AVP, Construction Underwriter

Everest Group•Atlanta, GA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Everest Insurance Company is seeking an AVP Underwriter to join its Construction Excess Casualty team. The role is available in Atlanta, Georgia, or New York, New York, and reports to the Head of Construction Excess Casualty. The successful candidate will underwrite construction casualty risks, maintain market relationships, and deliver strong service and underwriting results. The position focuses on leading underwriting and pricing for Umbrella and Excess Casualty policies covering U.S. construction risks across various program types, while growing a profitable portfolio and supporting construction industry initiatives across the organization.

Requirements

At least 3–5 years of casualty insurance industry underwriting experience; construction experience is preferred.
Experience working on various program types, such as wrap-up programs, project-specific placements, and annually renewable contractor programs.
Established market relationships with construction casualty producers and agents.
Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to think creatively about risks and program design.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Construction underwriting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Underwrite and price Umbrella and Excess Casualty policies for U.S. construction-based risks across various program types.
Cultivate strong relationships with brokers, clients, and key industry stakeholders.
Collaborate with Claims, Actuarial, Risk Engineering, Regional Leadership, and Sales & Distribution teams to meet service standards and underwriting goals.
Adhere to portfolio management goals and objectives to maintain underwriting discipline and book profitability.
Conduct risk assessments for construction-related accounts and ensure timely, accurate file documentation.
Grow the construction excess portfolio in preferred casualty construction business.
Support construction industry practice initiatives across the organization and other underwriting business units.
Participate in relevant industry events and conferences.