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How much do insurance risk engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for insurance risk engineer in New York City, NY is $111,320.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,900.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an insurance risk engineer do?

An Insurance Risk Engineer assesses potential risks associated with a business or property to help insurers make informed underwriting decisions. They analyze safety protocols, operational procedures, and structural conditions to identify hazards and recommend risk mitigation strategies. Their goal is to minimize potential losses for both the insurer and the policyholder by implementing effective preventive measures. Risk engineers often conduct site inspections, review compliance with industry regulations, and provide detailed reports to underwriters. This role requires a strong understanding of engineering principles, risk assessment methodologies, and industry-specific safety standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an insurance risk engineer?

To thrive as an Insurance Risk Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering or a related technical field, strong analytical abilities, and in-depth knowledge of risk assessment methodologies. Familiarity with risk modeling software, industry safety codes, and certifications such as CFPS (Certified Fire Protection Specialist) or ARM (Associate in Risk Management) is highly valued. Exceptional communication, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail are key soft skills for effectively interacting with clients and translating complex technical findings. These competencies ensure accurate risk evaluations, support underwriters, and help mitigate losses, ultimately protecting both insurers and their clients.

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Infographic showing various Insurance Risk Engineer job openings in New York City, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $111,320 per year, or $53.5 per hour.

Senior Risk Engineer - Construction

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Who are we?

A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.


We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?


Learn more about our unique culture and history.


Job Opportunity:


Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Risk Engineer specializing in the Property Construction segment supporting our rapidly growing Builder’s Risk business. The position reports directly to the SVP Risk Control, Energy and Construction, North America however all Risk Engineers at BHSI are fully integrated with the Underwriting team(s). Ideally, candidates would be located near an existing North American BHSI office with a Builder’s Risk presence, including Toronto, New York, Houston, or Plymouth Meeting, PA.


Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Support Builder’s Risk underwriting teams globally
  • Conduct technical desktop construction project reviews to inform our underwriting teams enabling profitable underwriting risk assessments
  • Attend occasional site visits when needed to improve our knowledge of the risk
  • Communicate effectively with other Risk Engineers, the Underwriting team, the Valuation team, and the Claims team
  • Represent BHSI in the marketplace by interacting and communicating effectively, professionally, and respectfully with customers when discussing findings, recommendations or seeking clarification while participating at site visits or customer meetings
  • Support other lines of business as needed


Qualifications, Skills and Experience:


  • 10 years (+) in both field and account engineering related to property construction insurance
  • Extensive experience across a variety of project types / occupancies
  • High degree of experience with both EAR and CAR project types
  • Highly skilled in effective professional communication, both written and verbal
  • Strong knowledge of project safety practices


BHSI Offers:

  • A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates.
  • A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and our other stakeholders.
  • A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.
  • Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include:
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
  • Life Insurance (for you and your family)
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  • Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Parental Leave

The base salary range for this position is $165,000 to $185,000, along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by their relevant skills, location, and experience. We value our teammates – both their capabilities and character – as demonstrated by our amazing culture.


NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.