VP, Program Manager

About the Role.

The Vice President, Program Manager will oversee PURE Programs E&S High Value Builder’s Risk program, serving as the senior leader responsible for carrier relationships, portfolio performance, and long-term product strategy. This role carries full accountability for underwriting execution, profitability, and growth across the Builder’s Risk product line.

Reporting directly to senior underwriting leadership, this individual will lead a cross-functional effort to strengthen PURE’s market position in the high-value residential construction segment. The VP will collaborate closely with underwriting, claims, distribution, and carrier partners to ensure consistent underwriting discipline, product innovation, and service excellence.

This role demands a strategic thinker with deep expertise in high-value residential construction risk and a strong understanding of the E&S and admitted markets. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of progressive experience in construction underwriting, program management, or related disciplines.

What You’ll Do.

Program Strategy & Oversight

• Lead the strategic direction and management of PURE’s High Value Builder’s Risk program.
• Define underwriting appetite, pricing strategy, and performance standards aligned with profitability and growth goals.
• Oversee portfolio performance, providing analysis, reporting, and actionable insights to executive leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in underwriting practices, governance, and partner engagement.
• Lead renewal and expansion negotiations with carrier partners to ensure alignment of interests and long-term stability.

Carrier & Market Partnerships

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for carrier partners, ensuring transparency, trust, and aligned objectives.
• Represent PURE externally as a subject matter expert in high-value residential construction risk.
• Oversee carrier reporting, reinsurance coordination, and compliance with program terms and service standards.
• Identify opportunities for market expansion, new coverage solutions, or distribution enhancements.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide direction and mentorship to the Course of Construction (COC) Underwriting Manager and related underwriting teams.
• Foster an environment of collaboration, accountability, and professional development.
• Partner with internal stakeholders—including Product, Claims, Finance, and Legal—to deliver consistent program execution and governance.
• Champion PURE’s values through balanced decision-making support both member experience and business performance.

Underwriting Excellence & Execution

• Maintain oversight of underwriting discipline and authority delegation across the Builder’s Risk portfolio.
• Support underwriters and managers in evaluating complex or unique construction risks.
• Ensure adherence to PURE’s underwriting framework, documentation standards, and audit requirements.
• Oversee rate, form, and coverage evolution to maintain competitiveness and risk alignment.

What We’re Looking For.

• Minimum 15 years of experience in high-value residential construction underwriting, program management, or related fields.
• Deep technical expertise in construction risk, including ground-up residential projects and renovation exposures.
• Proven success in managing carrier relationships, negotiating reinsurance or delegated authority arrangements.
• Strategic leader with the ability to balance long-term vision and near-term execution.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional designation (CPCU, ARM, CRIS) preferred.

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