- Salary
- $5k – $10k
- Location
- Middlefield, Connecticut, US
- Workplace
- Remote, Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
We are an established and growing restoration general contractor that specializes in rebuilding and restoring residential buildings after a flood, fire, or other natural disaster. We are seeking a Estimator I/Matterport Technician to join our team. This is a foundational, entry-level role designed to fast-track your skills in estimating, project support, and cutting-edge digital field technology. You will play a critical role in our workflow by capturing high-quality virtual documentation on-site and translating that data into accurate estimates.
Key Responsibilities:
Field Data & Matterport Collection:
- Capture site imagery: Use Matterport, Hover, moisture mapping, and digital photography to create exact virtual models of project sites.
- Document site details: Measure room dimensions and ceiling heights, ensuring all damage is visually captured (including closets, ceilings, and obstructed areas).
- Schedule site visits: Coordinate directly with customers to schedule and conduct field inspections efficiently.
- Manage field gear: Maintain, charge, and safely operate all digital tools, meters, and scanning equipment.
Estimating & Project Support:
- Write entry-level estimates: Prepare sketches, layouts, and data entry for projects averaging $5,000 to $10,000.
- Utilize Xactimate: Input site data to create accurate estimation files.
- Process change orders: Document and draft written change orders for any adjustments made to the original scope of work.
- Customer walk-throughs: Guide customers through pre-construction and final project walk-throughs (virtually or in person) to ensure full satisfaction.
Administration & Project Supervision:
- Keep files updated: Log daily updates into our CRM and file management tracking systems before the end of each workday.
- Manage schedules: Maintain calendar updates in Outlook and internal scheduling software.
- Oversee select projects: Coordinate and supervise subcontractors on smaller "write-and-run" projects to ensure work stays on budget and on schedule.
Qualifications:
- Strong communication: Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
- High organization: A detail-oriented professional who can manage daily documentation, expense logs, and project tracking diligently.
- Tech-savvy mindset: Experience with or a strong ability to learn spatial scanning technology (Matterport, Hover) and data collection tools.
- Valid Driver’s License/Reliable transportation: Required for daily travel to inspection and project sites.
- Education/Training: An Associate’s degree or technical certification in construction management, drafting, or a related field, preferred.
Compensation:
- Competitive base salary, health insurance, retirement matching program, holiday and paid time off, referral program, cell phone allowance, travel compensation, and opportunities for career advancement.
Skills
Customer Service