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Commercial Appraiser

Cushman & Wakefield
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
Job Title

Commercial Appraiser

Job Description Summary

The successful candidate will have the ability to appropriately engage valuation assignments, identify the scope of work and determine the appropriate approaches and methodology for valuing property as well as complete assignments in connection with commercial real estate valuation and consulting projects. Duties include data collection and market research, analyzing complex highest and best use scenarios, analyzing revenue and expense performance, developing cash flows utilizing discounted cash flow models, analyses of comparable sales, detailed cost analyses, and drawing market comparisons in developing opinions of value. This role requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills in addition to excellent communication skills. May provide mentorship to less experienced professionals. Opportunities to develop new business and manage client relationships available.

Job Description

Our Valuation & Advisory professionals have the privilege of working across the full spectrum of commercial real estate valuation. The diversity of our practice and the breadth of our client base allows our professionals to provide comprehensive real estate valuation services ranging from traditional appraisal reports, to market studies and feasibility analysis, and participation in multi-service line strategic consulting.

We believe what we do matters and makes a difference. Respect for each other and our clients is at the forefront of our business. We believe in collaboration, connection and supporting one another. Our team is highly engaged and empowered to reach their fullest potential. If these values resonate with you, consider joining our team.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
  • Desire to function in a team environment and proactively problem solve
  • Dedication to providing timely, reliable and courteous service to clients
  • Demonstrated ability to follow through and complete tasks
  • Attentiveness, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills
  • Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents
  • Demonstrated ability to solve advanced and multifaceted problems
  • Commitment to professional development and continual learning
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and skills.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Certified General Appraiser license
  • Candidate for MAI designation a plus
  • 2-5 years of experience appraising commercial real estate
  • Mastery of MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Outlook/Teams, PowerPoint)
  • Experience with Argus Enterprise or Rockport VAL a plus

The Compensation for this position is: salary fee-split and expected annual compensation of $75,000 - $200,000

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

Salary : $75,000 - $200,000

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