Property Field Appraisal Specialist
Core
Conduct on-site inspections of complex residential and commercial property losses, assess damage, determine repair or replacement costs, and manage bid/tender processes for large losses.
Role type
Senior IC property field appraiser (large loss)
Builds
Accurate cost estimates, repair recommendations, and claim settlements for large property losses
Domain
Insurance / Property & Casualty / Construction
Required skills
Large loss estimation, restoration contracting, skilled trades knowledge, general contracting project management, vendor management, bid/tender management, building code compliance, structural integrity assessment, cost analysis, negotiation, dispute resolution, catastrophe response, technical training
Preferred skills
Undergraduate degree
Technologies
Industry-standard estimating software, claims systems, Microsoft Office, digital tools
Responsibilities
Conduct on-site inspections of complex residential and commercial property losses; Prepare detailed appraisal reports and collaborate with adjusters, underwriters, external vendors, insureds, and third parties; Analyze and evaluate cost estimates to ensure they are reasonable and accurate; Manage bid/tender processes for total losses; Partner with contractors and vendors to validate estimates and negotiate costs; Serve as a technical resource for dispute resolution and training; Maintain comprehensive documentation of property appraisals and findings.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC