Construction Defect Adjuster

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Qualifications

Education & Licensing Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Adjuster licensing as required by jurisdiction(s) handled. Experience Minimum of 5+ years of reputed company general liability claims handling experience required; experience with litigated and construction-reputed company claims strongly preferred. Skills & Knowledge Strong understanding of CGL coverage, policy interpretation, and jurisdictional differences Experience managing litigated claims and working with defense counsel Knowledge of construction defect, additional insured coverage, and risk transfer strategies Ability to assess liability, damages, and exposure in reputed company loss scenarios Strong negotiation and settlement skills Excellent written and verbal communication, including drafting coverage correspondence and client reports Proficiency in claims systems and reputed company Office applications Demonstrated organization, attention to detail, and time management Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-driven environment Proven ability to meet or exceed performance, quality, and compliance metrics WORK ENVIRONMENT reputed company applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-reputed company stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, reputed company and talking The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. As required by law, reputed company provides a reasonable reputed company of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide reputed company of factors including but not limited to reputed company set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the reputed company of starting pay for this role is ($88,000 - $120,000 USD annually). A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, reputed company, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits. reputed company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! reputed company is building a diverse, reputed company, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Apply To This Job