Senior Underwriter - Construction

Skyward Specialty is a property and casualty insurance holding company formed in 2007. Based in Houston, Texas, and with staff throughout the country, Skyward Specialty provides admitted and non-admitted solutions to retail and wholesale distributors, managing general agents and captive markets. We have built highly respected businesses in specialty lines including management professional liability, medical stop loss, surety, E&S property and liability, and large commercial property, as well as multi-line solutions for the energy, trucking and construction industries.

At Skyward Specialty, we approach this business differently. In fact, we’re different from most others in our industry in just about every way. We have the spirit of a start-up with the security of over $1.7 billion in Written Premium. We put immense brain power and energy into finding greater insights to uncover better opportunities for our clients, partners, and people. We think at a higher level, so they can succeed at a higher level.

We are committed to a Diverse Workforce

Skyward Specialty is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nativity, neurodiversity, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. For more information about us please visit www.skywardinsurance.com

The position of an Senior Underwriter is to manage the administration of a production underwriting team.  You will work closely with agents and your team to process renewals and business activities that support marketing and underwriting decisions.  You will be managing assigned accounts and be responsible for profitable underwriting results.  This position is specific to our Construction Division.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Gathers information from retail agents and Underwriting Assistants in order to determine the degree of risk by examining application forms, inspection reports, and historical loss information.
• Evaluates applicant factors by reviewing applicant financial standing, age, occupation, accident experience, and value and condition of property.
• Determines terms, conditions, and complex rating plans.
• Ability to offer coverage, terms and conditions which generate a profit for the Company while meeting the needs of the customer.
• Understand loss trends, loss triangles and rate making.
• Properly classifying and pricing risks as well as evaluating commercial business for risk acceptability and renewal retention.
• Develop and manage departmental operating budget. Take corrective action to guarantee that the process of achievement of objectives falls within designated budgets.
• Is responsible for the overall direction, training, development and evaluation of department staff; carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
• Promote a culture of personal responsibility/accountability and open communications. 
• Ensure fair and ethical policies and practices in all relationships and operations.
• Other duties as may be assigned as the business continues to develop.

• Five (5) years or more of solid commercial underwriting experience;
• Required experience specifically in Construction Underwriting (Heavy Construction, Crane, Rigging, Excavation, etc).
• Certificates or Licenses as required by regulatory entities.
• Relevant professional designations or claims-specific certifications highly desirable.

Compensation & Benefits

The applicable base salary for this opportunity is $135,000 - $185,000.  The base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements.  In addition to the base salary, this opportunity may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition and professional certification assistance, 401k savings, elective participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Program, paid time off, paid holidays, and child bonding leave, as well as other employee assistance programs.

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