Autobody Collision Estimator

CSN Collision safely repairs more than 200,000 vehicles a year helping Canadians get back on the road with the trust and comfort of knowing their vehicle has been returned to like new condition. Since 2002, CSN has grown to become the leader in collision repair with 400+ collision repair Centres across Canada, USA and Italy.

Summary

The role of the Appraiser/Estimator is to provide a detailed estimate to repair a vehicle post collision. The estimator is responsible to many stakeholders. The estimator must have a professional demeanor to work with customers, insurers, vendors, and other team members of the repair facility. The estimator must instill confidence in the customer and provide clear expectations. The estimator must understand the effect of collision to a vehicle and highlight damages. The detailed estimate must include factory researched repair specifications and adhere to shop policies and insurer guidelines where applicable.

Primary Objectives of the role

Set reasonable expectations for the customer, and educate them on the repair process

Have thorough understanding of estimating software, required to process estimates.

Locating assignments from insurers and understanding the requirements. Understanding terms on assignment – LOU-Loss of use, WP- With prejudice, 43endorsement, betterment, deductible.

Inspect vehicles throughout the repair process for quality control to ensure the entire repair is completed to client, Insurance and OEM standards.

Gather additional information that may be required from the insured.

View vehicle with customer to highlight accident replated damage, and previous damage non claim related.

Photograph vehicle damages as per shop policy and insurer requirement. Ensuring photos are high quality.

Determine if a vehicle is drivable or non-drivable

Determine if a vehicle requires disassembly for an accurate estimate.

Write detailed estimates that capture all claims related damage, and research repair to ensure OEM standards and procedures are followed.

Control costs for the insurer, by selecting repair first where possible and safe, then effectively source parts according to guidelines and shop policies. Quoting sublets.