Job Details

HBM Restoration is a mitigation company and general contractor that specializes in restoring compromised properties back to the pre-loss condition. We perform work in residential and commercial properties that have been impacted by water, mold, fire, smoke or wind damage. Company benefits include medical, vacation, holiday, company phone, company laptop and 401k.

The full-time Restoration Estimator is responsible for evaluating and estimating the costs associated with restoration projects. This role involves analyzing the extent of damage, and preparing detailed estimates to guide project planning and budgeting. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure accurate and timely estimates that facilitate efficient project execution and client satisfaction. The Restoration Estimator will collaborate with project managers, contractors, and clients to provide clear communication and transparent pricing, ensuring that all aspects of the restoration process are understood.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluating and estimating the costs associated with restoration projects
• Analyzing extent of damage
• Preparing detailed estimates to guide project planning and budgeting
• Ensure accurate and timely estimates that facilitate efficient project execution and client satisfaction
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and clients to provide clear communication and transparent pricing
• Ensuring that all aspects of restoration process are understood

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required
• IICRC certification
• Water Restoration Technician (WRT) certification
• Must be able to pass background check for insurance purposes
• Must have work availability 24/7, able to do On-call and weekend work as well as assist in emergency projects as necessary.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the insurance claim process
• Comprehensive knowledge the estimating software - Xactimate
• Comprehensive knowledge the camera software - Matterport
• Comprehensive knowledge of water mitigation and dry logs
• Thorough knowledge of construction basics
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA standards and requirements for the construction industry
• 2-3 years experience in the property restoration, construction industry
• 2-3 years experience in working with insurance carriers and adjusters on water/mold/fire/damage claims
• Working in a 24/7, 365 business and/or being on-class
• Experience with TPA programs such as Encircle, MICA and Itel.
• Must have good communication skills
• Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Acrobat reader, email communication experience
• Time card review of employees

• Ability to interface with customers, insurance, technicians, employees and management
• Ability to use a laptop, computer, cell phone (answer incoming and outgoing calls and responding to text messages)
• Ability to drive vehicle for extended periods
• Heavy physical work required, standing, stretching, reaching, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and climbing
• The work sites may be contaminated with heavy smoke residue, mold and mildew, contaminated water or other unsanitary conditions. Protective gear is available for use and is required on some heavily contaminated work sites.

• Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri: 7:30am – 4pm primarily
• Availability to work 24/7: on-call, weekend work, and assist emergency calls/projects as needed.

• $75,000 - $80,000/per year
• No Commission bonuses

HBM Restoration
1013 Kawaiahao Street Honolulu, HI 96814 (Office closed to walk-ins)
Fax resume: 808-###-####
Equal Opportunity Employer