Sr Vice President Valuation

Overview

Founded in 1969, Kidder Mathews is the largest, independent commercial real estate firm on the West Coast, with more than 900 professionals and staff in 20 offices in Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, and Arizona. We offer brokerage, property management, appraisal, consulting, and debt & equity finance services for all property types. The firm performs over $10.9 billion in transactions, manages over 62 million square feet of space, and conducts 2,600 appraisals annually.

Kidder Mathews Valuation Advisory seeks smart, entrepreneurial, and highly motivated individuals to work as Appraisers. We offer a competitive compensation package and a full spectrum of benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), payment of Appraisal Institute dues and BREA fees, and an education stipend for AI candidates.

Job Summary

The Sr. Vice President, Valuation is responsible for independently preparing market value appraisals for commercial real estate and other properties, preparing appraisal reports, staying current on real estate market conditions, and mentoring trainees. The role involves developing and maintaining client relationships and mentoring/training Associate Appraisers and/or Trainees.

• Develop business and source jobs including bidding, delivery timing, and fee quotes
• Produce and authorize letters of engagement or contracts
• Fully develop valuation analysis, conclusions, and appraisal reports
• Inspect properties and gather data from property stakeholders
• Complete appraisals including area descriptions, market analysis, site description, and improvement descriptions
• Research, analyze, and report on regional and local market conditions, including employment, population, household income, and development trends
• Gather data for estimating value, including comparables, market statistics, zoning applicability, and tax/assessment data
• Produce high quality reports accurately and on time
• Manage billing and collection of appraisal fees
• Identify and resolve issues related to appraisals as they arise
• Provide informal assistance such as technical guidance and mentorship to peers
• Stay current on market and economic conditions
• Develop and maintain industry relationships and partnerships

• Perform other duties or projects as requested or required

Essential

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the competencies (minimum knowledge, skill, and ability) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents
• Demonstrated ability to solve advanced and complex problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Strong computer skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Team-oriented with proactive problem-solving
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload and work outside normal office hours to meet deadlines
• Follow through and complete tasks
• Professional development and continual learning
• Ability to independently travel to property inspections
• Must have a working vehicle, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience
• General State Certification/License
• MAI Designation

• Understanding of approaches to value real estate assets
• Above-average knowledge of financial real estate terms and principles

• 5+ years of commercial appraisal experience

• Standard office environment; may visit property sites in various settings including industrial areas with loud noises and mild fumes

• Regularly talk and hear; active role may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching
• Prolonged computer use; close vision required
• Ability to drive for short to moderate distances
• May access outdoor areas and building roofs; occasional lifting up to 10 pounds

• There are no direct supervisory responsibilities

Kidder Mathews is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We accommodate candidates with disabilities. Please contact  if you need an accommodation. All residents:
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