Consultant

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Job Description

Cushman & Wakefield’s Valuation & Advisory Grouphas been actively involved in the appraisal and consulting for institutional and corporate-related properties for over 50 years and is internationally recognized as an industry leader in real estate services. As one of the largest commercial real estate services firms in the world, C&W has extensive market knowledge, resources and geographic coverage to meet the needs of our clients around the globe.

We are currently seeking aConsultant, based in our Calgary office. The successful candidate will focus on providing our clients with an in-depth range of valuation and advisory services. As part of the Cushman & Wakefield network, you will benefit from access to all our best practices including technology and information access, global and national marketing and collaboration with your peers.

POSITIONSUMMARY

This position provides objective, impartial and unbiased opinions about the value of real property for a variety of clients and intended users. Performs a range of functions, including comprehensive and detailed market research, report writing and creating complex financial models.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the production of valuation reviews on real property using various methodologies including cost, income, and direct sales comparison approach.
• Conduct research and analysis to support the preparation of valuationreviews.
• Research and assess propertyinformation.
• Construct financial models including discounted cash flow utilizing ARGUSsoftware.
• Research benchmark rates of return, including cap rates and discountrates.
• Inspect property and interview marketparticipants.
• Prepare highest and best use land and propertystudies.
• Confirm the characteristics of different property types and ensure the correct propertyclassification.
• Work as part of a team on client engagements on a portfolio ofproperties.
• Support the efforts of others in the practice to ensure exceptional service to ourclients.

SKILLS

• Leadership – an individual with a positive attitude who leads byexample.
• Exceptional People Skills – a proven ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels of the organization and with current and prospective clients.
• Clarity – Strong communication skills both oral andwritten.
• Commitment – Ability to set clear and deliverablegoals.
• Accountability - Possesses resilience, passion and a commitment to deliver and be accountableforresults.
• Flexibility – the ability to prioritize and work on several projects atonce.
• Professional – an individual who understands the needs of our clients and puts that priority ahead of everythingelse.
• Communications – a strong ability to communicate through excellent verbal and writtenskill.
• Attention to Detail – demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in research, analysis, financial modelling and report preparation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree, preferable in finance, business, urban studies oreconomics.
• Strong communications skill both written andoral.
• Excellent command of the Englishlanguage.
• A valid driver’slicense.