Remote Construction Defect Claims Adjuster

Sedgwick; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick, a leading risk and claims partner, seeks a Construction Defect Adjuster to manage complex CGL claims across multi-jurisdictional exposures. The role emphasizes coverage analysis, liability evaluation, and strategic settlements for a dynamic portfolio.

We expect strong negotiation skills and experience with defense counsel, construction-related losses, and risk transfer strategies. This telecommuter TX, full-time position offers meaningful work and a broad client base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Adjuster licensing as required by jurisdiction(s) handled.
• Minimum of 5+ years of commercial general liability claims handling experience; litigated and construction-related claims preferred.
• 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.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed performance, quality, and compliance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and manage a full caseload of CGL claims, including premises liability, slip and fall, product liability, construction defect and related exposures.
• Drive timely claim resolution through proactive file management and diary discipline.
• Analyze policy language to determine coverage applicability and draft coverage position letters.
• Conduct liability evaluations, including review of contracts, indemnity provisions, records, and expert opinions.
• Manage litigated files, coordinate defense counsel, and oversee litigation plans and settlements.
• Identify risk transfer opportunities and coordinate subrogation where applicable.
• Maintain proactive, professional communication with insureds, claimants, brokers, clients, and internal teams.

Skills

CGL coverage

Litigated claims

Construction defect

Liability assessment

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Adjuster licensing

Tools

Claims systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sedgwick, a leading risk and claims partner, seeks a Construction Defect Adjuster to manage complex CGL claims across multi-jurisdictional exposures. The role emphasizes coverage analysis, liability evaluation, and strategic settlements for a dynamic portfolio.

We expect strong negotiation skills and experience with defense counsel, construction-related losses, and risk transfer strategies. This telecommuter TX, full-time position offers meaningful work and a broad client base.