Sr Construction Defect Adjuster
Position Overview
Triton Claim Management, LLC is seeking a highly experienced Senior Complex Construction Claims Specialist to manage high-severity, complex construction defect, construction liability, and property damage claims. This role is responsible for the end-to-end handling of claims, including coverage analysis, investigation, litigation management, reserving, negotiation, and resolution.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of moderate to high-exposure construction defect and construction liability claims from assignment through resolution.
Conduct timely and thorough investigations, including interviews, site evaluations, and review of contracts, policies, and technical documentation.
Analyze coverage, liability, damages, and reserve adequacy with a strong understanding of ISO forms, exclusions, and policy language.
Establish and maintain accurate indemnity and expense reserves based on evolving claim exposure.
Verify damages through review of medical reports, repair estimates, engineering findings, and expert analysis.
Independently manage litigated and non-litigated claims, developing and executing effective litigation strategies.
Select, retain, and manage defense counsel, experts, and consultants, including engineers, forensic specialists, and medical professionals.
Direct discovery, depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations, ensuring cost-effective claim resolution.
Develop and implement creative resolution strategies, including risk transfer, contribution recovery, and alternate dispute resolution.
Evaluate tenders, indemnity agreements, additional insured coverage, and other insurance provisions.
Collaborate with underwriting, risk control, legal, and business teams to provide insight into loss trends and reserve adequacy.
Act as a technical expert and mentor, providing guidance, coaching, and training to less-experienced claims professionals.
Participate in roundtables and authority discussions to drive optimal claim outcomes.
Communicate complex claim issues clearly to stakeholders with varying levels of expertise.
Qualifications
10+ years of claims handling experience, including: 3–5+ years handling serious injury, construction defect, or complex liability claims
Strong expertise in: Construction defect and/or construction liability (CGL) Litigation management and legal processes Coverage interpretation and policy analysis Proven ability to manage high-value claims ($500K to multi-million exposure)
Active or ability to obtain Property & Casualty Adjuster License(s) as required
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills
PREFERRED: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance, or related field (or equivalent experience) Advanced industry certifications or Juris Doctor (JD) a plus Experience with multi-party construction claims, risk transfer, and coverage disputes Demonstrated mentorship and leadership capabilities
Core Competencies
Advanced coverage, liability, and damages analysis
Strong litigation management and settlement strategy development
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management
High-level analytical thinking and judgment
Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority claims
Compensation & Benefits
Triton Claim Management offers a competitive compensation package reflective of experience, technical expertise, and market conditions, including:
Comprehensive benefits package (health, retirement, etc.)
Potential for sign-on bonus and professional development support
Work Environment & Travel
Hybrid or remote flexibility based on business needs Travel up to 25–30% may be required for inspections, mediations, and trials
Why Join Triton Claim Management?
Work on challenging, high-impact claims in the construction sector
Gain autonomy in managing complex cases while contributing to team success
Be recognized as a technical leader and trusted advisor
Opportunity to influence claims strategy, underwriting insights, and organizational growth
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.