PDI

06/01/2026

One broker. One package. Everything your A&E firm needs, from property and business income to employee dishonesty and contract penalty coverage, built specifically for design professionals.

https://www.pdiins.com/insurance/package-coverages/

05/29/2026

After 144 years of construction, the Sagrada Família in Barcelona is finally nearing completion in 2026 — the 100th anniversary of architect Antoni Gaudí's death. Not a bad week to appreciate what the profession can accomplish.

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Long-awaited museums, record-breaking skyscrapers and a soaring Catholic basilica — these architecture projects are worth a closer look.

05/26/2026

Contract language that requires "the highest standard of care" or "error-free" design documents can expose architects and engineers to liability their E&O policy won't cover. The American Society of Civil Engineers breaks down the legal risks and what design professionals should watch for before signing.

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While owners often assume that design professionals guarantee flawless projects, the law recognizes that design is an iterative, judgment-based process subject to uncertainty.

05/22/2026

Have a great Memorial Day weekend!

https://www.pdiins.com/honoring-our-fallen-heroes/

05/20/2026

From worldwide coverage to blanket joint venture protection, the right E&O policy for design professionals covers more than most expect. Learn what features to look for — and what questions to ask.

https://www.pdiins.com/insurance/policy-features/

05/19/2026

As the MGU for Beazley Lloyds , we are preparing updates to our professional liability program. Key features include:

🔹Broader appetite for design professionals
🔹Competitive premium and limits in these design classes
🔹Experienced claims handling
🔹Broker-focused efficiency

As specialists in design professional liability, we work with select markets to deliver focused solutions.

Additional program details will be released following our website update. Retail brokers seeking early information are encouraged to connect with us: www.pdiins.com

05/18/2026

General contractors are frequently named in design-related claims — even when the error traces back to an architect or engineer. E&O coverage tailored to GCs addresses gaps that general liability simply doesn't cover.

https://www.pdiins.com/insurance/general-contractors/

05/15/2026

Construction managers carry more risk than most people realize.
Whether they're providing Agency services, managing time and budget, or taking on CM At Risk responsibilities covering the full project from design to completion, the liability exposure is significant. Design errors, construction defects, contract disputes — any one of them can threaten a project and a firm.

That's where PDI comes in.

PDI has specialized exclusively in professional liability for architects, engineers, construction managers, and design-build contractors for nearly 35 years. We work with domestic carriers and Lloyd's of London markets, including exclusive programs for Design/Build Contractors and CM at Risk firms — and we'll review contracts for your clients, too.
If you have a construction manager who needs E&O coverage, we know the territory.
Contact PDI: (317) 570-6945 |

www.pdiins.com/insurance/construction-managers/

05/13/2026

Risk allocation shifts significantly based on project role. In design-build or delegated design projects, contractors may assume:

🔹Direct design responsibility
🔹Coordination and integration risk
🔹Expanded indemnity obligations

Owners, depending on contract structure, may face:

🔹Vicarious professional exposure
🔹Liability driven by risk transfer provisions

The coverage strategy must reflect the insured’s actual role in the project, not just their title.

Professional Design Insurance works with retail brokers to structure professional liability coverage aligned with project delivery method and contractual responsibility. If you would like to review an account, we are available to assist: www.pdiins.com