Appraiser or Estimator

WHAT YOU WILL DO

You will have a pivotal role in our appraisal services, conducting site inspections, gathering data, and collaborating to provide Appraisal Reports (value estimates), Insurance Appraisals (cost estimates), or Risk Management Reports (consulting services). Some days, you will be on the move, conducting site inspections to gather specifics, measurements of buildings, furnishings, equipment and take photographs. Other days, you will be in your home office preparing for site inspections or researching, analyzing and costing. You’ll work with a variety of buildings, from private sector properties to public sector facilities and gain experience across many sectors including multi-unit dwellings, commercial, municipal, and education.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

You’re eager to advance your appraisal career with a dynamic, growth-focused organization. Proactive and results-driven, you consistently strive to exceed goals. Your strong attention to detail and excellent observational skills ensures thorough and accurate inspections. You work independently, manage your time effectively, and demonstrate reliability and efficiency. Client-focused, you are committed to high service levels to meet our Brand Promise. You handle multiple projects with ease and are proficient with MS Office, digital tools and databases. You are willing to travel and have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

• Full proficiency in reading, writing, and oral interactions in English. Proficiency in additional language(s) is an asset;
• Post-secondary education;
• Solid construction knowledge;
• Field inspection experience related to buildings and improvements for costing purposes; and/or land and facilities inspections related to risk assessment purposes is an asset;
• Understanding of building codes, fire codes and bylaws is an asset;
• Understanding building design and ability to read blueprints are assets; and
• A combination of education, knowledge, and experience will be considered.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Suncorp starts your training and development on day one. We are with you every step of the way in your career, whether it is as a Professional Appraiser or in one of our highly valued support staff roles. We encourage you to pursue certification and provide the means to do it. We utilize the latest technology to provide you with the tools to succeed. Your efforts are rewarded with performance-based rewards, great benefits, and flexible work arrangements. Most importantly, you will be surrounded by highly supportive colleagues at every level of the organization.

WHO WE ARE

At Suncorp, “Our Business is Value”. Because we have been appraising fixed assets for over 40 years, we have become experts in tracking their value over time. Because we know what can go wrong, we can help clients manage risk and avoid losses associated with their property including liability and reputational risk, and because we understand replacement and repair costs, we can prepare Reserve Fund Studies and Depreciation Reports to assist clients in planning for the future. Simply put, we provide Appraisal, Valuation, Risk Management, and Asset Advisory Services on a global basis, that help clients to determine assets’ replacement cost, mitigate loss, and track everything and its value over time.