commercial and residential projects using industry standard estimating software.
• Documents, reviews, and analyzes; schedules, contracts, change orders, correspondence, daily reports, meeting minutes, monthly reports, and any additional documents related to the project/file.
• Provide technical direction to other consultants, interacting and supporting their files.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of estimating and related work experience in the restoration, insurance, and remediation field.
• Bachelor’s degree highly desirable. PMP/RRO certifications a plus.
• Must have demonstrated experience estimating large commercial complex losses. Effective understanding of causes of loss, expected damage, and repair methods
• Experience should include restoration contracting field specializing in working with insurance companies, with responsibilities related to scheduling, project management, and estimating.
• Knowledge and experience in appraisal, mitigation, cost analysis, construction management, and disaster recovery.
• Strong analytical and writing skills to produce expert reports to support our clients in making important high-value decisions. 
• Proficiency in working with Xactimate, Symbility, RS Means, or other estimating software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel throughout the tristate area. Valid driver’s license.
• Strong skills in negotiation essential
• Strong analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills to support and solve our client’s questions and requests.

The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $115,000 annually.

The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to any applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law.  Note: The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.