Junior Appraiser/Estimator- Western Canada
About The Position
Join Suncorp Valuations and grow your appraisal career. Suncorp Valuations sets the standard in the industry, driven by its Customer Brand Promise: ON TIME, CREDIBLE, and PROFESSIONAL. With over 40 years of excellence, Suncorp Valuations has consistently earned the trust of clients across North America by exceeding expectations. This role is for an analytically minded individual with an interest in the appraisal industry and a foundational understanding of buildings or construction. As an Analyst, based in Western Canada, you will learn how to assess properties, analyze building information, and contribute to accurate and defensible valuation reports. Whether you’re just starting your appraisal career or bringing construction or inspection experience, Suncorp Valuations wants to hear from you.
Requirements
- Eagerness to start or advance appraisal career with a dynamic, growth-focused organization.
- Proactive, goal-oriented, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Enjoy building positive relationships with stakeholders and committed to providing high levels of service and meeting the Brand Promise.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
- Proficient with technology and ability to learn new digital tools and systems quickly.
- Willingness to travel regionally and nationally.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Full proficiency in written and oral English.
- Completion of post-secondary education.
- Strong digital literacy, including efficient file management, data accuracy, and attention to detail when working with technology.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Nice To Haves
- Foundational understanding of buildings or construction.
- Proficiency in additional languages.
- Solid construction knowledge.
- Experience with Field inspections of buildings and improvements for costing purposes.
- Experience with land and facilities inspections related to risk assessment purposes.
- Understanding of building codes, fire codes and bylaws.
- Knowledge of building design.
- Ability to read blueprints.
Responsibilities
- Travel to various locations to gather detailed information, measurements, and photographs on buildings, equipment and furnishings.
- Assist with conducting thorough research and expert analysis to develop solid, defensible value estimates.
- Assist in preparing Appraisal Reports (value estimates) and Insurance Appraisals (cost estimates).
- Alternate between fieldwork (on-site inspections) and office tasks (research, analysis, costing, and report preparation).
- Gain exposure to multiple sectors, such as Multi-residential, commercial, municipal and educational properties.
- Collaborate with skilled team members to ensure high-quality, defensible reporting.
Benefits
- On-the-Job Training
- Ongoing learning and professional development
- Performance-Based Rewards
- Recognition for competency-driven performance and achievements
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Supportive Team Environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
