Remote General Liability Adjuster - Construction Defect

Cottingham & Butler; Madison (WI); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Equipment provided

Onboarding & training

Growth opportunities

Collaborative team

Client-focused culture

Job summary

Cottingham & Butler Claims Services is seeking a General Liability Claims Adjuster with construction defect exposure experience. You will investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve liability claims while collaborating with insureds, claimants, attorneys, contractors, and other stakeholders.

The role supports a 100% remote work environment with comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training to develop specialized expertise in General Liability and Construction Defect claims.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of General Liability claims handling; construction defect experience preferred.
• Familiarity with state-specific claims handling regulations and licensing requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and claims management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of General Liability claims, including construction defect exposures.
• Investigate claims to determine liability, damages, and coverage implications.
• Gather and analyze claim documentation, reports, contracts, and supporting evidence.
• Communicate effectively with insureds, claimants, attorneys, contractors, experts, and clients throughout the claims process.
• Evaluate claim exposure and develop appropriate resolution strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and work toward timely, cost‑effective claim resolutions.
• Maintain accurate claim documentation and file management.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state regulations, licensing requirements, and client service expectations.

Skills

1+ years general liability claims

Construction defect experience

State-specific regulations knowledge

Investigate claims

Evaluate claims

Negotiate resolutions

Communication skills

Negotiation & relationship building

Time management & organization

Microsoft Office & claims systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cottingham & Butler Claims Services is seeking a General Liability Claims Adjuster with construction defect exposure experience. You will investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve liability claims while collaborating with insureds, claimants, attorneys, contractors, and other stakeholders.

The role supports a 100% remote work environment with comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training to develop specialized expertise in General Liability and Construction Defect claims.