Claims Adjuster

Network Adjusters is seeking skilled insurance claims adjusters with experience in General Liability and / or Construction Defect for a third-party liability Construction Defect Claims Adjuster position. In this role, you will manage third-party Construction Property Damage and Liability Insurance claims of varying complexity and severity, specifically within construction development and subcontractor programs.

CONSTRUCTION DEFECT ADJUSTER RESPONSIBILITES :

• Knowledge of General Liability and Construction Defect claims.
• Provide superior customer service to meet the needs of the insured, claimant, all internal and external customers, including carrier clients.
• Fulfill specific client requirements including reporting of claim details and analysis.
• Review and analyze coverage and apply policy conditions, provisions, exclusions and endorsements.
• Recognize and apply jurisdictional issues that impact the claim (i.e. : negligence laws, financial responsibility limits, immunity, etc.)
• Investigate facts to determine liability, other sources of recovery as appropriate by contacting and interviewing appropriate parties.
• Manage 3rd party property damages, bodily injury and other claims requiring specialized investigation and utilization of external experts in accordance with local laws.
• Effectively manage litigated claims & assigned defense or coverage counsel.
• Establish and maintain appropriate claim and expense reserves in a timely fashion.
• Develop and continually update a plan of action for file resolution including maintaining an effective diary.
• Document claim file activities in accordance with established procedures.
• Write denial letters, reservation of rights, tenders and other routine and complex correspondence to insureds and claimants.
• Confer with higher level technical claim personnel for guidance and direction to ensure files are handled properly.
• Determine settlement amounts based on independent judgment, application of applicable limits and deductibles.
• Negotiate settlements within authority limits.
• Identify subrogation opportunities.
• Meet all quality standards and expectations based on Best Practices.
• Assure compliance with state specific regulations.
• Effectively manage multiple competing priorities to ensure timely payment, follow-up and claim resolution.

CONSTRUCTION DEFECT ADJUSTER QUALIFICATIONS :

CONSTRUCTION DEFECT ADJUSTER BENEFITS :

We have openings in Denver, Colorado; Farmingdale, New York; and Covington, Kentucky. Remote work may be available for experienced candidates who meet the required criteria.

The starting salary for this position is $75,000 - $100,000, depending on factors such as licensure, certifications, and relevant experience. Become a part of a dynamic, energetic workforce in which you can make a difference.

Founded in 1958, Network Adjusters has built a reputation as a leading provider of insurance claims administration and independent adjusting services. Serving the insurance industry for nearly seven decades, Network Adjusters, Inc. brings together the best elements of third-party claims administration and independent adjusting services. From our primary offices in New York, Denver and Kentucky to our national network of experts, our superior experience and ongoing training are the keys to successfully managing our clients claims and handling specialized insurance needs. All of our Claim Directors have extensive backgrounds working with major insurance carriers, giving us a thorough understanding of factors critical claims handling. It all adds up to measurable results—the proof is in our extensive track record of settled claims and unmatched recovery abilities.