SVP, Senior Credit Officer - CRE & Construction Lending

NASB • Kansas City, KS

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

SVP, Senior Credit Officer - CRE & Construction Lending Our mission is to create exceptional experiences for our customers that help them achieve their dreams, and we seek extraordinary individuals with the talent and passion to help us bring those dreams to life. Are you looking for a fulfilling career with a dynamic company culture, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact? At North American Savings Bank (NASB), we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch customer service and financial solutions to support our customers achieve their dreams, whether it's buying their first home or planning for retirement. We believe exceptional customer service starts with an outstanding work culture that rewards hard work, provides the right tools for success, and values a healthy, happy team. With over 92 years of success and continued growth, NASB is seeking new team members eager to grow with us! We are currently looking for an SVP, Senior Credit Officer, to join our Commercial Real Estate & Construction Lending team.

Requirements

• 15+ years commercial banking experience with CRE and construction focus.
• 10+ years credit leadership experience.
• Deep expertise in underwriting, portfolio management, and risk governance.
• Experience with CECL, stress testing, and concentration risk.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with regulators, audits, and Board-level reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead credit analyst team and oversee day-to-day underwriting operations.
• Review and approve credit memorandums and complex transactions.
• Ensure timely, accurate assessment of CRE and construction loans.
• Maintain underwriting standards and credit quality.
• Develop and maintain credit risk framework, policies, and concentration limits.
• Monitor KRIs, rating migration, delinquency, and emerging risks.
• Contribute to CECL/ACL analysis and reserve adequacy.
• Provide credible challenge and participate in credit committees.
• Analyze portfolio performance, concentrations, and market trends.
• Conduct stress testing and sensitivity analysis.
• Track policy exceptions and identify systemic risk issues.
• Report to senior management, Audit Committee, and Board.
• Oversee underwriting for residential construction and development, SFR, BTR, multifamily, and CRE build-to-suit projects.
• Evaluate project feasibility, absorption, and exit strategies.
• Align portfolio strategy with market conditions and risk appetite.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies on construction and commercial real estate matters.
• Support internal and external audits, examinations, and loan reviews.
• Maintain sound credit governance practices.
• Mentor and develop credit and underwriting personnel.
• Foster a strong credit culture and accountability.
• Establish performance expectations and succession planning initiatives.
• Work with executive leadership across lending and risk functions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% employer match on the first 6% of your contribution
• Generous paid time off (PTO) including 11 holidays, your birthday, and volunteer time
• Exclusive mortgage and banking benefits.
• Employee referral bonuses
• Internal training and development programs to help reach your career goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed