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The Senior Associate, Claims & Risk Management, is responsible for daily management and handling of a wide variety of claims for various construction organizations.  The Senior Associate, Claims & Risk Management contributes to analytical support to the Insurance & Risk Management team and leadership as needed on periodic reporting of claim and incident trends. 

The Senior Associate, Claims & Risk Management performs work that is varying in scope and is in support of their development and growth within the Insurance & Risk Management department.  This role proactively develops solutions to problems and uses sound judgement in issue escalation to leadership.  This role applies fundamental insurance and claim concepts, practices, and procedures in support of the claims functions within the Insurance & Risk Management Department.

This position reports to Manager, Claims & Risk Management in the Insurance & Risk Management Department. This position is an exceptional individual contributor and does not directly manage any team members.

Responsibilities

Claims and Incident management

Claim reporting and handling including but not limited to auto, general liability, property, workers compensation, pollution, and professional

Independent claims handling and shared coordination with Manager, Claims & Risk Management

Provide guidance on applicable insurance coverage, limits and deductibles as needed

Liaison with insurance company claims professionals and internal stakeholders for successful outcome of claim

Draft settlement recommendation memorandums within prescribed authority

Pursue subrogation recovery when warranted

Insured Litigation Support

Assist in the production of documents and coordinating internal depositions for litigated cases

Work in conjunction with Legal team to identify and track cases requiring a legal hold

Manage calendar of key dates for open matters

Participate in interviews with prospective attorneys and vendors; update and maintain list of approved attorneys and vendors

Risk Management Information System (RMIS) 

Technical subject matter expert on claims data within organization’s RMIS

Analyze incident and claims data and draw meaningful conclusions to include in the company’s internal reporting

Process improvement

Identify areas of opportunity where efficiencies can be made and implement improvements

Streamline departmental process and procedures

Create standard operating procedures for assigned tasks

Assist with the planning and execution of departmental goals

Risk Management Communications

Generate company resources such as news articles and presentations regarding relevant topics

Liaison with insurance company resources for claim and loss control best practices

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Economics, Safety, or related fields preferred, but not required; in lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience handling property & casualty insurance claims

Experience in the architecture/engineering/construction (AEC) field or commercial real estate development highly desirable

Adept with Microsoft Excel for data analytics and financial summaries

HITT Contracting, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer providing opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals are encouraged to apply.

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