Jeffrey Jay
@jeffreyjay
Experienced construction claims consultant specializing in insurance appraisal and expert testimony.
What I'm looking for
I am a construction and insurance-claims professional with extensive experience in residential and commercial construction management, insurance appraisals, and expert witness services. I have managed thousands of insurance appraisals totaling more than one hundred million dollars across the United States, including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and I focus on cost estimating, damage analysis, allocation of damages, and cost of repair.
Previously I owned and operated an insurance appraisal company representing matters in over 20 states and have held roles from estimator/inspector to vice president of operations and senior consultant. I hold certifications including CPIA and CPIU, Xactimate estimating training, drone safety certification, and have provided expert testimony, depositions, arbitration, and plaintiff expert reports in multiple civil actions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
All Lines Claims Rep
Texas Farm Bureau Insurance
Handled all-lines claims including investigation, damage assessment, and claims settlement for personal and commercial policies.
Claim Manager
Grasso Public Adjusters
Managed public adjusting claims including damage assessments, repair cost allocation, and negotiation with carriers to secure settlements for clients.
Owner
J.A. Consulting Nationwide, LLC
Owned and operated a nationwide insurance appraisal firm representing insured and carrier interests across 20+ states, overseeing appraisals, umpire matters, and claims valuation exceeding $100M.
Senior Consultant II
The Vertex Companies, LLC
Provided expert witness services and claims support focused on cost of repair and storm damage assessment, managing complex valuations and appraisal reviews for insurance litigation and claims.
Independent Claims Adjuster
Independent Claims Adjuster
Performed independent loss evaluations, policy coverage assessments, and prepared adjustment reports for residential and commercial claims.
Estimator / Inspector
Noble Public Adjusters
Conducted property inspections and prepared detailed repair cost estimates and damage analyses to support public adjusting claims and appraisals.
Vice President Operations
Calvary Group, LLC
Oversaw operations and project management for construction and claims-related projects, improving operational workflows and supervising field teams.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
West Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science, Agriculture Business and Economics
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Business and Economics from West Texas A&M University.
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