Building Consultant – General Contractor
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Job Description
Building Consultant role evaluating property damage and preparing estimates for insurance industry. Working remotely to provide expert insights and collaborate with industry professionals.
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), and written reports within 7 days post-inspection.
- Collaborate with Keystone’s Managing Building Consultant during the review and approval process, responding within 24 hours of report feedback.
- Occasionally travel to perform CAT (Catastrophe) event evaluations.
- Participate in joint inspections and communicate effectively with policyholders, engineers, and claim adjusters.
- Act as an expert witness, when required, and provide credible testimony based on your construction experience.
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.
- Proficient or familiar with industry software such as: Xactimate (desktop & mobile), Symbility, Matterport, DocuSketch, 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 to produce detailed, professional reports.
- Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.
- Physically capable of conducting inspections, including accessing roofs and crawl spaces.
Benefits:
- Flexible, contract-based opportunity
- Work from anywhere in the country
- Ability to travel for field inspections and CAT events
- Collaborate with experienced professionals
- Engage in joint inspections
















