Construction Defect Adjuster
Location
North Carolina
Posted
10 days ago
Salary
$88K - $120K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Construction Defect Adjuster
Sedgwick
• Independently investigate and manage a full caseload of CGL claims • Drive timely claim resolution through proactive file management, strategic planning, and adherence to best practices • Analyze complex policy language, including insuring agreements and endorsements • Conduct comprehensive liability investigations and evaluate injury severity • Manage litigated files and provide strategic oversight on litigation plans • Negotiate settlements within delegated authority • Maintain proactive, professional communication with insureds, claimants, brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders • Ensure compliance with applicable state regulations and client service instructions
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of commercial general liability claims handling experience required
- Adjuster licensing as required by jurisdiction(s) handled
- 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 complex loss scenarios
- Proficiency in claims systems and Microsoft Office applications
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- 401k and matching
- PTO
- disability and life insurance
- employee assistance
- flexible spending or health savings account
- other additional voluntary benefits
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