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Servpro

Xactimate Estimator

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

The disaster restoration Estimator is responsible for managing a wide range of functions necessary to successfully obtain, bid and price mitigation projects. They are responsible for ensuring an ...

RestoreCore

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Restoration Estimator

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

RestoreCore is a family-owned disaster restoration company serving commercial and residential clients throughout the region. Our estimators work alongside experienced restoration professionals and ...

RESTORECORE

Restoration Estimator

Alexandria, VA · On-site

RestoreCore is a family-owned disaster restoration company serving commercial and residential clients throughout the region. Our estimators work alongside experienced restoration professionals and ...

RestoreCore, Inc.

Restoration Estimator

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$55 - $85/hr

RestoreCore is a family-owned disaster restoration company serving commercial and residential clients throughout the region. Our estimators work alongside experienced restoration professionals and ...

RESTORECORE

Restoration Estimator

Alexandria, VA

$60K - $75K/yr

RestoreCore is a family-owned disaster restoration company serving commercial and residential clients throughout the region. Our estimators work alongside experienced restoration professionals and ...

RestoreCore

Restoration Estimator

Alexandria, VA · On-site

RestoreCore is a family-owned disaster restoration company serving commercial and residential clients throughout the region. Our estimators work alongside experienced restoration professionals and ...

RestoreCore

Restoration Estimator

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

RestoreCore is a family-owned disaster restoration company serving commercial and residential clients throughout the region. Our estimators work alongside experienced restoration professionals and ...

M.J. White & Son, Inc.

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Insurance Restoration Estimator

Novi, MI · On-site

$70K - $150K/yr

We are seeking a full time Estimator for a local disaster restoration company. Family business founded in 1979 Responsibilities include but are not limited to providing good customer service ...

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How much do disaster restoration estimator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for disaster restoration estimator in the United States is $83,002.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,000.00 and $99,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a disaster restoration estimator?

A Disaster Restoration Estimator assesses property damage from disasters like fires, floods, and storms to determine repair costs. They inspect affected areas, document damages, and prepare detailed estimates for insurance claims and restoration work. Their role involves working closely with contractors, insurance adjusters, and property owners to ensure accurate and fair assessments. Strong knowledge of construction, restoration techniques, and industry pricing is essential for this position.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a disaster restoration estimator?

Success as a Disaster Restoration Estimator requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of construction and restoration processes, and typically experience in estimating or property damage assessment. Familiarity with industry-standard estimating software such as Xactimate, as well as certifications like IICRC or equivalent restoration industry credentials, is often highly valued. Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills help estimators effectively manage client expectations and collaborate with contractors and insurance adjusters. These abilities are crucial to delivering accurate, timely estimates and ensuring projects proceed smoothly from assessment through restoration.

What challenges does a disaster restoration estimator face?

Disaster Restoration Estimators often encounter challenges such as assessing damage under tight deadlines, dealing with incomplete or unpredictable information from clients, and coordinating with various stakeholders including insurance companies, property owners, and restoration crews. You may find yourself managing multiple projects at once, each with its own unique scope and urgency. Adapting quickly to changing site conditions and maintaining accuracy in your estimates are key to overcoming these challenges. Employers often support their teams with ongoing training and streamlined processes, which can help you build confidence and stay organized in fast-paced environments.

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Infographic showing various Disaster Restoration Estimator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,002 per year, or $39.9 per hour.

Disaster Restoration Estimator

5 Star Global Recruitment Partners

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

About the job Disaster Restoration Estimator

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • This position will be responsible for creating and managing estimates in the commercial and industrial space and is part of our pre-mitigation and preconstruction estimating team.
  • The responsibilities include preparing budgets, estimates and pre-bid packages through Xactimate, ROMS, NTE, Time & Material and other relevant methods.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Produces accurate & timely estimates, by using estimating software such as Xactimate or
  • Symbility, or creating a Rough Order of Magnitude
  • Proficient in utilizing estimating platforms sketch functions
  • Perform job walkthroughs and create a damage assessment
  • Produces project documentation that clearly identifies the building in its current condition and the extent of the damage
  • Works with the project management team to create a project budget & production schedule
  • Assists the project management team with the creation of a Job Hazard Assessment (JHA)
  • Capable of working on several large projects simultaneously
  • Assists the project management team with the creation of change orders to the original scope of work
  • Assists the Project Coordinator with the creation of project invoices
  • Strong communication skills and capable of communicating with clients, insurance carriers, advisors, stake holders and all other involved parties.
  • Works with the Project Manager to maintain schedule and budgets.
  • Must live in the Northeast region of the country and be flexible to travel often frequently and on short notice, in that geographic location and surrounding areas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Requires 4-6 years of related experience.
  • Proficient in Xactimate.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the restoration field and reconstruction filed.
  • Proven experience with estimating on large, full-scale projects and construction estimating.
  • General knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel and Outlook).
  • Possession of a valid Drivers License.
  • Flexible to travel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to climb stairs, scaffold and ladders.
  • Able to crawl through attics and crawlspaces as needed.
  • Ability to bend, squat, lift frequently and lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
  • Be available 24/7/365 to handle any emergency when necessary

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • May occasionally work in temperatures above 100 degrees or below 32 degrees.
  • May occasionally work on slippery or uneven surfaces.
  • Noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.
  • Must work in environments such as smoke, wind, water, Category 2 and 3 water, and fire.

Must Have:

  • Experience estimating large-loss commercial projects in disaster restoration
  • Must have experience performing estimates in Xactimate,
  • Knowledge and ability to navigate New York City and New Jersey
  • Comfortability being on-call at any time

Nice to Have:

  • Experience working independently or with a small team, experience travelling from site to site

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