Complex Claims Manager - Construction Defect and Environmental

CRC Group; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

CRC Group is seeking a Complex Claims Manager to lead investigations and resolution of environmental, GL, and excess liability claims. You will evaluate coverage, liability, and settlements while ensuring regulatory compliance and coordination with underwriting and legal teams.

The role requires deep expertise in environmental regulations, construction defect claims, and leadership to manage a portfolio of critical cases within the Environmental Division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; JD preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in claims/environmental risk management.

Responsibilities

• Investigate environmental, GL and excess liability claims to determine scope and liability.
• Review policies to assess coverage for environmental, GL and excess liabilities.
• Evaluate liability based on investigation findings and regulations.
• Negotiate settlements with claimants or counsel to minimize exposure.
• Coordinate with legal counsel on defense strategies and litigation progress.
• Manage external consultants and contractors on environmental projects.
• Identify cost-saving measures in the claims process.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and reporting throughout claims handling.
• Communicate claim status with policyholders, brokers, and internal teams.

Skills

Environmental law

Construction defect

Claims management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Environmental liability

Interpersonal skills

Market-facing presence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctorate preferred

Tools

None

Job description

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Juris Doctorate preferred.


• Minimum of 5 years’ experience required.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Property & Casualty adjuster licenses in states where required.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Extensive knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, and compliance standards.


• Knowledge of Construction Defect


• Proven experience in managing complex insurance claims, including investigation, evaluation, and resolution.


• Ability to analyze complex data, assess environmental impacts, and make informed decisions.


• Strong negotiation skills to reach favorable settlements with claimants and legal counsel.


• Understanding of legal principles related to environmental liability and insurance coverage.


• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.


• Ability to represent the company in market-facing activities, including client meetings, industry conferences, and networking events.

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of CRC Group:

At CRC Group, we're committed to supporting every aspect of teammates' well-being – physical, emotional, financial, social, and professional. Our best-in-class benefits program is designed to care for the whole you, offering a wide range of coverage and support. Eligible full-time teammates enjoy access to medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance; tax-advantaged savings accounts; and a 401(k) plan with company match. CRC Group also offers generous paid time off programs, including company holidays, vacation and sick days, new parent leave, and more. Eligible positions may also qualify for restricted stock units and/or a deferred compensation plan.

CRC Group supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law. CRC Group is a Drug Free Workplace.

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Regular or Temporary: Regular

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

A Complex Claims Manager - Construction Defect and Environmental is responsible for investigating, evaluating, and resolving insurance claims related to environmental damage, as well as claims involving General Liability (GL) and Excess Liability. This role involves analyzing coverage, assessing liability, negotiating settlements, and managing legal defense strategies, all while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and minimizing the company's financial exposure. Additionally, the Claims Manager will collaborate with underwriting on marketing, portfolio management, and other strategic initiatives.

• Thoroughly investigate environmental claims, GL and Excess Liability by gathering information on the incident, site assessment, potential pollutants, and impacted parties to determine the scope of damage and liability.


• Review insurance policies to determine coverage applicability for environmental, general liability and excess liability claims, including policy limits and exclusions.


• Evaluate potential liability based on the investigation findings, legal precedents, and environmental regulations.


• Calculate and assign appropriate claim reserves based on the potential damages and liability assessment to accurately reflect the financial exposure.


• Negotiate settlements with claimants or their legal representatives to reach a fair and cost-effective resolution.


• Coordinate with legal counsel to manage legal defense strategies, including assigning attorneys, reviewing legal documents, and monitoring litigation progress.


• Manage consultants and contractors, including reviewing environmental work plans, remedial designs, and other technical aspects of environmental projects.


• Identify and implement cost-saving measures during the claims process, such as utilizing preferred vendors or negotiating favorable settlement terms.


• Investigate potential fraudulent claims related to environmental and non-environmental damages.


• Ensure adherence to all relevant environmental regulations and reporting requirements throughout the claims process.


• Maintain clear communication with policyholders, brokers, adjusters, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders regarding claim status and updates.


• Identify patterns and trends within environmental claims to inform risk management strategies and proactive measures.


• Oversee a portfolio of claims for the Environmental Division, prioritizing critical cases, and monitoring overall claim performance.


• Provide underwriting teams with insights on environmental risks and participate in risk assessment meetings.


• Collaborate on marketing strategies and contribute real-world examples for marketing materials.


• Analyze claims portfolio performance and recommend risk mitigation strategies.


• Share claims insights for new product development and refine policy language.


• Conduct training on claims handling and regulatory changes.


• Liaise between claims, underwriting, and other departments to ensure cohesive risk management.