Construction Defect Adjuster

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To investigate and adjust property and casualty claims, both residential and commercial, with little to no supervision.

• Inspects claims and contacts involved parties in a timely manner.

• Investigates circumstances of claim(s) as required for coverage determination, cause, and compensable damages/reserves.

• Examines insurance policies and other records to determine insurance coverage.

• Prepares estimates for cost of repair and/or replacement.

• Conducts interviews with claimant and witnesses regarding submitted claim(s).

• Negotiates and settles both 1st and 3rd party claims.

• Addresses salvage and subrogation as required by the client.

• Maintains client relationships to assure repeated business referrals.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Supports the organization s quality program(s).

• Travels as required.

Bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university preferred. IIA-AIC designation required. Appropriate state adjuster license is required.

Two (2) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• Strong oral and written communication, including presentation skills

• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products

• Demonstrated commitment to timely reporting

• Strong customer service skills

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Good time management and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment

• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental
:

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical
:

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.

• Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.

• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.

• Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead

• Be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds

• Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds

• Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.

• Must have continual use of manual dexterity.

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Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.