Executive Director Insurance

NAES•Littleton, CO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

E3 Consulting, founded in 1999, is a leading technical advisor providing reviews of complex capital-intensive projects for capital providers, project developers, owners, and regulators. E3 primarily provides independent engineering and advisory services for energy, industrial, and public infrastructure projects. E3 operates as an independent subsidiary of NAES, a large provider of O&M, engineering, and environmental services in the power generation sector. E3 has a culture of teamwork and mutual respect and places high value on work-life balance. We offer a small business feel, while working on interesting and oftentimes cutting-edge projects largely in the energy sector. With the continued energy transition, E3’s renewables business continues to be a focal point of our team. The Executive Director of Insurance is responsible for developing and leading due diligence at E3 and vertically integrating services for our clients. This role involves evaluating insurance-related aspects of capital-intensive projects, ensuring comprehensive risk assessment, compliance, and alignment with technical, financial, and legal standards. Business development, leadership, and industry reputation will be pivotal in shaping E3's strategy in the insurance due diligence space, leveraging expertise, network, and industry relationships to grow E3’s business footprint in the insurance space.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Seven years of experience working in the insurance due diligence or related field.
Strong network of contacts from key project participants
Expert proficiency in insurance due diligence
Strong understanding of energy and industrial equipment, construction processes, and operational risks
Strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements
Strong understanding of current market terms for insurance
Excellent attention to detail in reviewing financial model inputs
Exceptional report writing and communication skills
Exceptional analytical skills
Strong experience with MS Office, including strong working expertise with Word, Excel, Teams and other MS Suite applications
The ability to work independently or as part of a team with expert organizational skills
Willingness to travel for work as may be required

Nice To Haves

Certification in risk management or insurance (e.g., ARM, CPCU) is a plus

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with E3’s VP, Operations to develop E3’s insurance due diligence practice, including best practices and tools
Hire and lead the team members required to provide a fully functional and successful practice
Conduct detailed reviews of contracts, insurance policies, endorsements, and certificates to assess coverage adequacy for project risks, compliance with lender/owner requirements, and alignment with technical and operational needs
Evaluate claims histories, risk profiles, and coverage gaps for high-value energy, infrastructure, and industrial projects
Collaborate with technical and engineering teams to ensure insurance policies adequately cover specialized equipment, machinery, and operational risks
Assess project-specific risks such as environmental impact, construction defects, operational hazards, and force majeure events
Manage client interactions and deliverable schedules
Lead insurance business development efforts
Support E3’s insurance team through continuous improvement and training opportunities
Ensure quality, consistency, and schedule deadlines of E3 deliverables
Mentor other team members
Work closely with project developers, owners, capital providers, and legal teams to align insurance coverage with overall project and financing requirements
Provide recommendations and solutions to mitigate identified risks
Work collaboratively with internal team to support team leads or receive information as may required to support overall project objectives
Deliver comprehensive insurance due diligence reports, clearly outlining risks, coverage adequacy, and compliance gaps
Maintain detailed records of assessments, communications, and recommendations
Stay informed about industry standards, competitor offerings (e.g., Moore McNeil, Stance Risk), and emerging risks in energy and infrastructure sectors
Advise clients on the latest insurance products, trends, and strategies
Lead efforts to drive new business by attending conferences, contacting and/or visiting clients and developing proposals for projects
Support marketing initiatives through active participation in collateral and sales support documentation