Large Loss Insurance Estimator

TruelineFerndale, Michigan, United StatesOnsite

Trueline is seeking a Construction Estimator to join their team in Southeast Michigan. This is a full-time, field-based role for a hands-on professional with deep knowledge of restoration work, strong estimating experience, and a sharp eye for detail. The ideal candidate will be proactive, tech-savvy, and capable of managing a dynamic workload in both residential and commercial environments.

What You’ll Do as the Construction Estimator:

Prepare detailed, accurate scopes of work and cost estimates for insurance-related repairs, REO/foreclosure projects, and barrier-free construction.
Work closely with internal teams and subcontractors to ensure estimates reflect project specifications and budget targets.
Leverage industry-standard software and documentation tools to create timely proposals and maintain organized records.
Visit job sites, assess damage or construction needs, and gather necessary information for estimate development.
Contribute to job costing and pricing strategies, helping ensure projects align with financial goals and client expectations.
Assist in meeting compliance with insurance carrier guidelines and client-specific documentation requirements.

Must-Haves as the Construction Estimator:

Solid knowledge of general construction practices and restoration work
Proven experience in estimating, budgeting, and pricing
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to manage time effectively and handle a high volume of work
Excellent organizational skills and a sharp attention to detail
Comfortable working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
Familiarity with insurance protocols and industry standards
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites

Nice-To-Haves as the Construction Estimator:

Experience with kitchen and bath renovations
Proficiency with Xactimate or other estimating platforms
Existing relationships with subcontractors
Knowledge of ADA/barrier-free compliance
College degree (preferred but not required)

Our Client Offers:

Competitive compensation based on experience
Company-provided vehicle, gas card, phone, and laptop
Branded company attire
Opportunity to join a respected, long-standing firm with over 75 years of industry expertise
The chance to work on meaningful projects that restore and rebuild communities

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We want smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Life at Trueline

Who are we? As an independent, full-service marketing and consulting business based in Portland, Maine, we provide strategy, content and design for businesses, nonprofits and individuals in Maine and throughout the world. What do we do? Everything we do revolves around ROI–improving your bottom line. Through a rock-solid communication and branding strategy, we show you how to support and engage your employees, build your workforce, find new clients and support existing business. Here’s a snapshot of our services: Strategy: Branding and rebranding; mission statement; search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine results page (SERP); hiring and retention; fundraising; communicating with board members; personal branding (for executives); events and PR; advertising campaigns; product launches; social media campaigns and management. Design: Websites; logos; promotional material (digital and print); event guides; employee photos; drone video footage; custom magazines; advertisements. Content: Website text; speeches and keynotes; promotional text; employee bios; custom articles; social media posts; newsletters and internal emails; corporate reports. Custom Publishing: Vanguard, Equity, Toggle, Blueprint, Vision, Terra Firma What’s our mission? We want to help you solve real challenges–like growing your business, hiring and retaining employees, fundraising and keeping existing business. Our mission is to do this with honesty and integrity. Authenticity–it’s a good look on you. Why do we do this? We want to reimagine marketing. We want it to be less about the perfect image, and more about using good communication and branding as a way to engage with your employees and clients in successful and lasting relationships. Ultimately, we believe this approach will create a world where people come before profit, where the environment is respected and given back to, and where good business is synonymous with the best intentions.