Estimate Review Specialist Sr
Company: Sedgwick
Location: Madison
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
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Estimate Review Specialist Sr
IF YOU CARE, THERES A PLACE FOR YOU HERE
For a career path that is both challenging and rewarding, join
Sedgwicks talented team of 27,000 colleagues around the globe.
Sedgwick is a leading provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits
and integrated business solutions. Taking care of people is at the
heart of everything we do. Millions of people and organizations
count on Sedgwick each year to take care of their needs when they
face a major life event or something unexpected happens. Whether
they have a workplace injury, suffer property or financial loss or
damage from a natural or manmade disaster, are involved in an auto
or other type of accident, or need time away from work for the
birth of a child or another medical situation, we are here to
provide compassionate care and expert guidance. Our clients depend
on our talented colleagues to take care of their most valuable
assetstheir employees, their customers and their property. At
Sedgwick, caring counts. Join our team of creative and caring
people of all backgrounds, and help us make a difference in the
lives of others.
PRIMARY PURPOSE: To review all estimates and supporting
documentation submitted by contractors/adjusters, using Xactimate,
Symbility, and other estimating applications; to ensure estimates
follow client and regulatory requirements and meet Sedgwick Repair
Solutions guidelines while replacing a field adjuster if needed,
and to serve as a subject matter expert on property restoration
scope.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducts quality reviews of contractor documentation for repair
estimates to ensure it meets local area codes, industry and
manufacturer requirements, and is within the guidelines of the
carrier and VeriClaim Repair Solutions.
Negotiates with adjusters, contractors, and others as necessary to
reach agreement on final scope.
Creates, reviews, and sends fair and accurate estimates through
various platforms.
Records data around initial estimates reviewed, number of reviews,
and rejections on all files.
Identifies any differences and validates that any differences are
justified in accordance with standard industry practices or
code.
Reviews justifications and uses independent judgment and
discretion
Aides contractors on how to handle specific types of repairs.
Writes estimates including but not limited to: supporting items to
meet safety and/or other local/state/federal agency requirements,
type and content of supporting documentation for accounts
receivable, and scope differences.
Receives and responds to e-mails/communications from Contractors or
from Carriers regarding questions.
Provides input for the establishment and update of storm
guidelines.
Determines if emergency repairs are appropriate to be made (met
technical requirements for temporary repairs) and authorizes
Contractors to perform the justified services.
Monitors, assists, tracks, and provides approval for all claims
that are re-inspected by the Carrier.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Travels as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree in building construction from an accredited
college or university preferred.
Experience
Five (5) years of experience in insurance adjusting or construction
background or equivalent combination of education and experience
required. Experience using Xactimate estimating software
preferred.
Skills & Knowledge
Strong working knowledge of repair practices/construction
estimating
Excellent oral and written communication skills
PC literate, including proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Analytical and interpretive skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to perform multiple tasks and set priorities
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to
reasonable accommodations.
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment
and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to
handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet
deadlines
Physical:
Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather
conditions.
Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working
overhead,
Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds
Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking
NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit
check, is required for this position.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe
the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague
assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a
comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.
Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of
the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free
Workplace.
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