Senior Technical Claims Specialist, Construction Complex
$500,000–$500,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Manage a caseload of complex, litigated construction-related losses ($500K+) from assignment through resolution, leading coverage interpretation, liability assessment, and investigation planning. Direct litigation strategy by analyzing pleadings, managing discovery, and coordinating with outside counsel, experts, and engineers to drive defensible resolutions. Set reserves and develop settlement strategies while maintaining accurate file documentation and secure financial handling. Collaborate proactively with underwriting, risk control, and product teams to identify trends and mentor less-experienced claims professionals. This role offers autonomy to set strategy and influence outcomes across technical teams for high-exposure commercial casualty matters.
Required Qualifications
- Substantial hands-on experience handling complex, litigated Commercial General Liability and/or Construction Liability claims at high exposure levels (preferably $500,000+)
- Deep working knowledge of CGL and Construction Liability coverages and typical construction-related policy issues (additional insured wording, contractual indemnity, other insurance, primary/excess interaction, SIRs/deductibles)
- Proven litigation management experience: selecting/managing defense counsel, directing discovery strategy, preparing for mediation/trial, evaluating exposure and settlement leverage
- Strong technical judgment and the ability to articulate and defend coverage and liability positions to legal, underwriting, and management partners
- Track record of using and directing experts (medical, causation, engineers, reconstruction) on complex causation and damages issues
- Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority matters and meet deadlines under pressure
- Ability to obtain and maintain needed All-lines Adjuster license
- 10% travel
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (preferred)
- relevant claims/insurance industry certifications or licenses as applicable
- Claims/Industry certifications a plus!
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