VAS Vice President

CBRE; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Vice President in its Valuation Advisory Services to independently prepare market value appraisals and reports on real estate, with review by a Managing Director. The role emphasizes senior housing appraisals, data collection, and rigorous analysis to value diverse properties.

You will lead project teams, coordinate tasks, and ensure adherence to USPAP while expanding client relationships and knowledge across markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years commercial appraisal experience and 3 years of review experience.
• General State Certification/License required; MAI preferred.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills to prepare appraisal reports.

Responsibilities

• Identify value to be estimated by studying the appraisal request and scope of the project.
• Lead appraisal projects and potentially mentor trainees.
• Prepare appraisal reports describing physical and economic characteristics and methods.
• Maintain compliance with USPAP and confidentiality.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Strong analytical abilities

Leadership / team coordination

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree (four-year college or university)

Master's degree preferred

General State Certification/License

MAI preferred

Tools

Argus

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE VAS - Vice President, you will independently prepare market value appraisals on real estate with review by a Managing Director (one of whom must be [MAI] Member of the Appraisal Institute). You'll prepare real estate appraisal reports from start to finish on properties, including all Appraiser responsibilities as well as performing detailed appraisal analysis in order to value real estate.

About The Role

As a CBRE VAS - Vice President, you will independently prepare market value appraisals on real estate with review by a Managing Director (one of whom must be [MAI] Member of the Appraisal Institute). You'll prepare real estate appraisal reports from start to finish on properties, including all Appraiser responsibilities as well as performing detailed appraisal analysis in order to value real estate.

What You’ll Do

• Identify value to be estimated by studying appraisal request, problem to be solved, and scope of the project, such as, mortgage financing, insurance replacement cost calculation, estate valuation, tax appeals, corporate employee relocation, investment, or sale.
• Increased focus on Appraising for Senior Housing specifically.
• Calculate valuation method by selecting approach and techniques for valuing property, i.e., cost, direct sales comparison, and income capitalization; identifying property characteristics and attributes.
• Research and analyze property information by collecting, verifying, and analyzing data regarding inventory of similar properties, sales and listings, vacancies and offerings, absorption rates, demand studies, social, economic, governmental, and environmental characteristics, restrictions, encumbrances, covenants, contracts, declarations, special assessments, ordinances, cost and depreciation, income/expense and capitalization rate, history of ownership, and use of the property.
• Prepare appraisal report by describing physical and economic property characteristics, appraisal procedures used, and information analyzed; disclosing assumptions, and hypothetical and limiting conditions.
• Maintain organization reputation by conforming to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP); keeping information confidential.
• Update job knowledge by studying current real estate values and property development potential, including land use restrictions; participating in development opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations for the purpose of conducting accurate appraisals.
• Subscribe to overall company goals by adding to database, setting up a library, specializing in select real estate markets, mentoring trainees, and engaging in client development.
• Coordinate and assign tasks to co-workers within a team. Lead project teams and/or plan, and coordinate assignments of lower level employees. May have responsibility for identifying training needs, studying performance, mentoring, and motivating a group.

What You’ll Need

To perform this job efficiently, an individual will need to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform functions.

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university required. Master's degree preferred. A minimum of (8) years commercial appraisal experience and (3) years review experience. Institutional review experience is a plus.
• Must have General State Certification/License. MAI preferred.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret business documents. Ability to respond efficiently to issues. Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive style.
• Above-average knowledge of financial real estate terms and principles. Complete understanding of approaches to value of real estate assets.
• Ability to address problems and provide a variety of options in various situations. Requires high level analytical and quantitative skills with experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment.
• Must be proficient in Argus, MS Word, and MS Excel. Good writing skills.

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.

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).