VAS Senior Associate

CBRE; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a VAS Senior Associate to prepare market value appraisals with minimal supervision. You will generate appraisal reports, enter data in the property database, photograph subject and comparables, and drive the neighborhood for market context.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in commercial real estate appraisal, plus proficiency in Argus and MS Office. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for timely, accurate client service.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Analytical skills with the ability to present information clearly.
• Understanding of financial real estate concepts and valuation methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare market value reports from cover to cover with minimal guidance from a senior appraiser.
• Perform analysis and research for simple properties and assist Sr. Appraiser/Managing Director.
• Apply Argus and third-party databases to compile data for appraisal reports.
• Examine basic income-producing properties and write market-based analyses.
• Support data confirmation, client discussions, and additional research as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university

Tools

Argus

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE VAS Senior Associate, you will prepare market value appraisals on real estate with minimal direction and oversight, training, and mentoring by Senior Appraiser or Manager. You'll prepare appraisal reports, including entering data in the property database, taking photos of the subject and comparables, and driving the neighborhood. You will confirm data, conduct discussions with market participants, and perform additional research as needed.

As a CBRE VAS Senior Associate, you will prepare market value appraisals on real estate with minimal direction and oversight, training, and mentoring by Senior Appraiser or Manager. You'll prepare appraisal reports, including entering data in the property database, taking photos of the subject and comparables, and driving the neighborhood. You will confirm data, conduct discussions with market participants, and perform additional research as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Complete market value reports from cover to cover with little analytical guidance from a senior appraiser.
• Prepare and complete analysis and research for simple properties assigned to an appraisal report. (To be reviewed by Sr. Real Estate Analyst/Managing Director)
• Apply Argus (cash flow software) and 3rd party databases to compile data for appraisal reports.
• Examine and analyze simple income-producing properties and write an analysis based on market comparisons.
• Make a comparison based on sales of similar properties with significant input from the Sr. Appraiser.
• Analyze past revenue and expense performance and project a stabilized operating statement.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university.
• Minimum of two plus years of related experience and/or training in Commercial Real Estate Appraising. Advanced training in Appraisal/Valuation Services is a plus.
• Right of Way (ROW) appraisal experience preferred.
• State Certification (Certified General Appraisal License) preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to customers. Ability to present information.
• Requires average knowledge of financial real estate terms and principles. Basic understanding of approaches to the value of real estate assets.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite required. Good writing skills.
• Decisions made with an understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and timelines. Responsible for setting own project timelines. Errors in judgment may have a short-term impact on co-workers and supervisors.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Disclaimers

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

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine the compensation structure for this role, including a candidate’s education, training, licensing, skills and experience. This role’s compensation structure includes a base salary and additional incentive compensation such as fee splits and other incentives. The minimum base salary for the VAS Senior Associate position is $47,500.00 annually and the maximum base salary for the VAS Senior Associate position is $47,500.00 annually. The compensation potential that a successful candidate can receive will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, performance, and experience.

This role will provide the following benefits:

• 401(K)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing 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.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).