Scott A. Kenyon
Claims Manager - Estimator
Commerce Twp,MI.
Summary
To obtain a position with a company that I can continue to learn from and grow with for what I hope to be the rest of this storied career. Skills 25+ years working in the property reconstruction industry Proficient in writing complex repairs and/or large losses. Licensed MI. Builder with HAAG residential certification. Extremely enthusiastic about property claims. Proper and thorough inspections including; course of action regarding issue resolution in order to maintain positive policyholder/contractor relationships. Xactimate; certified level 2 currently, working on level 3. Very proficient in writing solid, fact-based estimates. Experienced and proficient with Xact mobile. Excellent communication skills; listening, speaking and writing. Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency towards task completion. Analytical, pragmatic, great at solving problems. Planning and managing multiple assignments and tasks, prioritizing in order to adapt to changes in task conditions and-or new assignments. The ability to grow and learn from change. Passionate about the insurance reconstruction industry, extremely committed to employer and going the extra mile by nature.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Claims Manager
Zolman Restoration
10.2023 - 06.2024
Senior Estimator
Aaron Builders
03.2020 - Current
- Developed estimates and takeoffs while drafting detailed proposals.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Proficient in Xactimate, able to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
- Identified potential risks and challenges to project cost and timeline to adjust estimates accordingly.
- Analyzed buildings to prepare estimates for property restoration work.
Project Manager
Kapi Restoration
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Manager
Service.com
04.2017 - 10.2018
- On site evaluation of claims that stemmed from a fire, wind or water loss to a policy holders home or business
- Communication and scheduling of any/all necessary trades to complete required work
- Documentation and communication for approval of work to be performed
- Inspecting, documenting and reporting on any/all complaints; issue
Regional Field Coordinator
IMACC
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Identification, and resolution
- Hands on completion of any projects within my skillset
- Estimating job costs using Xactimate
- Quality control management
- Member facility and job site inspections for compliance and quality of craftsmanship
- Project management
- Inspecting, documenting and reporting on Policyholder complaints; issue identification, and resolution
- Writing comparative estimates for adjustors in order to keep costs reasonable for insurance companies and contractor honesty in estimating
- Negotiating with Network Contractors; per adjuster’s request, due to an estimate that is well beyond the norm
- Most confident in Recon/A-list mitigation & contents.
Midpoint Construction
12.2014 - 03.2015
- Water Mitigation Tech
- Temporarily employed here in order to have actual hands on knowledge; rather than taking a test after reading a book, in order to get certified in water mitigation and eventually structural drying
- Hands on knowledge and experience, in my opinion, are far more valuable than a certification itself.
Owner/Operator
Infinite Dimensions, Inc
01.2000 - 03.2012
- Licensed MI
- Builder from 2000 through the crash of 2008
- Normally worked as a sub-contractor for many of the larger General Contractors involved in the Insurance Reconstruction Industry
- During this time, I’ve also had the pleasure of working in different capacities in the Insurance Reconstruction Industry including traveling for Storms and
- Hurricanes throughout the U.S
- The last one being Hurricanes Ike and Gustav that hit Texas and Louisiana in 2008
- Quality without compromise was the slogan for this company and is something I feel very strongly about; another favorite quote of mine is, Labor Omnia Vincit which is Latin for Hard Work Conquers All
- During my 2 decades in the insurance reconstruction industry I have had the privilege of being mentored and working under the tutelage of Mr
- Jim Anthony (734)250-0057 for approximately 70% of those years
- Wallside Windows – worked under Kelsey Skwirsk – window installations.
Scott A. Kenyon, Paint & Drywall
02.1997 - 09.1999
- D.b.a
- Ideal
05.1993 - 01.1997
- This was the first company that I started, and it was due to the many years spent working for my Fathers company
- These years were very inspiring
Education
Schoolcraft College
High School Diploma -
John Glenn H.S
Westland, Mi. 481851990
Skills
- Subcontractor Relations
- Best Practices and Standards
- Vendor Contracts
- Construction Cost Estimates
- Bid Proposals
- Field Measurements
- Estimate Preparation
- Estimate Coordination
- Building and Construction
- Computer Estimation Software
- Accurate Estimates
- Construction Processes
Certifications
MI_LIC 2101219179
HCI-R 992105028
IICRC - FSRT/OCT (Final 6/14/24)
Xactimate levels I &II
Certification
MI_LIC 2101219179
HCI-R 992105028
Timeline
Claims Manager
Zolman Restoration
10.2023 - 06.2024
Senior Estimator
Aaron Builders
03.2020 - Current
Project Manager
Kapi Restoration
10.2018 - 03.2020
Manager
Service.com
04.2017 - 10.2018
Regional Field Coordinator
IMACC
02.2016 - 10.2016
Midpoint Construction
12.2014 - 03.2015
Owner/Operator
Infinite Dimensions, Inc
01.2000 - 03.2012
Scott A. Kenyon, Paint & Drywall
02.1997 - 09.1999
05.1993 - 01.1997
Schoolcraft College
High School Diploma -
John Glenn H.S
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