Senior Construction Defect Claims Specialist (CGL)

Location: Fully Remote – U.S. (Must have experience handling California construction defect claims) Claims | General LiabilityPay 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 resolutionAnalyzing CGL coverage, endorsements, exclusions, and contractual risk transferHandling multi-party and litigated matters with a strategic, resolution-focused mindsetSetting and adjusting reserves based on exposure analysis and litigation postureSelecting and managing defense counsel and expert vendorsParticipating in mediations and settlement negotiations within authorityPreparing thorough coverage analyses and recommendations when higher authority is requiredIdentifying and pursuing subrogation or contribution opportunitiesCollaborating with underwriting, legal, and management on emerging exposure trendsThis position focuses exclusively on complex GL construction defect claims — not mixed lines or high-volume general casualty.QualificationsWhat we look for in our Senior Constructions Defect Claims Specialist: 5+ years of commercial general liability claims experienceStrong background in construction defect, including litigated and multi-party mattersDemonstrated experience handling California construction defect claimsDeep understanding of CGL coverage interpretation and risk transfer analysisExperience working with defense counsel and participating in mediationStrong technical writing and analytical skillsAbility to manage a complex caseload independentlyActive adjuster license (or ability to obtain where required)What Makes This Role DifferentFully remote within the United StatesDedicated construction defect caseloadOpportunity to apply technical expertise in complex coverage mattersCollaborative partnership with underwriting and legalStable, established platform with long-term commitment to specialty risksBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life Insurance, LTD, and Flexible Spending Account401K and Employee Stock Ownership Program (employer matching)UKG Wallet (access to your pay before payday)Tickets at Work - discounts on entertainment, travel, and moreAT&T Wireless discountsMidway Rent a Car discount (California Only)Dell Member Purchase ProgramOriginally posted on Himalayas