Claims Specialist, Construction

Responsibilities Manage primary and excess General Liability claims for construction-related insureds, including Construction Defect, Bodily Injury, and Property Damage exposures. Evaluate coverage, analyze exposures, establish reserves, assess tender opportunities and underlying policy limits/SIRs, and develop strategies that drive effective claim resolution. Direct litigation management by partnering with defense counsel, controlling expenses, and executing claim and settlement strategies that support favorable outcomes. Collaborate with management, underwriting, and actuarial teams by communicating claim developments, supporting renewal activities, and identifying loss and expense trends across a portfolio of claims. Maintain accurate claim files, correspondence, diaries, reserves, and documentation in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. Represent Sompo's interests in negotiations and meetings while serving as a technical resource on policy language, endorsements, significant claim developments, and industry trends. Requirements Bachelor's degree required; CPCU, IIA, SCLA, or other insurance-related designations are a plus. 3–5 years of insurance claims or legal experience handling construction-related liability matters, including coverage analysis, reserving, litigation management, and claim resolution. Strong analytical, negotiation, written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex claim matters and build effective business partnerships. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and successfully drive projects and claim outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and claims management systems; experience with Guidewire, Genius, and ImageRight preferred. Occasional travel as needed for mediations. Core Competencies Expertise in managing General Liability claims for construction-related insureds, with a strong focus on coverage analysis, litigation management, and effective claim resolution strategies. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Highest-signal resume keywords General Liability Claims Management Coverage Analysis Litigation Management Claims Management Systems Negotiation Skills ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Coverage Analysis Reserving Claim Resolution Litigation Management Claims Management Construction Defect Handling Bodily Injury Claims Property Damage Claims Analytical Skills Presentation Skills Soft Skills Negotiation Skills Written Communication Verbal Communication Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities Building Business Partnerships Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree CPCU IIA SCLA Industry Keywords Insurance Claims Construction Liability Regulatory Compliance Claim Development Loss Trends Tools & Technologies Microsoft Office Guidewire Genius ImageRight #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor