Company Overview: Hudson Restoration Inc. is a leader in eco-friendly restoration across Ontario, with a strong presence in Mississauga, Kingston, Belleville, Ottawa, London, Muskoka, and Orillia. As we continue our exciting growth and expansion, we’re looking for a motivated and organized professional to join our team as Senior Estimator in the GTA region.
Why Join Hudson Restoration? We offer more than just a competitive wage. You’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and disability coverage, plus a company vehicle (where applicable) to support you on the road.We’re committed to your long-term success with opportunities for professional development, paid training, and real growth potential within the company. Our Hudson Honours Program recognizes your hard work with meaningful perks and bonuses for yearly milestones. You’ll also enjoy a phone allowance, gym allowance, paid sick days, birthdays off, a shortened workday every Friday, fun company events, and plenty more ways we celebrate our team.We also offer:
- Opportunities for professional development and growth with paid training
- Wellness Program
- Phone Allowance
- Gym Allowance
- Paid Sick Days
- Birthdays Off
- Shortened workday on Fridays
- Company Events
- And many more!
Job Description:
Working under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Senior Estimator's essential functions are as follows:
- Prepare accurate and comprehensive estimates using remote inputs including photos, videos, 3D scans, and DocuSketch/Xactimate floor plans;
- Analyze digital documentation to develop detailed scopes of work across all required trades, interpreting 3D renderings and measurements to ensure completeness and accuracy;
- Validate scope against available data and request additional documentation where required, ensuring all estimates meet company standards, insurer requirements, and industry best practices;
- Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Xactimate, including efficient estimate structuring, line item selection, and the development and maintenance of custom macros to improve estimating speed, consistency, and accuracy;
- Attend larger, complex, or high-risk losses in person as required to validate scope, perform on-site inspections, measurements, and documentation, and collaborate with field teams to align scope with actual site conditions;
- Communicate directly with adjusters, insurers, and consultants to review, justify, and negotiate estimates — providing clear rationale for scope decisions, pricing, and methodologies;
- Respond promptly to revisions, supplements, and estimate inquiries from all stakeholders;
- Identify scope gaps and prepare supplements based on new information, site findings, or project progression, ensuring all legitimate costs and changes are documented, submitted, and approved;
- Maintain complete, well-organized, and audit-ready digital project files in accordance with internal documentation standards and external compliance requirements;
- Work closely with project managers and field staff to ensure alignment between estimate and execution, and provide ongoing estimating support throughout the project lifecycle;
- Support and mentor junior estimators in remote scoping best practices, and contribute to training and onboarding related to estimating tools and workflows;
- Continuously identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and turnaround times through process improvement and technology use;
- Work with internal staff and subtrades in a professional manner;
- Work independently with little or no direct supervision once an understanding of daily work activity is agreed;
- Other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Thursday and 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Fridays
- Occasional travel within the local region for site attendance on complex losses
- On-site locations and office when required
- Sustained periods of standing & sitting
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate is incredibly organized, punctual, with remarkable problem-solving capabilities. Has strong communication skills and is able to work independently or as a team.
- Minimum 3 years of restoration and construction estimating experience
- Advanced Xactimate proficiency required; macro development experience strongly preferred
- Experience with DocuSketch, 3D scoping tools, and remote estimating workflows considered a strong asset
- IICRC Certification considered an asset
- Valid Driver's Licence
- Ability to pass a background check
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Experience:
- Xactimate: 3 years (preferred)
- Restoration Project management: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
