Senior Claims Superintendent - CGL & Construction Defect

Admiral Insurance Group (a Berkley Company); Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Admiral Insurance Group in Austin, Texas seeks a Claims Superintendent specializing in CGL, construction defect and long-term exposure. You will determine and discharge contractual obligations, lead complex coverage analysis, investigations, and management of litigated files.

The role involves presenting claims to committees, supervising independent adjusters, and ensuring adherence to guidelines while maintaining reserves. Up to 20% travel. Competitive base plus bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred (or equivalent work experience).
• 7+ years commercial insurance claims handling experience with focus on General Liability and long-term exposure claims; emphasis on construction defect.
• Experience with cost sharing arrangements and MDL preferred.
• Ability to assess priorities and manage deadlines effectively.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Up to 20% travel.

Responsibilities

• Present facts of claims, with recommendations, to committee as necessary on General Liability claims.
• Incorporate all claims into company records and review for applicability of coverage.
• Prepare large loss reports where applicable.
• Attend and participate in mediations/trials as necessary.
• Establish appropriate loss and expense reserves; maintain reserves based on investigation and discovery.
• Supervise activities of Independent Adjusters, investigators and defense attorneys to ensure claims are properly handled.
• Comply with procedures and Best Practice guidelines and applicable law when coverage is in question, and/or when paying or denying claims.
• Maintain current understanding of unfair claim practices statutes.
• Participate in broker relations calls/visits as needed.
• Attend industry related seminar workshops and/or courses for continuing education.

Skills

Effective communication

Research & analysis

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Admiral Insurance Group in Austin, Texas seeks a Claims Superintendent specializing in CGL, construction defect and long-term exposure. You will determine and discharge contractual obligations, lead complex coverage analysis, investigations, and management of litigated files.

The role involves presenting claims to committees, supervising independent adjusters, and ensuring adherence to guidelines while maintaining reserves. Up to 20% travel. Competitive base plus bonus potential.