Underwriting Director – Construction
Tokio Marine HCC, Westerville, Ohio, United States, 43082
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Ohio - Westervilletime type:
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2026-85Underwriting Director – ConstructionAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Underwriting Director to lead our Construction underwriting team. This role oversees daily underwriting operations, portfolio performance, and team leadership, while serving as a senior technical resource and decision-maker on complex risks.You will drive underwriting excellence, guide strategy, and develop a high-performing team focused on profitable growth.What You’ll Do* Lead day-to-day underwriting operations for new and renewal construction business* Evaluate and manage risk selection, pricing, and portfolio quality* Provide higher-level underwriting authority for complex approvals/declinations* Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, policies, and regulatory requirements* Coach, mentor, and develop underwriting staff; manage hiring and performance* Improve processes, workflows, and controls to enhance efficiency and results* Partner with brokers and internal stakeholders to support business development* Maintain strong industry relationships and stay current on market and regulatory trends* Support department strategy, planning, and goal executionWhat We’re Looking For* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience)* 10+ years of construction underwriting experience, supported by strong broker and industry relationships* Experience across admitted and non-admitted markets, with non-admitted/E&S underwriting experience strongly preferred* 6+ years of leadership or people management experience* Advanced knowledge of underwriting principles, coverage analysis, and risk management practices* Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Preferred* CPCU, AU, CIC, or similar professional designation* State insurance license(s), as applicableWorking Environment* Hybrid* Up to 10% travel* Occasional extended hours based on business needsWhy Join UsThis is an opportunity to lead strategy, influence portfolio performance, and shape a growing construction underwriting team within a collaborative specialty insurance environment.Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Ohio - Westervilletime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:
2026-85Underwriting Director – ConstructionAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Underwriting Director to lead our Construction underwriting team. This role oversees daily underwriting operations, portfolio performance, and team leadership, while serving as a senior technical resource and decision-maker on complex risks.You will drive underwriting excellence, guide strategy, and develop a high-performing team focused on profitable growth.What You’ll Do* Lead day-to-day underwriting operations for new and renewal construction business* Evaluate and manage risk selection, pricing, and portfolio quality* Provide higher-level underwriting authority for complex approvals/declinations* Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, policies, and regulatory requirements* Coach, mentor, and develop underwriting staff; manage hiring and performance* Improve processes, workflows, and controls to enhance efficiency and results* Partner with brokers and internal stakeholders to support business development* Maintain strong industry relationships and stay current on market and regulatory trends* Support department strategy, planning, and goal executionWhat We’re Looking For* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience)* 10+ years of construction underwriting experience, supported by strong broker and industry relationships* Experience across admitted and non-admitted markets, with non-admitted/E&S underwriting experience strongly preferred* 6+ years of leadership or people management experience* Advanced knowledge of underwriting principles, coverage analysis, and risk management practices* Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Preferred* CPCU, AU, CIC, or similar professional designation* State insurance license(s), as applicableWorking Environment* Hybrid* Up to 10% travel* Occasional extended hours based on business needsWhy Join UsThis is an opportunity to lead strategy, influence portfolio performance, and shape a growing construction underwriting team within a collaborative specialty insurance environment.Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr