Real Estate Appraiser Trainee (Greater Chicago Area)

Seeking a motivated and detailed-oriented individual to join a growing small business within the Commercial Real Estate industry.

Responsibilities:

• Independently conduct site visits for commercial properties across Cook County
• Research and draft market analyses for a variety of property types
• Understand basic commercial lease types and the expenses associated with them
• Be able to read and interpret basic income and expense statements
• Learn to independently write appraisal reports
• Become acquainted with the legal aspects of the tax appeal process and the appraisal industry, as well as maintain license ethics standards
• Utilize appraisal software and Excel to efficiently produce high quality reports

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or other related field
• A strong interest in Commercial Real Estate / Real Estate Appraisal
• A basic understanding of income analysis as it pertains to income generating real estate investments
• Proficient Excel skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at once
• Professional written and verbal communication skills

Perks:

• Competitive pay (base-salary with bonus)
• 401k and healthcare
• Opportunity to grow and develop skills required for a career in Commercial Real Estate Appraisal
• Dedicated supervisor and team to facilitate career growth and aid in complex properties

About MVS

A regional commercial real estate appraisal and consulting firm, MVS utilizes the latest technology and techniques to provide quick and accurate valuation services for a variety of clients across the Midwest. Property types include Class A multifamily high-rises, Class A office buildings, hotels, industrial buildings, golf courses, movie theaters, student housing, self-storage, shopping centers and malls, and single-tenant retail buildings among others. As such, no project is too cumbersome for our team. At MVS, we pride ourselves on our highly educated team that has knowledge to work on complex properties while also being able to learn and develop new techniques as the Commercial Real Estate industry evolves.