Workers Compensation Administrator

Frontline Consulting Services (FCS) Inc; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 110,233,000 - 117,110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a Contracts Workers Compensation Claims Administrator for the Thacker Pass Project in Winnemucca, NV. This contingency contract position requires onsite work from Monday to Saturday, with a 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. schedule, reporting to Bechtel's Claims team.

The role oversees all workers' compensation claims, coordinates with insurers, providers, and internal teams, and implements project-specific procedures. Strong communication and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree or 3+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively with injured workers, insurers, brokers and regulatory agencies.
• Develops and maintains project workers compensation claims manual and related processes.
• Provides onsite training related to workers compensation.
• Monitors claims activity and identifies trends impacting project performance.
• Oversees and processes workers compensation claims, including documentation and eligibility.
• Interfaces with insurers to manage claims, settlements and subrogation strategies.
• Coordinates and supports return-to-work initiatives and medical provider relations.
• Assists in management of risk and in dispute resolution as needed.

Skills

EHS

OSHA

Workers' compensation

Claims handling

Education

HS Diploma

Workers Compensation Experience

EHS

OSHA

HR JD

Tools

Microsoft Word 365

Outlook/Teams

Excel

Job description

Project Workers Compensation Claims Administrator Thacker Pass Project

Overview:

The Claims Administrator is responsible for implementing all aspects of the project workers compensation program under the guidance of Bechtel claims team. This position will also assist with the administration of auto and other insured claims. The position is located at the project construction site in Winnemucca, Nevada, and is not remote work. The anticipated work schedule is Monday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While this is an contingency position, the employee is seconded to Bechtel. The Claims position works under the direction of Bechtel Head of Workers' Compensation and the Claims Director, acting independently to manage routine matters while keeping Bechtel Claims fully informed at all stages.

Responsibilities:

• Communicates effectively with injured workers, medical professionals, insurers, brokers, internal/external counsel, corporate management, and various related regulatory agencies.
• Develops and maintains project-specific workers compensation claims manual, compliance of ESIS NV provider panel, related processes and procedures for statutory claims. Implements improvements based on lessons learned, legislative changes or Court decisions, and Bechtel operating imperatives.
• Develops and provides onsite training related to workers compensation.
• Monitors claims activity to identify early negative claim trends or other issues that may negatively impact project performance.
• Is responsible for oversight and processing of workers compensation claims:
• o Responsible for initiating, preparing, and maintaining all documentation associated with claims.
• o Investigates and documents eligibility for workers compensation benefits and communicates same to insurer and related interested parties.
• o Assists with investigation and coordination of issues surrounding subrogation.
• o Interprets laws and regulations, determines appropriate courses of action, and presents solutions to resolve the claims.
• o Identifies potential subrogation issues, for internal discussion and next steps.
• o Monitors claim resolution activities implemented by insurer(s).
• o Maintains Project Risk Management Information System (RMIS).
• Directs and monitors the activities and performance of Bechtels insurance provider to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• o Implements, monitors, and ensures compliance of Special Account requirements.
• o Conducts regular claim reviews, claim audits and prepares related reports.
• o Interfaces with insurer to effectively manage claims, including but not limited to authorizing claim reserve changes, authorizing insurer referral to outside counsel, and assessing and approving settlement strategies.
• Coordinates and supports early return to work.
• o Manages relationships with onsite clinic, panel physicians and other medical providers, to ensure effective claims management and return to work.
• o Works with injured worker and supervision on developing and implementing return to work plan.
• o Assists in management fitness for duty and ADA accommodation issues as needed.
• Assists Bechtel Risk Management in the defense of litigation or other complex case support. (i.e., responding to interrogatories and other discovery requests).
• Assists with gathering information and filing other insured claims as requested.
• Performs other tasks as required by Bechtel Claims.

Skills

• ehs, osha, workers compensation, claims handling
• ehs,osha,workers compensation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• HS Diploma
• Workers Compensation Experience
• Environment, Health, and Safety Experience (EHS)
• OSHA
• HR JD:

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelors Degree or at least 3 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Extensive knowledge of / experience with workers compensation and occupational rehabilitation procedures, practices and processes.
• Extensive knowledge of claims resolution techniques and strategies, legal principles related to claim resolution and familiarity with all phases of the litigation process.
• Working knowledge of / experience with bodily injury and 1st and 3rd party property damage claims practices and processes.
• Working knowledge of / experience with and other insured claims practices and procedures.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Highly skilled in written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with computer skills and knowledge.
• Ability to create, edit, and format high-quality documents using Microsoft Word 365
• applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
• Collaborate with team members in real time through Outlook and Teams applications.
• Typing skills / proficiency (45-65 WPM).
• Bilingual language proficiency (i.e., English and Spanish) is a plus.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Winnemucca, NV.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.47 - $40.87/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&DD for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Winnemucca,NV.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.