Claims Adjuster - Construction Specialist

We’re Sandbox, a mutual insurance company built on the principles of creating, learning, growing, and having fun doing it. We’ve been around for over a century now, with a focus on one thing:

Delightfully Simple Insurance.

Sandbox is inclusive, engaging, and growing incredibly fast, so working with us is actually exciting. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, come build with us!

As our Claims Adjuster - Construction Specialist. You’ll play a key role in supporting property claims repair and resolution, bringing your construction expertise to life. From assessing damages to guiding rebuilds, you’ll help ensure every claim is handled with precision, fairness, and care.

WHY YOU’LL WANT TO BUILD WITH US

Well, because Sandbox really is a sandbox — a place where curiosity, creativity, and collaboration thrive. It’s a workplace where you can grow your expertise, share your knowledge, and make a real impact every day.

On top of our incredible culture and amazing people, we also offer a bunch of awesome perks, like:

Payday Perks: Competitive salary based on experience
Level Up: Ongoing professional development and certification support
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive benefits for you and your family
Vacation Goals: Generous paid vacation time
Hybrid Flexibility: A mix of office and field work to keep things dynamic
Bonus Days: Earned Day Off (EDO) every three weeks
Community Care: Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
Future You: DC pension plan with employer matching

DIVE IN AND MAKE A SPLASH EVERY DAY BY:

Reviewing scopes of repair using photos, documentation, and claim details to ensure accurate estimates

Acting as a construction consultant, advising adjusters on rebuilds, restorations, and building code requirements

Preparing detailed estimates for emergency and reconstruction services using industry software

Reviewing vendor estimates to ensure alignment with scopes, standards, and best practices

Negotiating with contractors to reach fair and efficient repair cost agreements

Attending loss sites when needed to assess damage and support claim resolution

Identifying potential fraud or inconsistencies and escalating concerns

Providing technical training and mentorship to team members

Supporting continuous improvement in claims processes and practices

Delivering empathetic, top-tier customer service to all stakeholders

Staying current on building codes, construction trends, and insurance practices

WHAT YOU BRING TO SANDBOX:

Seasoned Pro: Minimum 10 years of claims experience, including 2–3 years in property estimating and construction

Certified Expert: CIP designation (or equivalent) and Level 2 Xactimate certification (or equivalent)

Construction Know-How: Strong understanding of residential and commercial construction, materials, codes, and blueprints

Tech Savvy: Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and estimating software

Detail Detective: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make sound decisions

Master Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication, with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills

People Leader: Ability to mentor, train, and support team members

On-the-Go: Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to loss sites, sometimes in challenging conditions

COME OUT TO PLAY

Serious about claims, and having a little fun along the way? So are we. Apply now and help us build something great!

We thank all interested candidates; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.