Senior Estimate Review Specialist
| Company | Sedgwick Claims Management Services |
|---|---|
| Location | Glendale, CA, USA, Atlanta, GA, USA |
| Salary | $50000 – $60000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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 Property 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.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Supports the organization’s quality program(s).
- Travels as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using Xactimate estimating software preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in building construction from an accredited college or university preferred.