Job Description

Estimate Reviewer I play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of adjuster estimates for daily claims. Responsibilities include reviewing estimates up to $150,000, meticulous documentation in XactAnalysis, and verifying construction standards and client requirements. Effective communication with adjusters and application of industry guidelines for quality assurance are essential. The role also involves interaction with clients, collaboration with Estimate Reviewer Engineer II during catastrophic event estimate reviews, and a commitment to upholding the Crawford Code of Business Conduct and Ethics. This position contributes to maintaining excellence in the estimating process.

Responsibilities

• Review adjuster estimates for daily claims, ensuring they meet accuracy and compliance standards.
• Review estimates with a value of $150,000 or less, ensuring accuracy and adherence to guidelines.
• Meticulously document all estimate revisions and related actions in Xactanalysis, maintaining a well-organized record of changes.
• Verifies proposed repairs are accurate based on knowledge of construction standards and practices and client requirements.
• Compiles specific estimate revision requests.
• Understands and comprehends multiple client programs, guidelines, and requirements.
• Effectively applies specific program & industry guidelines during QA (Quality Assurance) review process, potentially across multiple client programs, daily.
• Interacts with clients (verbal and written) for specific discussions relating to assignment activity.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with adjusters to promptly address any revision requests or clarify any issues related to estimates.
• Develops and maintains thorough knowledge of XactAnalysis and Xactimate.
• Collaborate with and assist Estimate Reviewer Engineer II during CAT (catastrophic event) estimate reviews, particularly during peak volume periods.
• Participates in special projects or performs duties in other areas as requested.
• Upholds the Crawford Code of Business Conduct and Ethics at all times

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (Graduate)
• Minimum of 1 year of construction estimating experience.
• Property loss adjusting is preferred but not required.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of Xactanalysis and Xactimate software.
• Quality assurance and estimate Review Skills
• The following are preferred to have but not required:
  • Property Technical Certification I
  • Property Technical Certification II
  • Completion of Construction Residential Basics from Kaplan
  • Completion of Homeowners Insurance Coverage from Kaplan
  • Completion of Property Casualty Concepts from Kaplan
  • Completion of Residential and Property Loss Adjusting Class
  • Haag Engineering: Hail and Wind Damage Assessment for Residential Roofs