Valuation Consultant, Private Sector (2 positions)

Role 1: Work from Home Office in Kelowna, BC

Role 2: Work from Home Office in Victoria, BC

Competition Number: VC-BC-17-04

Headquartered in Saskatoon, Suncorp Valuations is a dynamic growth-oriented leader in the global valuation industry.  Through offices in Canada and the U.S.A, we offer a full range of valuation, consulting and costing services for land, buildings, machinery and equipment, and for intangible assets such as patents, copyrights and franchises.

Utilizing robust research methodologies, valuation consultants develop reports that provide an opinion of value for assessed property and other assets.  Clients utilize reports for a variety of requirements including regulatory compliance, financing, litigation support, mergers and acquisitions, purchase price allocation, insurance placement and claims settlement.  Risk Management Services assist clients by identifying and mitigating risks such as the potential for accidents, property damage and theft.  For further details please refer to our website at www.suncorpvaluations.com.  Suncorp provides employee benefits, transit allowance, along with a bonus and RRSP program.

The Role.

We are seeking a Valuation Consultant to join our Private Sector Team in Kelowna and Victoria, BC.  The role is a work-from-home arrangement with the intent of expanding the marketplace to support a local office. The focus of the work is on the development of valuation reports for private sector clients.  This involves establishing the cost for the reconstruction of existing buildings, for insurance placement.  Through site inspections, research, expert analysis and collaboration, the Valuation Consultant develops a solid and defendable rationale for the final value assigned to a property.  Note that a large component of this role focuses on the costing process.

The Ideal Candidate.

We are seeking a Valuation Consultant to join our Private Sector Team in Kelowna and Victoria, BC.  The role is a work-from-home arrangement with the intent of expanding the marketplace to support a local office. The focus of the work is on the development of valuation reports for private sector clients.  This involves establishing the cost for the reconstruction of existing buildings, for insurance placement.  Through site inspections, research, expert analysis and collaboration, the Valuation Consultant develops a solid and defendable rationale for the final value assigned to a property.  Note that a large component of this role focuses on the costing process.  

The Requirements.

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Construction, Finance, Architectural Technology or a related field.
• Appraiser designation or candidate member with a willingness to obtain an ASA designation.
• Previous appraisal experience, construction experience or an understanding of building design, infrastructure and the ability to read blueprints is an asset.
• Working knowledge of financial definitions and applications preferred.
• Appraiser designation or membership in an appraisal institute is preferred –or
• Willingness to obtain an ASA or AACI designation is required.
• Willingness to travel to client sites, including extended stays and international travel.
• Valid Driver’s License, clean driving abstract and access to safe, reliable transportation.
• Bondable and provision of a criminal background check are required.
• Valid passport or ability to attain a passport.

The Competencies. 

• A genuine desire to go above and beyond to provide excellence in client service.
• Proactive, with a desire to drive results and exceed goals.
• Strong planning, organizational and time management skills.
• Solid computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to work with complex spreadsheets.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with acute attention to detail.
• Expert project planning skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks.
• Able to collaborate, share knowledge and leverage expertise as needed.
• Self-directed with the desire and ability to work independently.

The Application Process. 

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We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.  Please note that we do not accept phone or email inquiries in regards to open positions.