Senior Construction Underwriter & Regional Leader

Liberty Mutual Insurance; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Mutual Insurance is seeking an experienced Underwriter for its large accounts construction practice, focusing on wrap-ups and joint ventures nationwide. The role aims to grow the Central region while maintaining a profitable book, through sound underwriting, broker partnerships, and targeted use of resources.

The successful candidate will mentor less experienced underwriters and participate in strategic department initiatives, driving excellence in underwriting decisions and portfolio

Qualifications

• Degree in Business or equivalent typically required.
• 7–10+ years of progressive underwriting experience.
• CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Risk Selection and Underwriting: Evaluate, price, and underwrite complex construction risks with account eligibility, exposures, program structure, pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Agent and Broker Relationship Management: Build partnerships through service, communication, site visits, renewal discussions, and understanding of customers’ businesses.
• Portfolio Management and Growth: Manage a large, complex book with focus on profitable growth, retention, diversification, and market share.
• Underwriting File Quality and Compliance: Maintain thorough underwriting files and ensure reviews, referrals, approvals, and signoffs comply with regulations.
• Technical Leadership and Talent Development: Mentor and coach underwriters, share best practices, and provide feedback to leadership.
• Continuous Improvement and Strategic Projects: Participate in initiatives to improve processes, tools, and underwriting results.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Business or equivalent

CPCU or professional Insurance designation

Job description

Liberty Mutual Insurance is seeking an experienced Underwriter for its large accounts construction practice, focusing on wrap-ups and joint ventures nationwide. The role aims to grow the Central region while maintaining a profitable book, through sound underwriting, broker partnerships, and targeted use of resources.

The successful candidate will mentor less experienced underwriters and participate in strategic department initiatives, driving excellence in underwriting decisions and portfolio