NPV Advisors is always looking for talented employees for our various business lines. If you do not see an opening that fits your skill/experience, feel free to reach out to Chelle Fortner at chelle.fortner@npvadvisors.com to learn more about opportunities with our firm.
Job Openings
Job Description: The successful applicant will join our research group. Research Group members provide support to senior level appraisal staff and are responsible for several essential tasks that are crucial to the valuation process. This is a remote position; however the candidate must be in a located in a state where we have an office (Texas, Illinois, Colorado, Georgia).
- Gathering, cleaning, and analyzing data on various value influences;
- Researching local and regional social, economic, governmental, and environmental forces;
- Conducting supply and demand studies;
- Generating and formatting Excel graphs and charts; and
- Synthesizing research into well-written narrative reports
Applicants should enjoy writing and feel comfortable explaining findings in clear, concise language. This position and career is writing intensive with researchers and appraisers drafting full narrative reports of qualitative and quantitative analyses.
A research team member is also responsible for expanding his or her knowledge base by tracking current real estate trends, reading professional publications, as well as participating in educational opportunities and professional organizations.
The Research Group’s operations are based in Chicago, Illinois and Newport Beach, California. All team members not based in those offices will work in conjunction with one of those assigned groups. Successful applicants should feel confident in their ability to work with remote teams and demonstrate the necessary verbal and written communication skills.
This entry-level position provides a strong foundation in real estate research and direct exposure to the appraisal process. We welcome applicants from diverse educational backgrounds. We have had successful research team members with degrees including anthropology, sociology, English, communications, real estate/finance, business administration, music, psychology, and more. Prior team members have successfully transitioned into mentored commercial real estate appraiser trainee positions, senior research roles, or utilized their skills in new professions/grad school.
It is a full-time hourly position with the potential for overtime. The annual pay for this position ranges from $45,000 to $50,000 ($21.63 per hour to $24.04 per hour). Salary will be determined by experience, education, and location. NPV Advisors also offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a safe-harbor 401K.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in any concentration
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Interest in Real Estate and/or a career in real estate valuation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- One (1) year of prior office experience or substantial internship experience
About Us
From its inception as a boutique firm in the industry, National Property Valuation Advisors has evolved into one of the largest privately held real estate valuation and advisory services firms in the United States. We serve our clients through regional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Newport Beach, and Seattle. The company is recognized as a premier advisor to institutional investors and lenders.
NPV Advisors provides equal opportunity employment to all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national original, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are seeking an experienced full-time Commercial Real Estate Appraiser to join our team. This role is ideal for professionals with a proven track record of delivering high-quality appraisals. Appraisers with specializations or with a history of working on diverse and/or complex property types are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive property research and analysis, including collecting and verifying sales and lease data.
- Prepare narrative appraisal reports, describing physical and economic property characteristics, applied valuation methodologies, and supporting analyses.
- Utilize Argus Enterprise to input assumptions, property information, and evaluate cash flows for income-producing assets.
- Perform property inspections.
- Communicate directly with clients to address their needs and expectations.
- Work towards obtaining the MAI designation and fulfill continuing education requirements.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices through ongoing education, professional publications, and networking.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant appraisal experience.
- Certified General Appraiser license.
- Proficiency in Word and Excel; advanced knowledge preferred.
- Experience with Argus Enterprise (required).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to delivering quality results and maintaining professional standards.
Benefits
- Competitive fee-split compensation package based on experience.
- Company-sponsored licensing, education, and professional dues.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) plan with a safe harbor match.
Salary Range
$100,000 to $200,000+ depending on experience and productivity
About Us
From its inception as a boutique firm in the industry, National Property Valuation Advisors has evolved into one of the largest privately held real estate valuation and advisory services firms in the United States. We serve our clients through regional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Newport Beach, and Seattle. The company is recognized as a premier advisor to institutional investors and lenders.
NPV Advisors provides equal opportunity employment to all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national original, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Description
NPV Advisors is looking for a full-time valuation analyst to be part of our accelerated training program. We are hiring team members to join our April 2025 class. The applicant must be able to work from our Chicago, IL office.
The accelerator will be a 12-18 month program that prepares participants to become commercial real estate appraisers. The includes a combination of formal training on appraisal fundamentals as well as on-the job apprenticeship style training. Analysts will gain experience in an apprenticeship model whereby the candidate is paired with senior appraisal staff assisting with valuation procedures, modeling using Argus Enterprise and report writing. Analysts will gain familiarity in the appraisal of a wide array of property types with various levels of complexity from single-tenant industrial buildings to complex retail/mixed use developments.
Our training process is designed to identify and cultivate those who have the dedication and drive to rise to senior-level positions within our firm. Successful candidates will be open to moderate levels of travel, display comfort in research, analysis, and report writing, and will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
All analysts will be enrolled in courses at the Appraisal Institute to work toward licensing and state certification. Upon completion of the accelerator program, the analyst will have the knowledge and experience to advance to a staff appraisal position with the firm.
The salary for this position ranges from $50,000 to $60,000. Salary will be determined by experience, education, and location. NPV Advisors offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a safe-harbor 401K.
Responsibilities:
- Develop an understanding of appraisal principles and report writing
- Draft narrative reports that clearly articulate assumptions, methodology, and conclusions of the valuation process
- Conduct research on property fundamentals understanding national, regional, local, and property-specific trends
- Research and analyze comparable leases and sales
- Conduct market surveys
- Develop financial models utilizing Argus Enterprise
- Analyze cash flows for income-producing assets
- Work toward appraisal licensing
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university
- 1 to 3 years of prior work experience
- Passion for real estate and developing a career in valuation
- Strong analytical ability
- High level of attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to write in clear, concise language
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- No Argus Enterprise Experience is required
Successful team members have come from diverse educational backgrounds including liberal arts, social sciences, law, and business as well as a variety of past professional experience across a multitude of industries. Passion for real estate (even with no prior experience in the industry) as well as a desire to learn and build a career are required.
About Us
From its inception as a boutique firm in the industry, NPV Advisors has evolved into one of the largest privately held real estate valuation and advisory services firms in the United States. We serve our clients through regional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Newport Beach, and Seattle. The company is recognized as a premier advisor to institutional investors and lenders.
NPV Advisors provides equal opportunity employment to all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To Apply
Email a resume and cover letter to chelle.fortner@npvadvisors.com. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
Job Description
NPV Advisors is looking for a full-time valuation analyst to be part of our accelerated training program. We are hiring team members to join our April 2025 class. The applicant must be able to work from our Newport Beach, CA office.
The accelerator will be a 12-18 month program that prepares participants to become commercial real estate appraisers. The includes a combination of formal training on appraisal fundamentals as well as on-the job apprenticeship style training. Analysts will gain experience in an apprenticeship model whereby the candidate is paired with senior appraisal staff assisting with valuation procedures, modeling using Argus Enterprise and report writing. Analysts will gain familiarity in the appraisal of a wide array of property types with various levels of complexity from single-tenant industrial buildings to complex retail/mixed use developments.
Our training process is designed to identify and cultivate those who have the dedication and drive to rise to senior-level positions within our firm. Successful candidates will be open to moderate levels of travel, display comfort in research, analysis, and report writing, and will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
All analysts will be enrolled in courses at the Appraisal Institute to work toward licensing and state certification. Upon completion of the accelerator program, the analyst will have the knowledge and experience to advance to a staff appraisal position with the firm.
The salary for this position ranges from $55,000 to $70,000. Salary will be determined by experience, education, and location. NPV Advisors offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a safe-harbor 401K.
Responsibilities:
- Develop an understanding of appraisal principles and report writing
- Draft narrative reports that clearly articulate assumptions, methodology, and conclusions of the valuation process
- Conduct research on property fundamentals understanding national, regional, local, and property-specific trends
- Research and analyze comparable leases and sales
- Conduct market surveys
- Develop financial models utilizing Argus Enterprise
- Analyze cash flows for income-producing assets
- Work toward appraisal licensing
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university
- 1 to 3 years of prior work experience
- Passion for real estate and developing a career in valuation
- Strong analytical ability
- High level of attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to write in clear, concise language
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- No Argus Enterprise Experience is required
Successful team members have come from diverse educational backgrounds including liberal arts, social sciences, law, and business as well as a variety of past professional experience across a multitude of industries. Passion for real estate (even with no prior experience in the industry) as well as a desire to learn and build a career are required.
About Us
From its inception as a boutique firm in the industry, NPV Advisors has evolved into one of the largest privately held real estate valuation and advisory services firms in the United States. We serve our clients through regional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Newport Beach, and Seattle. The company is recognized as a premier advisor to institutional investors and lenders.
NPV Advisors provides equal opportunity employment to all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To Apply
Email a resume and cover letter to chelle.fortner@npvadvisors.com. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.