Senior Construction Casualty Underwriter

Hartford Fire Ins. Co; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hartford in Houston, TX (hybrid) seeks an experienced Middle & Large Business Construction Underwriter. Lead underwriting and pricing for complex construction casualty risks, collaborate with agents, brokers, and internal teams to deliver profitable solutions.

This role offers a path to leadership and the opportunity to shape risk strategy across casualty lines, with a base pay range of $99,600 to $186,000 and a comprehensive total compensation package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial construction casualty underwriting experience.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, especially evaluating loss history and risk characteristics.
• Financial acumen and sound underwriting judgment.
• Customer-first mindset with a collaborative approach.
• Ownership mentality with follow-through and adaptability in a dynamic market.
• Willingness to conduct in-person sales calls throughout the metro area.
• Valid driver’s license (company pool car may be provided).

Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting and pricing strategy for complex guaranteed cost construction risks.
• Manage account stewardship, renewal planning, and retention strategies.
• Drive strategic planning and operational excellence across the portfolio.
• Identify cross-sell and up-sell opportunities across casualty and related lines.
• Collaborate with agents, brokers, and internal stakeholders in a high-performing team.

Skills

Construction underwriting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Sales calls

Driver's license

Stakeholder collaboration

Underwriting

Job description

The Hartford in Houston, TX (hybrid) seeks an experienced Middle & Large Business Construction Underwriter. Lead underwriting and pricing for complex construction casualty risks, collaborate with agents, brokers, and internal teams to deliver profitable solutions.

This role offers a path to leadership and the opportunity to shape risk strategy across casualty lines, with a base pay range of $99,600 to $186,000 and a comprehensive total compensation package.