Building Claims Desktop Assessor

OUTsurance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

OUTsurance seeks a Buildings Desktop Assessor to validate building-related claims, quantify scope of work and cost against agreed rates, and liaise with clients and service providers. The role requires strong building industry knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to deliver under pressure.

You will manage reports, handle administration, and resolve queries while ensuring adherence to policy terms and company standards. Gauteng-based, on-site work, bench is noted but not guaranteed.

Qualifications

• Matric with a valid driver’s licence.
• Experience in building industry or a related qualification is essential.
• Progress toward a construction/built environment qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Validate claims against applicable policies.
• Liaise with clients and service providers.
• Finalize reports and manage administration.
• Handle telephonic queries and related administration.
• Quantify scope of work and cost against agreed rates.
• Manage cost from claim start to finalization within scope and parameters.
• Resolve client and stakeholder queries and complaints.
• Ensure performance and quality standards are met.

Skills

Administrative skills

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Technical buildings knowledge

Cost management

Negotiation

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Matric

Building industry experience

Construction/built environment qualification or progress

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

OUTsurance seeks a Buildings Desktop Assessor to validate building-related claims, quantify scope of work and cost against agreed rates, and liaise with clients and service providers. The role requires strong building industry knowledge, attention to detail and the ability to deliver under pressure.

You will manage reports, handle administration, and resolve queries while ensuring adherence to policy terms and company standards. Gauteng-based, on-site work, bench is noted but not guaranteed.