Estimator

DBI Construction Consultants specializes in building damage evaluation and cost consulting, primarily to clients in the insurance claims industry. DBI’s core function is the identification and evaluation of damage to buildings resulting from any number of causes including fire, flood, broken water/fire sprinkler piping, wind (hurricanes, tornados), and earthquakes, among others. Damages are noted and documented during physical inspection, and an appropriate scope and estimate for the repairs needed to restore the property is formulated and presented in a technical report for our clients. 

 

DBI Construction Consultants, founded in 2002, has office locations across the US and is a uniquely skilled, dynamic, and client-focused firm comprised of individuals with backgrounds in construction management, engineering, architecture, insurance, and real estate finance. Aside from our Construction Consulting Division, DBI has an in-house Project Management Division operating out of our New York office with real estate development and construction oversight capabilities. This internal mix sets us apart from our other consultants and imparts additional validity to our cost estimating, in that our company regularly prices and manages construction. 

 

DBI is seeking the following types of applicants for the Atlanta, Georgia Office:

 

Recent graduates with a degree in a relevant field (engineering, architecture, construction project management, and related areas of academic study) to fill an Estimator position in our growing Atlanta office. Desired skills for this position include an understanding of construction principles, estimating, attention to detail, and ability to work in the field when necessary. While on the job, experience will be gained in building damage evaluation, remediation methods, a wide variety of building types, and construction cost estimating.

 

Candidates with insurance industry experience (particularly in commercial property damage claims adjusting), project management experience (in the remediation/restoration industry), or with experience in construction trades are encouraged to apply. Candidates with 1 - 5 years of related experience are expected to have experience in construction damage assessment, repair cost estimating, and preparation of reports. 

 

The position requires travel for inspections of damaged structures and for follow-up meetings with other industry professionals, often locally and regionally, but also to other areas of

North America and, occasionally, abroad. Travel can be exciting and often requires long work hours due to the nature of conducting field inspections.

 

All applicants should be able to work in a collaborative team environment, be driven to learn, open to challenges, and to take and give direction when necessary. Applicants are expected to have above average verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present themselves professionally in meetings and negotiations. It is also important for applicants to possess good observation skills, attention to detail, and ability to work on multiple projects. Additionally, the position requires a high level of proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and, particularly, Excel). Experience with Xactimate and Bluebeam Revu are particularly valuable, as is some knowledge of construction scheduling programs such as Primavera or MS Project.  

  

The total compensation package will be determined based on experience. The compensation package includes:

·        Two Bonus reviews per year, which offers financial rewards for over-time hours worked.

·        Opportunity for team performance Bonus.

·        Medical, vision, and dental plans.

·        401K plan with 50% company matching up to $7,500 per annum, and a life insurance plan. 

 

This is a great opportunity for the right individual to join a growing group of young, vibrant, and ambitious professionals who are redefining the industry. Our business is about personal relationships; this starts with the DBI team and extends to our clients and fellow building professionals. At DBI we invest in our employees, promote a team atmosphere, and encourage

personal growth and advancement within our company. We are client focused and provide detailed, honest, and accurate independent evaluations. We encourage our employees and give them the tools to improve our work product with the latest technological advancements and modern office space. We value continual growth and evolution to more effectively and efficiently service our clients and stay ahead of our competition. DBI encourages employees to develop specialties in areas of interest and has project managers with designations that are unique to our competitors, such as an on staff RLA, LEED, CDT, and MAI certified individuals, and energy industry specialists.