Brad O'Bannion
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Adept Independent Insurance Adjuster and former construction Superintendent, skilled in claims investigation and proficient in Xactimate. Demonstrated success in streamlining claims processes, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and negotiating with contractors for optimal outcomes. Holds Texas Claims Adjuster License along with 27 additional state licenses, showcasing a commitment to professional ethics and technical excellence. Organized and detail-oriented Investigator dedicated to improving efficiency, productivity and profitability through continuous process improvement. Analytical thinker skilled at developing innovative solutions to complex problems. Service-oriented Claims Adjuster skilled at applying creative approaches to solving complex problems. Adept at developing profitable and quality-focused processes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Insurance Adjuster
Self Employed
09.2002 - Current
- Streamlined communication among various parties involved in the claims process through active collaboration and clear correspondence.
- Assisted in training new adjusters, sharing best practices for efficient case management and successful claim resolutions.
- Managed teams of desk adjusters writing supplements for multiple carriers.
- Supervised filed adjuster production and quality.
- Trained new adjusters both in the field and on desk assignments.
- Handled thousands of assignments from multiple carriers, and used multiple software platforms
- Handled daily claims, wind and hail claims, and flood claims.
Construction Superintendent
Bertram Construction
04.2015 - 09.2017
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
- Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors.
- Coordinated pre-construction activities such as site assessments, permitting procedures, and material procurement to expedite the start of new projects effectively.
- Managed commercial restaurant, single family, and multi-family projects
Mitigation Project Manager
Blackmon Mooring
10.2009 - 11.2012
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Estimated jobs with xactimate up to $250,000.00.
- Negotiated with contractors and carriers to agree on scope of work and pricing.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TXSkills
- Claims Investigation
- Professional ethics
- Technical knowledge
- Property valuation
- Proficient in Xactimate
- Proficient in Simbility
- Proficient in carrier based software for multiple carriers
- Texas Claims Adjuster License
- 27 additional state adjuster licenses
- Project Cost Estimation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Certified NFIP since 2004
- Certified TWIA residential, commercial, and claims examiner
- Certified with multiple carriers
- Xactimate level 2
- HAAG certified commercial and residential
- California Earthquake
- Listed as a TWIA Executive General Adjuster for a TPA
Timeline
Construction Superintendent
Bertram Construction
04.2015 - 09.2017
Mitigation Project Manager
Blackmon Mooring
10.2009 - 11.2012
Independent Insurance Adjuster
Self Employed
09.2002 - Current
No Degree - Business Management
Southwest Texas State University
- Certified NFIP since 2004
- Certified TWIA residential, commercial, and claims examiner
- Certified with multiple carriers
- Xactimate level 2
- HAAG certified commercial and residential
- California Earthquake
- Listed as a TWIA Executive General Adjuster for a TPA
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