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Subcontractor Default Underwriting Lead

San FranciscoFull-time$200k–$240k2026-10-19 → 2026-10-22
On-site · United States

Core

Lead the launch and strategy of a new Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) product for the construction industry, defining underwriting guidelines, managing portfolio profitability, and building a team.

Role type

Senior IC Subcontractor Default Underwriting Lead

Builds

Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) product and portfolio

Domain

Commercial Insurance / Construction

Required skills

Subcontractor Default Insurance underwriting expertise, construction industry knowledge, financial analysis, portfolio management, people leadership, broker relationship management, policy wording judgment, market trend analysis

Preferred skills

Construction accounting, finance, or law background

Technologies

SDI program structure tools, contractor financial analysis tools, portfolio views

Responsibilities

Define SDI strategy and underwriting guidelines, secure capacity from partners, underwrite new and renewal programs, hire and coach underwriters, market the product to brokers, monitor in-force programs, and track construction market trends.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities