[Hiring] Estimate Review Specialist Sr @Sedgwick

Role Description

To review all estimates and supporting documentation submitted by contractors/adjusters, using Xactimate, Symbility, and other estimating applications; to ensure estimates follow client and regulatory requirements and meet VeriClaim Repair Solutions’ guidelines while replacing a field adjuster if needed, and to serve as a subject matter expert on property restoration scope.

• Conducts quality reviews of contractor documentation for repair estimates to ensure it meets local area codes, industry and manufacturer requirements, and is within the guidelines of the carrier and VeriClaim Repair Solutions.
• Negotiates with adjusters, contractors, and others as necessary to reach agreement on final scope.
• Creates, reviews, and sends fair and accurate estimates through various platforms.
• Records data around initial estimates reviewed, number of reviews, and rejections on all files.
• Identifies any differences and validates that any differences are justified in accordance with standard industry practices or code.
• Reviews justifications and uses independent judgment and discretion.
• Aides contractors on how to handle specific types of repairs.
• Writes estimates including but not limited to: supporting items to meet safety and/or other local/state/federal agency requirements, type and content of supporting documentation for accounts receivable, and scope differences.
• Receives and responds to e-mails/communications from Contractors or from Carriers regarding questions.
• Provides input for the establishment and update of storm guidelines.
• Determines if emergency repairs are appropriate to be made (met technical requirements for temporary repairs) and authorizes Contractors to perform the justified services.
• Monitors, assists, tracks, and provides approval for all claims that are re-inspected by the Carrier.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in building construction from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience in insurance adjusting or construction background or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Experience using Xactimate estimating software preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of repair practices/construction estimating.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• PC literate, including proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Analytical and interpretive skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and set priorities.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies.

Requirements

• Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
• Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead.
• Be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
• Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
• Hearing, vision and talking.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.