Claims Manager
Requisition ID: 14597
Location:
Chicago, IL, US, 60631
Pay Type: Salary
Estimated Wage Range $144,000 - $155,000/Annually
Travel Requirement: 11-20%
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.
As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we're ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We're in every construction market.
Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.
Description:
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Claims Manager at Amrize plays a crucial role in minimizing the financial impact of accidents and losses across the entire organization. This person is responsible for implementing and overseeing all claims management programs, with a primary focus on US Casualty. They're a central point of contact, coordinating efforts and sharing knowledge across all Amrize business units.
WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH
Claims Program Management: You'll manage Amrize's Workers' Compensation (WC), Auto, General Liability, Property, Business Interruption, Marine, and Financial Lines claims programs. This includes everything from setting up the programs to continuously improving them.
Loss Analysis and Reduction: A core part of the job is analyzing loss and injury reports to spot trends. This helps identify opportunities to prevent future incidents and reduce overall losses.
Third-Party Oversight: You'll manage the services provided by Third-Party Administrators (TPAs) and work closely with actuaries, reviewing and approving their reports.
Auditing and Reporting: Regular claims audits are essential, and you'll conduct these, presenting the results to stakeholders. This also extends to telephonic triage and case management case audits. Including Workers' Compensation state filings and assessments.
Financial Management: You'll be responsible for maintaining adequate reserves for all claims, reviewing status reports, and documenting any necessary reserve changes. You'll also assist with managing of captive, collateral requirements and preparing annual risk budget assumptions and actuarial reports.
Legal Coordination: When claims become litigious, you'll represent Amrize in mediations, hearings, and trials as needed. This requires close coordination of claim management strategies with defense counsel and the Legal department.
Team Leadership and Collaboration: You'll supervise two Risk Claim Administrators and work closely with Risk Managers to ensure shared ownership of results for Property, Casualty, and Marine Programs. Significant interaction with various business unit leaders, including HR Managers, VPs, General Managers, and Safety Directors, is expected to discuss claims procedures, strategy, and outcomes. You'll also interact with external partners like defense attorneys, nurse case managers, and adjusters to effectively handle claims.
System and Documentation Management: You'll manage and maintain Risk Management Information Systems and ensure risk management procedures manuals are kept up-to-date.
Other responsibilities as assigned
Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor's degree
Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree
Field of Study Preferred: Degree in Risk/Insurance Management, or Law
Required Work Experience: 5-7 years of progressive experience in Claims Management
Required Training/Certifications: Associate in Claims Designation or Equivalent Industry Training
Required Technical Skills: Google Suite, Microsoft Office
Travel Requirements: 20%. Travel required as needed for job related duties such as attending mediations, loss inspections, training, project work, and administrative tasks
Additional Requirements:
Strong experience handling complex US Casualty claims nationwide.
Experience in claims handling required.
Construction industry claims knowledge preferred.
Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit test.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary
Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
Holistic Health & Well-being programs
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
Paid time off & paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
Educational Assistance Program
Dress for your day
BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES
At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you're in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you'll have the chance to build your ambition!
Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting-accommodations@amrize.com. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago
