Senior Construction Defect Claims Lead - Technical Expert

Argonaut Management Services, Inc; Illinois; 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 adjudicate the most complex construction defect claims from multiple offices or remotely where permitted. This 100% in-office role requires on-site presence during business hours, with flexibility for fully remote work in several states.

The position emphasizes technical expertise, leadership, and collaboration to deliver superior results for clients while strengthening the company culture across offices

Qualifications

• Seven years adjudicating construction defect claims with exposure of $100,000+.
• Bachelor's degree required; professional designations may substitute for experience.
• Licenses in multiple jurisdictions; ability to obtain additional licenses within 120 days.

Responsibilities

• Adjudicate high-technical construction defect claims with broad authority.
• Conduct information gathering, analysis, and investigation to resolve complex issues.
• Report claims trends to management and underwriters.
• Analyze policies, endorsements, and client instructions to determine coverage.
• Negotiate complex settlements and manage claims to favorable outcomes.
• Maintain reserves and coordinate subject-m-matter experts as needed.
• Communicate effectively with insureds, claimants, and partners.

Skills

Construction defect claims

Claims leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Insurance designations

Licenses in multiple jurisdictions

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Argo Group is seeking a Senior Construction Defect Technical Claims Specialist Team Lead to adjudicate the most complex construction defect claims from multiple offices or remotely where permitted. This 100% in-office role requires on-site presence during business hours, with flexibility for fully remote work in several states.

The position emphasizes technical expertise, leadership, and collaboration to deliver superior results for clients while strengthening the company culture across offices