CORY SMITH
Madison,MS
Summary
Experienced Roofing Consultant with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. I have 5 years of experience in handling insurance claims and licensed as a Public Insurance Adjuster for over 2 years. I have been certified by HAAG Engineering in residential roof inspections for proper installation and storm damage identification. I have inspected over 650 residential and commercial roof applications.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OWNER
REVIVE PUBLIC ADJUSTERS
Madison, MS
02.2022 - Current
- Conducted secondary evaluations of original investigations documentation and reports to facilitate smooth resolutions.
- Appraise insurance claims to resolve disputes on claim value.
- Investigated properties, classified damages and created estimates outlining repair costs.
- Reviewed, evaluated and adjusted claims to promote fair and prompt settlement.
- Facilitated communication between claimants and insurers during negotiation processes.
- Investigated claims, conducted field audits, determined losses and reported findings.
- Attended continuing education classes to stay abreast of changes in the industry.
- Maintained accurate records of all claim-related activities throughout the investigation process.
Sr. Roofing Consultant
Renova Roofing & Construction
Ridgeland, MS
01.2018 - Current
- Managed customer inquiries via telephone, email or in person in a prompt and professional manner.
- Prepared reports outlining findings from roof inspections as well as recommendations for repairs and replacements.
- Researched industry trends related to roofing materials, construction methods, safety regulations.
- Conducted detailed inspections of residential and commercial roofs to assess condition and identify potential problems.
- Reviewed drawings, blueprints and specifications to ensure compliance with local building codes.
- Developed strategies for waterproofing existing buildings or constructing new buildings with waterproof features.
OWNER
REVIVE PROPERTIES
Madison , MS
11.2010 - Current
- Buying and rehabbing dilapidated homes and reselling.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
PROJECT MANAGER
JIM MCKAY DRYWALL INC
Brandon, MS
06.2000 - 08.2010
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Reviewed project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Education
Certified Residential Roof Inspector -
Haag Engineering
Dallas, TX06-2022
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Holmes Community College
Ridgeland, MS05-2006
Skills
- Proficient with Xactanalysis and Symbility estimating software
- Broad knowledge of all roof systems and identifying both storm damage and mechanical damage
- Claims Processing
- Policy Investigations
- Property Adjusting
- Marketing
- Best Practices Implementation
- Report Writing
- Claims Investigations
- Document Review
- Estimating
- OSHA Safety Requirements
- Reading Blueprints
- Construction Management
- Bid Preparation
- Renovations, Building, and Demolition
- Scope Development
- Building Site Supervision
- Identifying Building Costs
- Budget Planning
- Safety Assessments
- Subcontractor Management
- Codes Compliance
- Sheet Metal Roofing
- Single-Ply Roofing
- Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) Roofing
- Safety Protocols
- Modified Bitumen Roofing
- Blueprint Interpretation
- EPDM Roofing Systems
Certification
- MS Public Adjuster License MS#10483733
- Haag Certified Inspector #20220619
Timeline
OWNER
REVIVE PUBLIC ADJUSTERS
02.2022 - Current
Sr. Roofing Consultant
Renova Roofing & Construction
01.2018 - Current
OWNER
REVIVE PROPERTIES
11.2010 - Current
PROJECT MANAGER
JIM MCKAY DRYWALL INC
06.2000 - 08.2010
Certified Residential Roof Inspector -
Haag Engineering
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Holmes Community College
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