Property Estimate Analyst

Echelon Insurance; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Echelon Insurance is seeking a skilled project manager or senior property adjuster to join their team in Vaughan, Ontario. This role involves evaluating vendor estimates, coordinating appraisals, and offering guidance to property adjusters. The ideal applicant should have 1-3 years of experience in building construction, proficiency in XACTANALYSIS and XACTIMATE, along with excellent communication and negotiation skills. Competitive salary and a range of benefits are offered, in a purpose-driven culture focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Benefits

Holistic wellness program

Continuous learning and education reimbursement

Travel incentives and rewards

Defined contribution plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years experience in building construction as project manager or senior property adjuster.
• Working knowledge of XACTANALYSIS and XACTIMATE.
• Familiarity with building codes and hazardous material management.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve vendor estimates for quality and competence.
• Coordinate appraisal resources and provide dispute resolution.
• Participate in industry events and special projects.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Advanced negotiation skills

Education

Post-secondary education

CIP designation or working towards it

IICRC Fire and Water restoration certification

Tools

XACTANALYSIS platform

XACTIMATE software

Job description

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Our P&C Insurance Company offers a dynamic professional environment which strives to offer the ultimate customer experience. We share in each other’s successes, drive change and support each other while cultivating a great working environment to deliver on what is best for the customer.

Who we are

Are you ready to join an award-winning, purpose-driven culture? Welcome to the CAA Club Group of Companies (CCG), where purpose leads to passion!

At CCG, we are committed to delivering an exceptional Associate experience. We offer:

Work-life harmony with access to an award-winning holistic wellness program,
Continuous learning through our robust corporate curriculum and education reimbursement program,
Incredible rewards, travel incentives, and product and service discounts,
Pay-for-performance and best-in-class recognition programs, and
Competitive benefits that include a defined contribution plan, personal spending account, and so much more.

Join our growing team where everyone belongs!

What you will do:

• Review and approve incoming vendor estimates to ensure quality and technical competence.
• Providing Scope review and seek clarity from the vendor on estimates, negotiate costs with vendors/contractors.
• Provide dispute-resolution services on estimate reviews relative to the CAA member, vendors and the Insurance company.
• Provide advice to Property adjusters when exceptions are encountered.
• Coordinate the appraisal resources to ensure assignments are dispatched.
• Participate in the industry events and various special projects for the benefit of the claims department as identified from time-to-time.
  

What you have:

• Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in building construction as a project manager or as a senior property adjuster with an insurance carrier
• Working knowledge of XACTANALYSIS platform and XACTIMATE software.
• Familiarity with the building code and hazardous material exposure management.
• Educational background including relevant post-secondary education complemented by a CIP designation or working towards a CIP designation
• IICRC Fire and Water restoration certification would be an asset.
• Strong organizational; decision making and problem solving skillset with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Advanced technical knowledge of property damage analysis.
• Advanced negotiation skills and investigative logic.

Please note that internal applicants are asked to formally express their interest by applying online no later than 10 business days of the position being posted.

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with all applicable Provincial Human Rights and Accessibility Legislation. CCG will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.