Building Consultant – General Contractor

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Remote Building Consultant evaluating property damage for Keystone’s forensic engineering and insurance investigations. Preparing Xactimate estimates, reports, and expert testimony for insurers and attorneys.

Responsibilities:

  • Receive and respond to assignments promptly, typically scheduling inspections within 24 hours
  • Conduct thorough onsite property inspections, often with engineers, within 7 days of assignment
  • Access rooftops, crawlspaces, and other challenging environments to conduct full evaluations
  • Prepare detailed photo reports, cost estimates using Xactimate or similar software, and written reports within 7 days after inspection
  • Collaborate with Keystone’s Managing Building Consultant during review and approval
  • Respond to report feedback within 24 hours
  • Occasionally travel to perform CAT (Catastrophe) event evaluations
  • Participate in joint inspections
  • Communicate with policyholders, engineers, and claim adjusters
  • Act as an expert witness and provide credible testimony when required

Requirements:

  • Experience in general contracting, construction, home remodeling, mitigation, or related fields
  • Previous or current contractor’s license, if required in your state
  • Hands-on experience with insurance-related repairs or claims estimating
  • Proficiency in construction estimating methods, including time & materials and software-based systems
  • Proficiency or familiarity with Xactimate (desktop & mobile), Symbility, Matterport, DocuSketch, and Hover
  • Prior experience preparing estimates and proposals, including large-loss projects
  • IICRC certification and/or mitigation contracting experience is a plus
  • Strong written communication skills for producing detailed, professional reports
  • Ability and willingness to travel for field inspections and CAT events
  • Physical ability to conduct inspections, including accessing roofs and crawl spaces
  • Experience with expert testimony, depositions, or published industry articles is a plus
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines

Benefits:

  • Flexible, contract-based opportunity
  • Fully remote work arrangement
  • Part-time 1099 contracted position
  • Opportunity to act as a third-party expert within the insurance industry
  • Occasional travel for CAT event evaluations