Senior Manager, Real Estate Valuation & Investigation Services

Aprio•Fairfield, NJ

About The Position

Aprio is seeking a Senior Manager to lead engagements and client relationships within its Real Estate Valuation & Investigation Services practice. The role manages a portfolio of concurrent engagements from scoping through delivery, serves as signing appraiser, reviews technical work, and leads complex commercial real estate assignments. The Senior Manager partners with the Practice Leader on business development and practice operations, including quality standards, team development, recruiting, and growth. The position also supervises and mentors Managers, Senior Associates, Associates, and trainee appraisers. The role requires a Certified General Real Property Appraiser credential and at least ten years of commercial real estate valuation experience. The posted salary range is $165,000–$225,000 per year.

Requirements

At least 10 years of commercial real estate valuation experience, including at least 3 years managing engagements and supervising staff.
Signing appraiser experience across a broad range of commercial property types.
Active Certified General Real Property Appraiser credential in good standing in at least one U.S. state, with ability to obtain credentials in additional states as needed.
Eligibility to serve as a supervisory appraiser, meeting AQB and state requirements for supervising trainee appraisers.
Strong record of managing client relationships and engagement economics.
Clear, well-organized report writing and ability to explain conclusions to non-specialists.
Advanced Excel and Argus Enterprise modeling skills.
Strong project management and delegation skills.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for client meetings and property inspections.
Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance, economics, accounting, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

MAI designation strongly preferred; Appraisal Institute Candidates for Designation with clear and demonstrated progress will be considered.
CCIM, ASA, MRICS, or AI-GRS designation.
Litigation support or expert testimony experience.
Experience with financial reporting, estate and gift, or portfolio valuation engagements.
Advanced degree.

Responsibilities

Manage concurrent engagements from scoping through delivery, including staffing, deadlines, and budgets.
Lead key client relationships and identify opportunities to expand Aprio’s services.
Draft proposals and engagement letters and scope assignments in accordance with USPAP and the client’s intended use.
Serve as signing appraiser and technically review reports prepared by Managers and Associates.
Lead complex assignments involving portfolios, proposed construction, partial and fractional interests, leased fee and leasehold interests, and special-purpose properties.
Prepare rebuttal and review reports; support counsel with depositions and trial, and provide expert testimony as needed.
Help maintain the practice’s quality control program, templates, and workfile standards.
Support business development with the Practice Leader through pitches, presentations, thought leadership, and referral relationships across Aprio.
Serve as a supervisory appraiser and coach team members on technical skills, report writing, and licensing progress.
Contribute to recruiting, onboarding, and campus relationship development.

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 a 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 with remote and hybrid options.
Competitive compensation and industry-leading benefits.