Senior Construction Defect Claims Specialist (CGL)

Midway Auto Group; Clendenin (WV); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UKG Wallet

Tickets at Work

AT&T Wireless discounts

Midway Rent a Car discount (California

Dell Member Purchase Program

401K and Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Knight Insurance Group is seeking a seasoned Construction Defect Claims Specialist to manage complex, litigated CGL claims, primarily in California, with full remote work options across the U.S. The role emphasizes applying technical judgment to long-tail, coverage-intensive matters in collaboration with defense counsel and internal stakeholders.

You will own meaningful files, maintain appropriate authority levels, and contribute to settlements, reserves, and strategic claim resolution in a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial general liability claims experience.
• Experience with construction defect, including litigated and multi-party matters.
• California construction defect claims experience preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of complex construction defect claims from inception through resolution.
• Analyzing CGL coverage, endorsements, exclusions, and contractual risk transfer.
• Handling multi-party and litigated matters with a strategic, resolution-focused mindset.
• Setting and adjusting reserves based on exposure analysis and litigation posture.
• Selecting and managing defense counsel and expert vendors.
• Participating in mediations and settlement negotiations within authority.
• Preparing thorough coverage analyses and recommendations when higher authority is required.
• Identifying and pursuing subrogation or contribution opportunities.
• Collaborating with underwriting, legal, and management on emerging exposure trends.

Skills

CGL claims

Construction defect

Litigated matters

California claims

Adjuster license

Job description

Job Category: Insurance Claims

Requisition Number: SENIO010577

• Posted : October 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• Remote

Locations

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Knight Insurance | Home Office
California, USA

Description

Location: Fully Remote – U.S. (Must have experience handling California construction defect claims)
Claims | General Liability

Pay Range: $120,000- $160,000 Per Year. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.

Knight Insurance Group is seeking a seasoned Construction Defect Claims Specialist to manage complex, litigated CGL claims involving multi-party construction defect matters, primarily in California.

This role is designed for an experienced adjuster who is comfortable operating in high-exposure environments, analyzing coverage in detail, and driving strategic claim resolution in partnership with defense counsel and internal stakeholders.

You will have meaningful file ownership, appropriate authority levels, and the ability to apply technical judgment in resolving long-tail, coverage-intensive matters.

What you’ll do as a Senior Construction Defect Claims Specialist:

• Managing a portfolio of complex construction defect claims from inception through resolution
• Analyzing CGL coverage, endorsements, exclusions, and contractual risk transfer
• Handling multi-party and litigated matters with a strategic, resolution-focused mindset
• Setting and adjusting reserves based on exposure analysis and litigation posture
• Selecting and managing defense counsel and expert vendors
• Participating in mediations and settlement negotiations within authority
• Preparing thorough coverage analyses and recommendations when higher authority is required
• Identifying and pursuing subrogation or contribution opportunities
• Collaborating with underwriting, legal, and management on emerging exposure trends

This position focuses exclusively on complex GL construction defect claims — not mixed lines or high-volume general casualty.

Qualifications

Qualifications

What we look for in our Senior Constructions Defect Claims Specialist:

• 5+ years of commercial general liability claims experience
• Strong background in construction defect, including litigated and multi-party matters
• Demonstrated experience handling California construction defect claims
• Deep understanding of CGL coverage interpretation and risk transfer analysis
• Experience working with defense counsel and participating in mediation
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently
• Active adjuster license (or ability to obtain where required)

What Makes This Role Different

• Fully remote within the United States
• Opportunity to apply technical expertise in complex coverage matters
• Collaborative partnership with underwriting and legal
• Stable, established platform with long-term commitment to specialty risks
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life Insurance, LTD, and Flexible Spending Account
• 401K and Employee Stock Ownership Program (employer matching)
• UKG Wallet (access to your pay before payday)
• Tickets at Work - discounts on entertainment, travel, and more
• AT&T Wireless discounts
• Midway Rent a Car discount (California Only)
• Dell Member Purchase Program

Preferred

Experience working with defense counsel and participating in mediation

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