Energy Construction and Renewables Executive Underwriter - Remote (TX)

The Jonus Group•Houston, TX

3d•$170,000 - $200,000•Remote

About The Position

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Underwriter, Energy Construction & Renewables to join a team. This role involves underwriting complex energy construction and renewable risks, including utility-scale and distributed renewable projects, while contributing to the growth of the energy portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in energy construction and renewables underwriting, excellent relationship management skills, and the ability to develop innovative insurance solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; CPCU or other relevant industry certifications preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of commercial underwriting experience, with a focus on energy construction and/or renewable energy risks.
Deep technical expertise in energy construction and renewables underwriting, including solar, wind, battery storage, and related infrastructure projects.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risks and develop innovative solutions.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a client-focused and solutions-oriented approach.
Proven ability to manage relationships with brokers and clients at a senior level.
Familiarity with insurance programs, project-based underwriting, and multinational construction placements.
Willingness to travel as needed for client, broker, and project site meetings.

Responsibilities

Underwrite and manage a portfolio of complex energy construction and renewable energy accounts, including solar, wind, battery storage, and related infrastructure projects.
Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients to drive profitable growth in the energy construction and renewables segment.
Analyze and evaluate construction, operational, and project-specific risk exposures to deliver tailored insurance solutions.
Collaborate with underwriting teams and internal stakeholders on large, complex, or specialized accounts.
Monitor market trends and contribute to the development of underwriting strategies, appetite, and product offerings related to energy transition risks.