Manager, Real Estate Valuation & Investigation Services

Aprio•Timonium, MD

6d•$125,000 - $165,000

About The Position

Aprio is seeking a Manager to join its Real Estate Valuation & Investigation Services practice. The Manager owns engagements from kickoff through final report, managing day-to-day delivery, developing core analyses, signing reports, and coaching Associates. The role provides valuation services across diverse commercial property types and intended uses, with expanded client contact and leadership responsibility. It also offers an opportunity to deepen valuation expertise, progress toward the MAI designation, and contribute to a growing practice. The Manager manages engagement scope, workplans, staffing, and deadlines; prepares and signs appraisal, appraisal review, and consulting reports; and builds and reviews valuation analyses, including discounted cash flow models using Argus Enterprise or Excel. The position leads property inspections, market research, and highest and best use analyses; reviews Associate and Senior Associate work for technical accuracy, USPAP compliance, and clarity; and serves as a primary client contact. The Manager also supports litigation assignments, develops junior team members, contributes to proposals and marketing materials, and improves practice processes.

Requirements

At least six years of commercial real estate valuation experience.
Active Certified General Real Property Appraiser credential in good standing in at least one U.S. state.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and meet concurrent deadlines.
Strong narrative report writing and attention to detail.
Advanced Excel skills and experience with Argus Enterprise and CoStar.
Clear, confident communication with clients and team members.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel for property inspections.
Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, economics, accounting, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience as a Certified General appraiser.
MAI Candidate for Designation, enrolled with the Appraisal Institute and actively progressing toward the MAI.
Supervisory appraiser eligibility, or progress toward meeting AQB and state requirements.
Experience with financial reporting, tax, or litigation valuation assignments.
Progress toward CCIM or ASA.

Responsibilities

Manage individual engagements, including scope, workplan, staffing, and deadlines.
Prepare and sign appraisal reports, appraisal reviews, and consulting reports across property types and intended uses.
Build and review income, sales comparison, and cost approach analyses, including DCF models in Argus Enterprise or Excel.
Lead property inspections, market research, and highest and best use analyses.
Perform first-level review of Associate and Senior Associate work for technical accuracy, USPAP compliance, and clarity.
Serve as a primary client contact during engagements and respond to questions from lenders, auditors, and counsel.
Support litigation matters with research, analysis, and draft reports; provide testimony with senior support as experience develops.
Coach and train Associates and Senior Associates and serve as supervisory appraiser when eligible.
Contribute to proposals, marketing materials, and practice process improvements.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account.
401(k) with profit sharing.
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure.
Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers.
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion.
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group, and individual performance.
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales.
Wellness program.
Flexible working environment, including remote and hybrid options.
Competitive compensation and industry-leading benefits.