Job Title: Restoration Estimator
Source: remoteok
We are a leading, fast-growing property restoration company dedicated to helping homeowners and businesses recover from disasters. We pride ourselves on efficiency, accuracy, and meeting strict industry standards. We are currently seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Remote Mitigation Restoration Estimator to join our team.
If you are a self-motivated professional who thrives under compliance metrics and knows the ins and outs of restoration estimating, we want to hear from you!
Position Overview
- Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Location: 100% Remote (Must operate on EST Time Zone)
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST (Weekend work required as needed to maintain TPA compliance)
- Experience Level: 3–5 Years
- Target Compensation: ~$100,000 first-year combined earnings (Competitive Base Salary + Performance Bonus & Commissions)
As a Remote Mitigation Estimator, you will review scope notes, moisture logs, and photos to draft accurate, timely insurance mitigation estimates (Water, Fire, Smoke, Mold, EMS, etc.). You will act as the critical bridge between our field teams, insurance adjusters, and Third-Party Administrators (TPAs) to ensure strict program compliance and swift approvals.
Key Responsibilities
- Dual-Platform Estimate Generation: Write comprehensive, accurate mitigation estimates for Water, Fire, Smoke, Mold, and Emergency Mitigation Services (EMS) using both Xactimate and Symbility.
- TPA Compliance Management: Navigate, upload, and manage strict compliance metrics within major TPA programs (Alacrity, Sedgwick, Lionsbridge, Westhill, etc.).
- Scope Verification: Review field documentation, sketches, photos, and psychrometric logs to ensure the scope of work aligns with IICRC standards and carrier guidelines.
- SLA & Queue Maintenance: Monitor assignment queues daily—including weekends as necessary—to ensure all TPA Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are strictly met.
- Negotiation & Approvals: Communicate professionally with insurance adjusters and TPA auditors to justify estimates, resolve discrepancies, and secure timely approvals.
Qualifications & Requirements
- 3 to 5 years of dedicated experience writing insurance mitigation estimates within the property restoration industry.
- Expert-level proficiency in BOTH Xactimate and Symbility platforms. (Candidates without dual-platform experience will not be considered).
- Extensive, hands-on experience working with TPAs (specifically Alacrity, Sedgwick, Lionsbridge, Westhill, etc.) and a deep understanding of their compliance metrics.
- Ability to work consistently on EST hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and the flexibility to work weekends to keep estimates compliant.
- Submission Requirement: Must be able to provide 3 to 5 previously approved, redacted mitigation estimates during the interview process to qualify.
- A reliable high-speed internet connection and a dedicated, distraction-free home office setup.
Nice-to-Haves
- Active IICRC Certifications (WRT, ASD, AMRT, FSRT).
- Experience with job management software like Restoration Manager, Dash, or Encircle.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
- High Earning Potential: Competitive base salary coupled with an aggressive bonus and commission package.
- Full Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits available immediately following a successful 90-day probationary period.
- Retirement: 401(k) with matching.
- Work-Life Balance: 100% remote autonomy, flexible schedule, and paid time off.
- Professional Development: Training & development opportunities and career advancement.
- Tech Allowance: Company-provided hardware and necessary software licenses (Xactimate/Symbility).
- Home Office: Home office stipend.
How To Apply
If you meet the qualifications and are ready to leverage your TPA expertise for a lucrative career from home, please submit your resume today.
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE TO APPLICANTS: To be considered for this role, you must attach or be prepared to submit 3 to 5 written estimates that have been previously approved by a carrier/TPA (please redact all sensitive customer information).
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