Restoration Estimator

Alexandria, VA

RestoreCore is hiring a Restoration Estimator to inspect property damage, develop scopes of work, and prepare accurate estimates for commercial restoration projects.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in property restoration, construction estimating, insurance claims, Xactimate, project coordination, or a related field. You will work with experienced estimators and Project Managers while developing your technical, estimating, and negotiation skills.

What You’ll Do

  • Inspect commercial and residential properties affected by water, fire, mold, storm, and other damage
  • Document property damage using photos, measurements, notes, and diagrams
  • Develop detailed scopes of work for mitigation, reconstruction, and restoration projects
  • Prepare accurate estimates using Xactimate and other insurance estimating software
  • Review construction materials, labor requirements, equipment, and project costs
  • Submit estimates for review and complete revisions or supplements
  • Communicate with property owners, adjusters, insurance carriers, Project Managers, and internal teams
  • Maintain accurate project documentation and estimate updates in company systems
  • Support projects from the initial inspection through estimate approval
  • Participate in production meetings, training, and occasional emergency response

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience in restoration, construction, estimating, insurance claims, project coordination, or a related field
  • Basic knowledge of residential or commercial construction
  • Xactimate experience is preferred
  • Experience preparing scopes, estimates, supplements, or property damage documentation is a plus
  • Strong communication, customer service, and negotiation skills
  • Excellent organization and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to local job sites
  • Willingness to occasionally assist with after-hours emergency losses

Why Join RestoreCore?

RestoreCore is a family-owned disaster restoration company serving commercial and residential clients throughout the region. Our estimators work alongside experienced restoration professionals and receive the support needed to grow into larger, more complex projects.

At RestoreCore, you can:

  • Build a long-term career in restoration estimating
  • Gain hands-on experience with property damage and insurance claims
  • Work on a variety of commercial restoration projects
  • Learn from experienced estimators and Project Managers
  • Grow your knowledge of Xactimate, construction, and restoration
  • Help customers and businesses recover after unexpected property damage

If you are ready to turn your construction, restoration, or insurance experience into a career in estimating, we would like to hear from you.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This position combines office-based estimating with field inspections at active construction and restoration sites. Candidates must be able to walk, stand, bend, climb, wear required personal protective equipment, and lift up to 50 pounds. Work may involve varying weather conditions, dust, debris, damaged buildings, and occasional evening or weekend emergency response.

RestoreCore is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Third-party recruiting agencies are asked not to contact us regarding this position.