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Role SummaryDEC Fire and Water Restoration is seeking a high-impact Chief Estimator / Estimating Manager to build, centralize, and lead our estimating department. This is a crucial leadership position responsible for overseeing the profitable and compliant estimation of 200&ndash;250 insurance restoration claims monthly across our multi-state coverage area (Alabama, Tennessee, and Georgia). This position will be based out of our main office in Birmingham, AL.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Multi-Branch Leadership: Recruit, train, mentor, and audit Estimators supporting all regional branches. Establish and enforce standardized, high-quality estimating and reporting procedures across all five DEC locations and for future expansion.</li><li>Quality Control &amp; Compliance: Implement rigorous quality control checks for all estimates, ensuring profitability and strict adherence to IICRC S500/S520 standards and OSHA safety guidelines.</li><li>Advanced Estimating: Write, review, and audit complex restoration estimates (fire, water, storm, mold) using Xactimate software, focusing on accuracy and maximizing defensible recovery for all scopes of work.</li><li>Carrier Relations &amp; Negotiation: Serve as the primary negotiator for complex claims with adjusters and TPAs. Leverage a deep understanding of the Southeastern insurance carrier landscape and regulatory environment to manage the File Review Process efficiently.</li><li>Financial Performance: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cycle time, supplement percentage, and claim value to drive continuous departmental improvement and profitability across the organization.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience writing and managing high-volume estimates in the property insurance restoration industry, preferably with multi-branch oversight.</li><li>Software Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Xactimate (Level 2 or 3 certification is strongly preferred).</li><li>Certifications (Must Have):</li><li>IICRC certification (e.g., WRT minimum; Certified Restorer (CR) or Estimating Technician (CE) highly desired).</li><li>OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety card.</li><li>Geographic Knowledge: Proven success navigating and negotiating within the insurance claims environments of the Southeastern United States.</li><li>Leadership Track Record: Proven experience building or supervising an estimating team handling high claim volumes (150+ claims per month).</li></ul>Logistics &amp; Compensation<ul><li>Location: Full-time in our Birmingham, AL Home Office.</li><li>Travel: Light travel (up to 15%) may be required for branch visits, training, and audits across the Alabama, Tennessee, and Georgia coverage areas.</li><li>Bonuses: Over and above the salary, a GENEROUS BONUS plan will be included as certain KPI's of your team are met.</li><li>You can find out more about us at DECconstruction.com</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $78,000.00 - $93,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Fuel reimbursement</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Relocation assistance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Chief Estimator / Estimating Manager

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Chief Estimator / Estimating Manager