Senior Estimator / Assistant Manager (Full-Time)
The Senior Estimator will prepare accurate repair estimates, conduct vehicle inspections, and coordinate with insurance companies and technicians to ensure efficient repair workflows. They will also support shop management by supervising staff, resolving customer concerns, and maintaining production goals.
- On-site
- Calgary, AB
- Posted Jul 31, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Senior Estimator / Assistant Manager (Full-Time)Join Our Team We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator / Assistant Manager to join our growing collision repair facility. This leadership role is ideal for someone who combines strong estimating expertise with excellent customer service, organizational skills, and the ability to help lead daily shop operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering an exceptional customer experience while supporting the management team, coordinating repairs, and ensuring jobs move efficiently from estimate to delivery. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate repair estimates using industry-standard estimating software. Conduct thorough vehicle inspections and identify all collision damage. Communicate with customers throughout the repair process, providing timely updates and managing expectations. Work with insurance companies, adjusters, and vendors to facilitate repair approvals and supplements. Review repair plans with technicians to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Assist with scheduling repairs and managing shop workflow. Support daily operations and help maintain production goals, quality standards, and customer satisfaction. Assist in supervising front office and production staff as required. Resolve customer concerns professionally and effectively. Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with company and insurer requirements. Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience as an automotive collision estimator. Previous leadership or management experience is considered a strong asset. Proficiency with estimating software such as Mitchell, Audatex, or CCC ONE. Strong understanding of collision repair procedures, OEM repair standards, and insurance processes. Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong computer skills and administrative abilities. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. What We Offer Full-time, permanent position. Competitive salary based on experience. Performance incentives and opportunities for advancement. Supportive, team-oriented workplace. Ongoing training and professional development. Modern, well-equipped collision repair facility. Opportunity to grow into a management position. If you are a motivated professional who enjoys helping customers, leading a team, and delivering exceptional repair experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by submitting your resume and outlining your estimating, customer service, and leadership experience. Minimum 5 years of experience as an automotive collision estimator. Previous leadership or management experience is considered a strong asset. Proficiency with estimating software such as Mitchell, Audatex, or CCC ONE. Strong understanding of collision repair procedures, OEM repair standards, and insurance processes. Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong computer skills and administrative abilities. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Full-time, permanent position. Competitive salary based on experience. Performance incentives and opportunities for advancement. Supportive, team-oriented workplace. Ongoing training and professional development. Modern, well-equipped collision repair facility. Opportunity to grow into a management position. Employee Health Spending Account
What you’ll do
The Senior Estimator will prepare accurate repair estimates, conduct vehicle inspections, and coordinate with insurance companies and technicians to ensure efficient repair workflows. They will also support shop management by supervising staff, resolving customer concerns, and maintaining production goals.
Requirements
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as an automotive collision estimator and proficiency with industry-standard software like Mitchell, Audatex, or CCC ONE. Strong communication skills, a valid driver's license, and a deep understanding of OEM repair standards and insurance processes are required.
Benefits
• Performance incentives • Professional development • Ongoing training • Health spending account
Listed skills
- Customer servicePreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Estimating
- Collision repair
- Customer service
- Leadership
- Mitchell
- Audatex
- CCC ONE
- Vehicle inspection
- Insurance claims
- Repair planning
- Shop workflow management
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Administrative skills
- Computer literacy
- Good Driving Record
- Workflow Management
- Organizational Skills
- Expectation Management
- Vehicle Inspection
- Valid Driver's License
- Management
- Customer Service
- Computer Literacy
- Front Office
- Operations
- Team Oriented
- Scheduling
- Coordinating
- Prioritization
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Trades
- Management & Leadership
- Customer Service & Support
- Administrative
- Manufacturing
- Estimator/Assistant Project Manager
- Auto Damage Appraiser
- Valuers and Loss Assessors
- Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
