Senior Construction Defect Claims Lead

Argonaut Management Services, Inc; Louisiana; On-site; USD 137,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Argo Group is seeking a Senior Construction Defect Technical Claims Specialist Team Lead to work from multiple offices or remotely, with strict in-office requirements in most cases. The role handles complex construction defect claims, requiring strong leadership, analytical skills, and broad licensure across jurisdictions.

The candidate will adjudicate high-exposure claims, gather evidence, manage litigation, and collaborate with underwriters to optimize financial outcomes, while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Seven years' experience adjudicating construction defect claims with exposure of $100,000 or more.
• Bachelor’s degree required; two or more insurance designations or four additional years experience may substitute for degree.
• Licenses in multiple jurisdictions; ability to obtain others within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Adjudicate construction defect claims up to high authority limits with technical complexity.
• Investigate and gather information; analyze records to determine coverage.
• Report trends to senior management and underwriters.
• Manage claims in litigation and ensure timely resolutions.
• Set reserves and assess wordings impact on reserves.
• Coordinate expertise for case resolution and prepare documentation.

Skills

Construction claims knowledge

Customer service

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional licenses (multiple jurisdictions)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Argo Group is seeking a Senior Construction Defect Technical Claims Specialist Team Lead to work from multiple offices or remotely, with strict in-office requirements in most cases. The role handles complex construction defect claims, requiring strong leadership, analytical skills, and broad licensure across jurisdictions.

The candidate will adjudicate high-exposure claims, gather evidence, manage litigation, and collaborate with underwriters to optimize financial outcomes, while maintaining a