Comm Appraisal Services Conslt.

Bank of America; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America seeks a seasoned Commercial Real Estate Appraiser to lead appraisal services for corporate lending, scope and bid processes, and external vendor management. You will supervise reviews, ensure compliance, and contribute to training across client teams.

The role requires an active state-certified CRE appraisal credential, 5+ years of experience, proficiency in Argus/Rockport Val, Excel and Word, and strong technical writing. Remote work capability and MAI designation are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active State-Certified General Real Estate Appraisal Credential is required.
• 5+ years commercial real estate appraisal experience.
• Proficiency in Argus and Rockport Val; Excel; Word.
• Strong written opinions and ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting; adapt to valuation method changes.

Responsibilities

• Scope requests for appraisal services and manage bidding/awards with external vendors.
• Oversee appraisal reviews and ensure contract compliance and quality.
• Manage vendor relationships and supervise procurement or review teams as needed.
• Provide client team training and support as required.

Skills

RE Appraisal Credential

CRE Appraisal Experience

Argus

Rockport Val

Excel

Word

Technical Writing

Remote Work

MAI designation

Education

MAI designation

Bachelor's degree (financial)

Tools

Argus

Rockport Val

Job description

Job Description:

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being an inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting our teammates' physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and how we make an impact in the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture with specific requirements for office-based attendance and which allows for an appropriate level of flexibility for our teammates and businesses based on role-specific considerations.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact.

Job Description:

Orders and reviews appraisals and evaluations used for commercial real estate lending and provides appraisal and consulting services to all lines of business and transaction-specific professional guidance. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, scoping requests for services, bidding process, award process, managing external suppliers and appraisal review. Additional responsibilities may include client team training; supervisory responsibilities, including management of procurement or review teams; and/or management of external reviewers.

Evaluates valuation requests for policy/regulatory compliance:

• Develops vendor statements of work for each order
• Selects prequalified vendors and distributes RFPs
• Executes award and monitors vendor performance
• Reviews reports for contract compliance; grades performance
• Performs quality assurance (detailed) reviews

Invoice preprocessing and validation

1st -level business and vendor dispute resolution (e.g. vendor selection, utilization frequency, invoicing, etc.)

Required Skills:

• Active State-Certified General Real Estate Appraisal Credential
• 5+ years commercial real estate appraisal experience
• Intermediate proficiency in the use of the following software applications: Argus and/or Rockport Val, (cash flow software), Microsoft Excel (spreadsheet).
• Basic proficiency in other department programs including: Microsoft Word (word processing)
• An in-depth working knowledge of valuation theory and methodology for commercial and residential appraisals
• Able to write concise technical opinions in language comprehensible to expert and layman alike
• Able to work independently in a remote setting
• Commercial appraisal review experience for federally-regulated banking institution or equivalent highly preferred
• Able to adapt to new technology and changes to recognized valuation methods and techniques

Desired Skills:

• 2+ years commercial appraisal review experience for federally regulated banking institution or equivalent
• MAI designation
• Bachelor's degree (financial degree or equivalent)

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40

Pay Transparency details

US - IL - Chicago - 110 N Wacker Dr - Bank Of America Tower Chicago (IL4110)

Pay and benefits information

Pay range

$90,400.00 - $156,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.

Discretionary incentive eligible

This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.

Benefits

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.