Administrative Assistant – Full Time Temporary (up to 1 year)

Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Suncorp Valuations is a dynamic growth-oriented leader in the valuation industry, providing full service appraisal and valuation consulting services.  Through offices in Canada and the U.S.A., we offer a range of valuation 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 needs including regulatory compliance, financing, litigation support, mergers and acquisitions, purchase price allocation, insurance placement and claims settlement.  Our risk management department assists 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.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager of Administration, this position is pivotal in sustaining business operations through internal and external client support activities in the Vancouver office.  The focus of the role is to support the marketing and appraisal staff, predominantly through the completion of error free, time sensitive file set ups and valuation reports for private sector clients.

Additional responsibilities include reception, general office administration, and providing support to other team members with the completion of appraisal reports.  The role is fast paced, with a variety of accountabilities, and provides the opportunity to grow and expand within and beyond the role requirements.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

Along with the required credentials you excel at time management, are able to balance conflicting priorities, manage a high workload, and be a strong team player.   You are naturally focused on providing high levels of client service and ensure accuracy of your work through inquiry and well-honed review and proofreading skills.  You are able to work independently and communicate openly with business partners to ensure work is completed to required standards and within given timelines.  You are detail focused and comfortable performing work that requires high levels of accuracy in a high volume environment.

THE REQUIREMENTS

• A certificate or diploma from a recognized administrative program.
• Two to three years office administrative or related experience.
• Extensive experience using Microsoft Office Suite; expertise with Word and Excel.
• Exceptional written and oral English language skills.
• Proficient, accurate and fast keyboarding skills (60 wpm minimum).
• Demonstrated ability to learn new software applications.

  THE ROLE COMPETENCIES: 

• Outgoing and friendly with pleasant and professional phone manners.
• High attention to details.
• Active listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Genuine interest in providing high levels of internal and external customer service.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Able to multi task with constant interruptions.
• Can work competently with minimum supervision.
• Proactive, with a desire to drive results and exceed goals.
• Determined and hard working.
• High personal and professional standards.
• Team player able to support and collaborate with internal stakeholders.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS: 

• Send your resume to the email provided indicating where you saw the posting.
• In the Subject Line place the competition number, then your first and last name.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Senior Software Developer

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 incentive and RRSP programs.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of IT Services, the Senior Software Developer is pivotal to our software development team. As a technical leader, the Senior Software Developer will work with a small team of developers in our Saskatoon office, to enhance, maintain, and develop software that is critical to sustaining and streamlining business operations.

In this role you will participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle including determining requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and support. The Senior Software Developer will work closely with stakeholders to identify requirements and set priorities and deadlines. Along with software development, the incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance and expansion of our reporting systems including client-facing and internal management reports. Supporting the existing and new software post deployment is also a key part of this role.

The Ideal Candidate

Along with the required credentials and impressive technical skills, you are excited about joining a dedicated, passionate team that creates innovative software solutions. You are an accomplished software developer with a deep understanding of developing software in a multi-tiered environment. Although you are able to work independently, you thrive in a team environment and are able to appropriately leverage the knowledge of coworkers to overcome difficult challenges. You enjoy working in an office environment, while collaborating with stakeholders in other offices. You easily manage multiple projects and are naturally focussed on providing internal stakeholders with high quality service. You are forward thinking and resilient when faced with setbacks. On a personal note, you are interested in developing your career through on-going professional development.

The Requirements

• Post-secondary Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five to eight years professional software development experience.
• One year of experience in a related position demonstrating technical leadership.
• Project management experience in some aspects of the software development lifecycle.
• Experience designing and developing multi-tiered software applications.
• Expertise in .NET programming (VB or C#), and TSQL
• Expertise with ADO.NET in a stateful mode.
• Experience with Winforms development in Visual Studio
• Knowledge of MS SQL Server.
• Experience with source control tools.
• Knowledge of Crystal Reports or similar report writer.
• Strong Database skills with understanding of SQL, relational databases, and SQL optimization.
• Experience in the creation of stored procedures/functions, triggers and other database objects.
• Understanding of networking protocols and technologies.
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems and domain environments.
• This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

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.
• Ability to balance competing priorities between project and non-project work.
• Strong problem solving skills with ability to analyze and understand data.
• Detail oriented and organized with robust analytical skills.
• Self-motivated with solid oral and written communication skills.
• A strong team player that demonstrates integrity and ownership.
• Proven experience working in a cross-functional team environment.
• Capable of writing clear and complete technical and functional specifications.

The Application Process 

Please send an email to address below providing the following information:

• Salary expectations
• Where you saw this posting.

In the Subject Line place the competition number, followed by your first and last name.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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. 

Please send an email to address below providing the following information:

• Salary expectations
• Where you saw this posting.

In the Subject Line place the competition number, and region of interest, followed by your first and last name.

• Without this subject line your application can not be processed.

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.

Senior Software Developer

Competition Number: AA-SK-17-07

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 incentive and RRSP programs.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of IT Services, the Senior Software Developer is pivotal to our software development team. As a technical leader, the Senior Software Developer will work with a small team of developers to enhance, maintain, and develop software that is critical to sustaining and streamlining business operations.

In this role you will participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle including determining requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and support. The Senior Software Developer will work closely with stakeholders to identify requirements and set priorities and deadlines. Along with software development, the incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance and expansion of our reporting systems including client-facing and internal management reports. Supporting the existing and new software post deployment is also a key part of this role.

The Ideal Candidate

Along with the required credentials and impressive technical skills, you are excited about joining a dedicated, passionate team that creates innovative software solutions. You are an accomplished software developer with a deep understanding of developing software in a multi-tiered environment. Although you are able to work independently, you thrive in a team environment and are able to appropriately leverage the knowledge of coworkers to overcome difficult challenges. You enjoy working in an office environment, while collaborating with stakeholders in other offices. You easily manage multiple projects and are naturally focussed on providing internal stakeholders with high quality service. You are forward thinking and resilient when faced with setbacks. On a personal note, you are interested in developing your career through on-going professional development.

The Requirements

• Post-secondary Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five to eight years professional software development experience.
• One year of experience in a related position demonstrating technical leadership.
• Project management experience in some aspects of the software development lifecycle.
• Experience designing and developing multi-tiered software applications.
• Expertise in .NET programming (VB or C#), and TSQL
• Expertise with ADO.NET in a stateful mode.
• Experience with Winforms development in Visual Studio
• Knowledge of MS SQL Server.
• Experience with source control tools.
• Knowledge of Crystal Reports or similar report writer.
• Strong Database skills with understanding of SQL, relational databases, and SQL optimization.
• Experience in the creation of stored procedures/functions, triggers and other database objects.
• Understanding of networking protocols and technologies.
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems and domain environments.

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.
• Ability to balance competing priorities between project and non-project work.
• Strong problem solving skills with ability to analyze and understand data.
• Detail oriented and organized with robust analytical skills.
• Self-motivated with solid oral and written communication skills.
• A strong team player that demonstrates integrity and ownership.
• Proven experience working in a cross-functional team environment.
• Capable of writing clear and complete technical and functional specifications.
   

The Application Process 

Please send an email to address below providing the following information

• Salary expectations
• Where you saw this posting.

In the Subject Line place the competition number, followed by your first and last name.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.