Executive Underwriter – Energy and Renewables Construction

Executive Underwriter – Energy and Renewables Construction

We are currently seeking a seasoned Executive Underwriter, Energy Construction & Renewables, to join our team, focusing on underwriting complex energy construction and renewables risks and contributing to the growth of our energy portfolio.

Key Responsibilities for the Executive Underwriter

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of complex energy construction and renewable energy accounts, including utility-scale and distributed renewable projects.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients to drive profitable growth within the energy construction and renewables segment.
• Analyze and evaluate construction, operational, and project-specific risk exposures and coverage needs to deliver tailored insurance solutions.
• Collaborate with global underwriting teams and internal stakeholders on large, complex, or specialized energy construction and renewable accounts.
• Monitor market trends and contribute to the development of underwriting strategies, appetite, and product offerings related to energy transition risks.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities required for the Executive Underwriter

• Deep technical expertise in energy construction and renewables underwriting, including solar, wind, battery storage, and related infrastructure projects.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex construction and operational risks and develop innovative underwriting solutions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a client-focused and solutions-oriented approach.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with brokers and clients at a senior level.
• Familiarity with global insurance programs, project-based underwriting, and multinational construction placements.

Additional Requirements for the Executive Underwriter

• Bachelor's degree required; CPCU or other relevant industry certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of commercial underwriting experience, with a focus on energy construction and/or renewable energy risks.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client, broker, and project site meetings.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Experience working within a global insurance framework is a plus.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $170,000–$200,000, plus eligibility for a performance-based annual bonus. Actual compensation will be based on various factors including experience, education, and location.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with company match, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Medical, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Telemedicine, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Dental, Vision, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, Group and Voluntary Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Transit and Parking benefits

• JOB ID: 179518