Top 13 Loan underwriter Jobs in Milwaukee, Wi

UW, Construction & Renovation
Ixonia Bank —Brookfield, WI
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
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SBA Credit Analyst 6
U.S. Bank National Association —Brookfield, WI
- $111,095 - $130,700 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
9d
Commercial Credit Analyst
Johnson Financial Group —Milwaukee, WI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
Loan Coordinator
Novus Home Mortgage —Brookfield, WI
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- 1 year
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Loan Delivery Credit Specialist
Novus Home Mortgage —Brookfield, WI
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- 5 years
- Research
- Mid-level
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Middle Market Construction Underwriter, Account Executive
The Travelers Companies, Inc. —Brookfield, WI
- $89,800 - $148,300 a year
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Mortgage Loan Closer
Tri City National Bank —West Allis, WI
- $24 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
8d
Escrow Officer - Mequon, WI
Anywhere Real Estate —Mequon, WI
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Consumer Document Preparation Coordinator
LANDMARK CREDIT UNION —Brookfield, WI
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Research
- Office
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Director / VP of Credit
PACE Equity —Milwaukee, WI
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Word processing
- Office
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Mortgage Loan Processor, Full-Time (West Allis)
GUARDIAN CREDIT UNION —West Allis, WI
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Office

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Ixonia Bank -
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Qualifications

Underwriting verification process
Automated underwriting system
Construction specifications
Microsoft Excel
Loan compliance checks
Regulatory compliance evaluation
Microsoft Outlook
Underwriting guidelines adherence
Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans
Valuation
Consumer lending analysis in risk and credit
Conventional mortgage loans
Mid-level
Real estate quality control
3 years
Quality control audit
Construction mortgage loans
Real estate appraisal regulatory compliance
Analysis skills
Construction plans
Construction drawing review
Staff training
Industry knowledge of financial regulations
Mentoring
SharePoint
Real estate (financial collateral)
Loan approval guidance
FHA Direct Endorsement Certification
Collateral evaluation (loan underwriting)
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Full Job Description

The Construction and Renovation Underwriter is responsible for analyzing, evaluating, and underwriting residential construction, construction-to-permanent, renovation, rehabilitation, and specialty renovation mortgage loans. This position ensures loan applications meet agency, investor, regulatory, and company guidelines while delivering sound credit decisions and maintaining exceptional service levels. The Underwriter works closely with loan officers, processors, contractors, appraisers, and internal stakeholders to assess borrower qualifications, construction feasibility, project budgets, and collateral adequacy.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive knowledge of residential mortgage underwriting, construction lending, renovation financing programs, and applicable regulatory requirements. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate underwriting decisions and requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Underwrite residential construction, renovation, and rehabilitation mortgage loan applications in accordance with agency, investor, and company guidelines.
Analyze borrower creditworthiness, including income, assets, liabilities, employment, reserves, and overall financial capacity.
Review construction and renovation plans, budgets, contractor information, draw schedules, and project feasibility.
Evaluate appraisal reports, plans and specifications, permits, inspections, and related collateral documentation.
Assess risk factors and determine eligibility for construction-to-permanent financing and renovation loan programs.
Review and validate contractor credentials, licensing, insurance coverage, and project experience as required.
Ensure loan files meet FHA 203(k), Fannie Mae HomeStyle®, Freddie Mac Choice Renovation®, USDA, VA, and proprietary loan program guidelines as applicable.
Calculate qualifying income for self-employed, commissioned, and complex borrowers.
Issue credit decisions, conditions, suspense notices, and final approvals within established service-level expectations.
Collaborate with processing, closing, quality control, compliance, and secondary marketing teams to resolve underwriting concerns.
Provide clear and concise explanations regarding loan decisions and required conditions.
Review and approve construction draw requests and project milestones when applicable.
Maintain a thorough understanding of evolving agency, investor, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in audits, quality control reviews, and investor examinations.
Serve as a subject matter expert for construction and renovation lending products.
Assist with training and mentoring junior underwriters and operations staff.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Comprehensive knowledge of residential mortgage underwriting principles and risk assessment.
Strong understanding of construction-to-permanent and renovation loan products.
Knowledge of FHA, VA, USDA, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and non-agency underwriting guidelines.
Familiarity with construction budgeting, project funding, draw administration, and contractor management.
Understanding of residential appraisal methodologies and property valuation standards.
Knowledge of mortgage lending regulations and compliance requirements.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective problem-solving and risk evaluation skills.
Proficiency with Loan Origination Systems (LOS), Automated Underwriting Systems (AUS), and mortgage technology platforms.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3-5 years of residential mortgage underwriting experience.
Minimum of 2 years underwriting construction, renovation, or rehabilitation loans preferred.
DE, SAR, VA LAPP, or other underwriting certifications are a plus.
Experience with FHA 203(k), HomeStyle®, Choice Renovation®, and construction-to-permanent lending strongly preferred.
Experience using Microsoft Office products (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint).

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