MANAGER/DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES

1 Full Time Permanent Position

Saskatoon, Office

Competition Number:  HR-SK-19-10

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

The position is located in Saskatoon and reports to the Owner/President of Suncorp Valuations. As a senior business partner, The Manager/Director, Human Resources establishes and supports human resource and organization development strategies that align with Suncorp’s vision, mission, objectives and business goals.  This role provides HR leadership and organization development expertise, direction, coaching and advice to Executive and Management teams, and HR support to mid and front line teams in all office locations. 

Through collaborative efforts, the Manager/Director, develops, communicates assesses, determines and directs Suncorp’s human resource policies, practices and procedures.  This encompasses program and policy development and deployment, and the coordination of HR processes, including but not limited to, corporate communication, full-cycle recruitment, employee movement, engagement, coaching and training, management development, performance management, and compliance management.  The incumbent works closely with the Chief Financial Officer in matters related to payroll, compensation and benefits.

A key focus of this role is to provide advice to the leadership group regarding HR policy & legislation, support managers dealing the employee issues, and develop and facilitate coaching and training programs to improve leadership capabilities. 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

Along with the required credentials, you are able to build trusting and credible relationships with all levels in the organization.  Your strong business acumen, operations, and HR expertise will ensure the strategic alignment of talent management practices.  There must be a desire

to continuously learn and keep abreast of Canadian and USA employment, OHS, human rights legislation in order to provide accurate advice for a multi-jurisdictional organization.  The ability and willingness to provide strategic, practical and tactical human resources support.  You have a natural ability to quickly assess the landscape of an organization and to influence new ways of thinking or doing things.  

THE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, or a BA in a related field or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum5 years of progressive experience in a Human Resources.
• Preferably 2 years’ experience as a line/operations manager.
• Understanding of HR governance/legislation, infrastructure, policy and program development.
• Proven project management, change management and implementation planning experience.
• Well versed with Employment and OHS legislation.
• Experience reading and interpreting financial documents.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office.

  THE ROLE COMPETENCIES: 

• INSPIRED LEADERSHIP requires high levels of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, personal agility, innovativeness and decisiveness.
• STRATEGIC OUTLOOK & ALIGNMENT includes the ability to innovate, understanding of the company and the market, conceptual thinking and business acumen.
• DRIVE FOR RESULTS & EFFICIENCY requires decisiveness, strength in people management, action & change management and analytical thinking.
• MANAGING & DEVELOPING OTHERS involves the ability to prioritize, delegate, coach, develop and empower others, communicate openly, praise successes, constructively communicate developmental opportunities and manage conflict.
• COLLABORATIVE WORKING RELATIONSHIPS depend on high individual accountability, consistent delivery on commitments, refined interpersonal skills, including open and transparent communication, and alignment around goals and deliverables.
• JOB MASTERY & DEVELOPMENT is dependent on the achievement of technical expertise in one’s chosen field and/or role and the establishment of credibility as a subject matter expert.

We pride ourselves in offering flexible work arrangements that allow our employees to balance work and life commitments. 

THE APPLICATION PROCESS: 

• Send your resume and cover letter to Kim Poley at kim.poley@suncorpvaluations.com

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

Valuation Consultant, Industrial Valuations Group

Full Time Permanent Position

Grafton, Wisconsin

VC-WI-19-03

Suncorp Valuations is a full service appraisal and valuation consulting firm.  From offices in Canada and the U.S.A. we provide global valuation services for land, buildings, machinery and equipment, that is used for financing, litigation support, mergers and acquisitions, and insurance placement purposes.  For more information on our services please visit our website at www.suncorpvaluations.com.  

The Role.

This full time permanent position is located in Grafton Wisconsin and reports to the Senior Managing Director, Industrial Valuation Group.  The focus of work is on the development of valuation reports for industrial properties.  This includes, but is not exclusive to banks, public and private companies, insurance companies, private equity groups and insurance brokers.  Through site inspections, research, expert analysis and collaboration, you will develop a solid and defendable rationale for the final value assigned to a property.  This requires the ability to develop, accurately prepare and present defendable conclusions of value, using the cost, market and income approaches to value.   

