Senior Casualty Claims Examiner Construction Defect

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

401(k) with company match

Paid volunteer days

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Senior Casualty Claims Examiner specializing in construction defect to join our client’s team. This remote role focuses on managing low to moderate exposure claims with emphasis on coverage analysis, claim resolution, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with defense counsel, experts, underwriting, and internal stakeholders to drive accurate claim handling and timely resolutions while maintaining detailed records and sound judgment across legal, financial, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2-7 years of construction defect claims experience (experience level varies).
• Must be licensed or able to become licensed in required states.
• Knowledge of industry trends and legal developments.

Responsibilities

• Initiate timely contact with all relevant parties upon claim assignment
• Handle low to moderate exposure construction defect claims
• Analyze insurance policies to determine applicable coverage
• Draft and issue coverage position letters
• Negotiate settlements
• Ensure compliance with DOI regulations and internal policies
• Coordinate with defense counsel and experts for effective case resolution
• Maintain accurate documentation of all claim activities
• Collaborate with underwriting and internal teams to coordinate claim strategies

Skills

Construction claims experience

Written and verbal communication

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Casualty Claims Examiner Construction Defect to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space.

This role will focus on managing low to moderate exposure construction defect claims with a strong emphasis on coverage analysis, claim resolution, and regulatory compliance. You will partner closely with defense counsel, experts, underwriting, and internal stakeholders to drive effective outcomes and maintain accurate claim handling records. The position also requires clear communication, sound judgment, and the ability to balance legal, financial, and operational considerations throughout the claims process.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $130,000 – $160,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Initiate timely contact with all relevant parties upon claim assignment
• Handle low to moderate exposure construction defect claims
• Analyze insurance policies to determine applicable coverage
• Draft and issue coverage position letters
• Negotiate settlements
• Ensure compliance with DOI regulations and internal policies
• Coordinate with defense counsel and experts for effective case resolution
• Maintain accurate documentation of all claim activities
• Collaborate with underwriting and internal teams to coordinate claim strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Professional designations such as CPCU, SCLA, AIC, or JD are a plus
• 2-7 years of construction defect claims experience
• Must be licensed or able to become licensed in required states
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of industry trends and legal developments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid volunteer days
• Encouragement of new ideas and personal growth
• Supportive environment for making a difference in the workplace and community

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.