Work History
Independent Adjuster
Douglas
Andrews
Contact
Address
Sugar Land 77498
Phone
Douglas.m *******.**@*****.**
Skills
Accurate Scope definition and
Estimation
Extensive Construction
Knowledge
Planning and Coordination
Empathetic Communication
Adapt to difficult environments
Ability to Travel
Software
Xactimate
Microsoft Office
G-Suite
Motivated Independent Adjuster specializing in personal, property and casualty loss and damages. Trustworthy and dependable. Results-oriented adjuster bringing hands-on construction experience and exceptional leadership and communication skills. Background includes residential and commercial new builds and remodels. Bringing over 20 years of related experience combined with superior mathematical abilities. Enthusiastic with attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of claims adjusting and training in scope and estimating. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the insurance claims industry.
Construction Contractor
Iron Horse Construction, Houston, Texas
Monitored residential, commercial, remodels and new construction projects.
Calculated materials and labor required to complete jobs on-schedule and prepared estimates.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Implemented changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands.
Administered budget, tracked expenses and
documented changes.
Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce project duration.
2010-02 -
Current
Sales Tax Auditor
Bayou City Tax Specialist, Houston, Texas
Interpreted and applied state sales tax codes for business and corporate taxes.
Examined and audited accounting and financial records with regard to compliance with state sales tax as
prescribed by law.
Communicated with and assisted taxpayers or
representatives regarding filing tax applications for sales tax refunds, audits process, audit findings, explaining application of tax laws and regulations.
Supported appeals activities such as conducting research and assembling appeals packages.
2004-06 -
Current
Education
Sales Tax Auditor/Sales Associate
BC Tax Recovery, Houston, Texas
2001-06 -
2004-02
Delivery Driver/Equipment Installer
Busy Body Fitness, Houston, Texas
1990-05 -
1999-11
Tactical Xactimate Training
Adjuster Pro - Bedford, Texas
Continuing education in Xactimate Software.
2022-01 -
Current
Insurance Claim Adjusting
1st Source Adjuster School - Houston, TX
Received Certificate of Achievement for All-Lines
Adjusting Licensing.
Received Certificate of Achievement in Xactimate 28. 2022-02 -
2022-02
Katy High School - Katy, TX