VAS Director

CBRE; Saddle Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a VAS Director in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, responsible for driving growth across business lines and supporting the Managing Director. This role involves performance management, client engagement, and technology adoption to improve service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of commercial real estate appraisal experience, along with relevant licenses and leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial real-estate appraisal experience.
• Real-Estate Appraisal Licenses (Certified General) required.
• Professional designations (MAI) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance of producers and manage workloads.
• Coordinate training and development of direct reports.
• Engage clients and grow relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Performance management

Risk management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE VAS Director, you will be accountable for the growth and performance of all business lines in a market and assist a Managing Director in a region. Key areas include advising professionals, leading performance and service delivery, assisting the MD in driving client outcomes, recruiting, developing, and retaining talent, and deploying key platform initiatives.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the performance of producers, manage workloads, ensure performance targets are met, and ensure team members follow guidelines and quality and risk management protocols.
• Coordinate training, development, mentoring, and regular monitoring of direct reports’ performance, resolve issues, and address unique situations.
• Be responsible for client engagement, crafting new client relationships, growing existing relationships, and focusing on client outcomes. Perform industry and company research using online tools and publicly available information, assist in preparing reports and schedules for delivery to numerous parties, and promote the broader CBRE business and cross‑sell opportunities within the business.
• Participate in the development, deployment, and adoption of key VAS technology initiatives with a focus on enhancing productivity and maintaining a consistently high‑quality product. Drive adoption of a groundbreaking operating platform, including technology and data as they are developed or supported within the company Digital & Technology strategy, and promote operational efficiency to achieve operational excellence and national standardization.
• Attend local industry events and develop a “thought leadership” positioning in the local market. Conduct company, industry, and economic research and educate local area market teams.
• Oversee risk identified through CBRE’s Enterprise Risk Management Program and the VAS Quality Risk Management policies and procedures.
• Supervise a mix of direct and matrix reports, and lead and support staff in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, rewarding performance, and retention.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS); Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of commercial real‑estate appraisal experience.
• Prior supervisory and/or leadership experience with team oversight responsibilities preferred.
• Applicable Real‑Estate Appraisal Licenses (Certified General) required.
• Professional designations (MAI) preferred.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret business documents.
• In‑depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits and Compensation

Minimum salary: $175,000 annually; maximum salary: $200,000 annually. Additional benefits include 401(K), dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, and eligibility for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s benefit program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CBRE is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity. We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.