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Howden, A Chart Industries Company
Howden, A Chart Industries Company
5,001 – 10,000 Employees
EnergyManufacturing
Howden, A Chart Industries Company designs and manufactures mission-critical air and gas handling equipment for customers in manufacturing, energy, and other industrial sectors. Its portfolio includes fans, compressors, rotary heat exchangers, steam turbines, and related services and solutions that help industrial operations manage essential processes, improve efficiency, meet environmental requirements, and advance decarbonisation efforts. With more than 160 years of engineering heritage, Howden supports complex applications where reliable air and gas management is central to operational performance.
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Senior Construction Defect Claims Examiner

Manage high-exposure residential and commercial construction defect claims for DUAL North America. Investigate liability, assess coverage, and coordinate litigation through resolution.

USUnited StatesCACaliforniaFLFlorida
$125,000 – $145,000 / year
RemoteFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredClaims Specialist

Description

  • Initiate contact with relevant parties
  • Manage moderate- to high-exposure construction defect claims involving residential and commercial projects
  • Assess coverage and prepare coverage position letters when needed
  • Investigate liability
  • Follow Department of Insurance regulations
  • Engage and coordinate defense counsel and experts to carry out agreed litigation strategies
  • Oversee litigation plans and budgets to support effective case resolution
  • Arrange expert engagement within the approved budget
  • Set timely indemnity and expense reserves based on documented exposure assessments
  • Review reserve adequacy on an ongoing basis
  • Prepare detailed, captioned reports seeking reserve and settlement authority for higher-exposure cases
  • Prepare cases for roundtable discussions with carrier partners
  • Travel up to 10% for mediations, settlement conferences, and trials
  • Stay informed about significant case law changes and industry developments
  • Support underwriting and other business partners

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree is preferred
  • Professional designations such as CPCU, SCLA, AIC, or JD are a plus
  • At least 7 years of construction defect claims experience, with a strong record of performance and achievement
  • Current licenses or the ability to obtain licenses in all required states
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Advanced knowledge of the full claims process, including litigation
  • Knowledge of industry trends and legal developments that affect claims handling
  • Ability to manage multiple claims and competing priorities
  • Ability to adapt to changing regulatory and legal requirements
  • Ability to complete assigned work accurately and on time, and learn quickly
  • Self-motivation and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently for extended periods
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and general business understanding
  • Ability to remain stationary for 50% of the time, with occasional movement around the office to access cabinets and equipment

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellbeing programs
  • Competitive salary
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid volunteer days

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Howden, A Chart Industries Company

Senior Construction Defect Claims Examiner

Howden, A Chart Industries Company
5,001 – 10,000 Employees
EnergyManufacturing
USUnited StatesCACaliforniaFLFlorida
$125,000 – $145,000 / year
RemoteFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredClaims Specialist

Manage complex construction defect claims for DUAL North America, from liability investigations and coverage analysis through litigation and settlement. The role includes coordination with counsel, experts, carrier partners, and internal business teams.

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