Senior Underwriter, Construction

Job description

Description The selected candidate will underwrite construction-related insurance risks within assigned authority, applying independent, analytical, data-driven judgment to evaluate and price accounts. Works with limited guidance from leadership to accept, modify or decline business, focusing on construction contractors, subcontractors, developers, and related project risks. To be considered for this role, candidates must reside within the specified geographic location. This position requires regular in-person visits with local brokers and agents, so remote hires outside the designated territory cannot be accommodated. Responsibilities: - Underwrite construction accounts (contractors, subcontractors, developers) within delegated authority, making data-driven accept/decline and pricing decisions. - Manage and grow a portfolio of brokers/agents and clients; build and maintain strong market relationships to source profitable business. - Assess project and contractor exposures (contracts, safety programs, loss history, finances, delivery method) and negotiate terms, limits, endorsements, and facultative referrals as needed. - Collaborate with Claims, Actuarial, Risk Control, Legal, and...