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.

Senior Construction Defect Claims Examiner (Remote, US)

Manage construction defect insurance claims for DUAL North America across residential and commercial projects. Assess coverage, negotiate settlements, and coordinate litigation.

Description

  • Contact relevant parties promptly when claims are assigned
  • Handle construction defect claims with low to moderate exposure for residential and commercial projects
  • Review insurance policies to assess applicable coverage
  • Prepare and issue coverage position letters
  • Negotiate claim settlements
  • Ensure claim handling follows DOI regulations and company policies
  • Engage and coordinate defense counsel and experts, and manage litigation plans and budgets to support effective resolutions
  • Keep timely, accurate, and complete records of claim activity and decisions
  • Share insights and coordinate claim strategies with underwriting and internal teams
  • Give business partners feedback to improve claims handling
  • Report to the Claims Manager
  • Travel up to 10%

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree is preferred
  • Professional designations such as CPCU, SCLA, AIC, or JD are an advantage
  • Preferred: 2–7 years of construction defect claims experience with a consistent record of strong performance and achievement
  • Hold, or be able to obtain, licenses in all required states
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • 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
  • Complete assigned work accurately and on time, with the ability to learn quickly
  • Self-motivated, with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently for extended periods
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and general business knowledge
  • 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
  • A broad range of wellbeing programs
  • Competitive salary
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid volunteer days
  • Equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities

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5,001 – 10,000 Employees
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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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