Commercial Appraiser

Commercial Appraiser

Merit Advisors

What Gives Us Purpose

Merit Advisors is a team of expert consultants committed to crafting holistic solutions that improve your cash flow and add profit back to your bottom line. With a track record spanning over 20 years, Merit offers deep experience in energy, heavy industry and construction, and works with companies across the commercial sector.

What We Seek

We are looking for a Commercial Real Estate Appraiser who brings knowledge and expertise to our growing firm.

You will need to have a self-driven, conscientious mentality with a commitment to high-quality work.

What Your Day Will Look Like

The Commercial Real Estate Appraiser is responsible for conducting valuation research and analysis and generating appraisal reports in support of our Appraisal and Valuation practice. In general, you can expect to:

• Perform detailed inspections to determine property use and value commercial/Industrial/Manufacturing properties using modern appraisal techniques

• Perform and understand Highest & Best Use principles and Market trends

• Analyze problems coherently and provide precautionary advice and explanation of values to clients

• Determine damage to remainder and value loss for Condemnation assignments.

• Determine worth of potential major improvements, construction, and/or demolition

• Compile research in detailed reports

• Ensure accuracy and quality of reports and alignment with USPAP

• Defend appealed assessments and attend hearings as required

• Work efficiently with existing staff creating an Appraisal Team.

You’re perfect for this role if you:

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders

• Possess a clear understanding and knowledge of USPAP

• Have strong research and technical writing skills

What You Bring

• Five to seven years of experience appraising and/or reviewing appraisals of various commercial property types

• Experience in real estate, banking, or financial industry

• Bachelor’s degree (required) in Real Estate, Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field

• MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute

• State Certification for General Real Estate Appraiser’s License required; must be in good standing with state licensing and certification board

What We Provide

At Merit, we ask a lot of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to your competitive salary, PTO program, medical/dental/vision plan, and matching 401(k), you’ll enjoy company-sponsored events, continuous learning opportunities, and the flexibility to manage your work/life balance.