The Ideal Candidate.

Along with the required credentials, you enjoy working with a group of professionals and excel at research and analysis.  Although you are able to work independently, you enjoy leveraging the knowledge of coworkers to complete accurate assignments.  You have no problem working in a small office while collaborating with stakeholders in other offices.  You easily manage multiple projects and are naturally focussed on providing internal stakeholders and external clients with high levels of service.  You enjoy a role that provides in-office work, client interaction and travel to perform on-site investigation of client assets.

On a personal note, you are interested in developing your career through participation in internal and external professional development and enjoy a role that provides a combination of office work and travel to client sites.  Preference will be given to those that are a candidate member of the American Society of Appraisers.    

The Requirements

• University Degree or Diploma in a complementary discipline; Engineering, Physical Sciences, Finance, Economics, Construction, Architectural Technology or a related field;
• ASA designation will be considered an asset;
• Minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably appraising machinery, equipment and/or buildings;
• Valid Driver’s License, clean driving abstract and access to safe, reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel to client sites, including extended stays, and international travel;
• Bone fide requirements of the position include possession of a current or ability to obtain a valid North American passport and no restrictions that impact obtaining a VISA.

The Competencies

• Strong customer services skills;
• 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 task;.
• 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 your resume via email and include in the subject line 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.  Please note that we do not accept phone or email inquiries in regards to open positions.

Junior Valuation Consultant, Industrial Valuations Group

Full Time Permanent Position

Grafton, Wisconsin

VC-WI-19-09

Suncorp Valuations is a full service appraisal and valuation consulting firm.  From offices in Canada and the U.S.A. we provide global valuation services for land, buildings, machinery and equipment, that is used for financing, litigation support, mergers and acquisitions, and insurance placement purposes.  For more information on our services please visit our website at www.suncorpvaluations.com.  

The Role.

This full time permanent position is located in Grafton Wisconsin and reports to the Senior Managing Director, Industrial Valuation Group.  The focus of work is on the development of valuation reports for industrial properties.  This includes, but is not exclusive to banks, public and private companies, insurance companies, private equity groups and insurance brokers.  Through site inspections, research, expert analysis and collaboration, you will develop a solid and defendable rationale for the final value assigned to a property.  This requires the ability to develop, accurately prepare and present defendable conclusions of value, using the cost, market and income approaches to value.   

The Ideal Candidate.

Along with the required credentials, you are seeking an opportunity to become a Valuation Consultant.  You are eager to learn, work with a group of professionals, and enjoy research and analysis.  Although you are able to work independently, you enjoy leveraging the knowledge of coworkers to complete accurate assignments.  You have no problem working in a small office while collaborating with stakeholders in other offices.  You easily manage multiple projects and are naturally focussed on providing internal stakeholders and external clients with high levels of service.  You enjoy a role that provides in-office work, client interaction, and travel to perform on-site investigation of client assets.

On a personal note, you are interested in developing your career through participation in internal and external professional development and enjoy a role that provides a combination of office work and travel to client sites.  

The Requirements

• University Degree or Diploma in a complementary discipline; Engineering, Physical Sciences, Finance, Economics, Construction, Architectural Technology or a related field;
• New graduate who has interest in pursuing an exciting career as a Valuation Consultant;
• Valid Driver’s License, clean driving abstract and access to safe, reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel to client sites, including extended stays, and international travel;
• Bone fide requirements of the position include possession of a current or ability to obtain a valid North American passport and no restrictions that impact obtaining a VISA.

The Competencies

• Strong customer services skills;
• 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 task;.
• 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 your resume via email and include in the subject line 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.  Please note that we do not accept phone or email inquiries in regards to open positions.