Building Consultant

538 Broadhollow Rd, Melville, NY 11747, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 4:00 AM | Expired Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 3:59 AM

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 performs 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.
• Provides 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.
• 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.

H2M is a strong collaborative workplace where people and ideas are always treated with respect. We emphasize collaboration and community involvement and promote sustainability in our practice, ensuring that the right projects are developed with minimal impact on the environment.

H2M continually strives to provide our employees and their families a comprehensive benefit experience surrounding their physical and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings are designed to support and enhance your health and well-being. We offer healthcare and wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement savings with up to 6% employer matching contributions with 100% vesting schedule, annual and spot bonus performance programs, flexibility and paid time off. We also offer tuition assistance for continuing education & professional licensure, student loan debt repayment program, technology allowance and excellent professional development programs that are custom designed for employees at all levels.

H2M is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws or regulations. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.