Claims Manager - Farmington - Cadillac Asphalt, LLC

Description

Cadillac Asphalt, a vertically integrated CRH Americas Materials Company, joint venture company, energetically drives to continually be a leader in our markets in quality construction materials and value added services by employing innovative techniques and customer-centric practices. We believe that our employees are the reason for our success and we focus on their development and advancement opportunities as well as attracting new talent to our organization. We encourage you to learn more by visiting or our parent company at Overview

Michigan Paving and Materials is seeking a Claims Manager who can manage and complete various claims and processes throughout the organization and third-party systems associated with the Risk and Safety Department. The individual selected for this role will be reporting to the Director of Safety and Risk Management and is expected to enhance the consistency pertaining to claim and risk management.

This position will be based out of the Michigan Paving and Materials Canton Corporate Office, and there are opportunities for remote work.

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

Job Functions

Claims Management – Workers Compensation, Liability Claims (Auto, Property, General, Contractual)

• Provide oversight of Workers Compensation and Liability claims by assisting in investigation, valuation, and ultimate resolution for both non-litigated and litigated matters.
• Mitigates the organization's exposure to risk by coordinating all claims-related activities along with our local management and safety managers.
• Reviews first and third-party claims for irregularities, accuracy, and completeness. Requests additional information, where necessary, for completion of claim processing. Maintains updated records and prepares required reports.
• Resolving bona fide claims at the least possible cost through various risk management and risk transfer techniques, whenever possible.
• Partnering with internal stakeholders, legal counsel, and third-party administrator (TPA) to drive WC and Liability claims resolution.
• Direct the program to ensure the proper and efficient handling of claims, gathering data on claims for both record keeping and loss forecasting purposes, and estimating the financial value of claims.
• Supports the Regional Director regarding all aspects of claims administration, loss forecasting, company compliance and analysis to assist in loss reduction and safety of employees.
• The primary function of this position is claims management. Knowledge and/or experience in contracts and insurance requirements would be a plus.

Contract Risk and Compliance

• Identifying contract risk and leading improvements to mitigate/reduce operational and contractual risk.
• Work with and assist Vendor Compliance Manager in the collection, review and submittal of contractual and insurance documents pertaining to contractors, subcontractors and vendors for the organization.
• Submitting claims and company incidents into internal and, when required, third party systems such as Riskonnect, Travelers, Liberty Mutual, ISNet, etc.
• Maintain documentation and submit required information pertaining to corporate risk & safety reporting, internal reporting systems and annual certification requirements.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, risk management, or a related field of study or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience managing Liability claims with an insurer, third-party administrator (TPA), or risk management function.
• Demonstrated skills working with outside advisors, insurers, TPA, and legal partners.
• Professional designations such as CCP, AIC, ARM or paralegal experience a plus.
• Exposure to the building materials, construction or manufacturing sectors preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures.
• Willingness to work independently and within a team environment, and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required and have a valid driver's license.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Knowledge/experience in Workers Compensation and Liability claims management and handling.
• Strong ability to gain stakeholder trust and create alignment around contractual terms to reduce risk.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) with strong problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards.
• Complete work independently and resolve issues under pressure.
• Ability to effectively work and collaborate with people with a wide range of skills, experience, cultures, and capabilities.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills along with a sense of urgency.
• Always maintain professional demeanor while representing the company.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as directed by management.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• Driving to select jobsites and offices to meet with stakeholders.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• The position may require work outside of normal business hours.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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Michigan Paving and Materials, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. xhmxlyz

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.