What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Analyst/Appraiser Opportunity position at O'Brien Right of Way Valuation?
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site position for a Real Estate Analyst/Appraiser located in Fort Worth, TX. This position is responsible for performing real estate research and analysis to assist in the valuation of real property for right-of-way projects. This includes collecting and coalescing pertinent data, assisting in market analysis, and analyzing economic trends in designated regions, in addition to learning the appraisal process – specifically for right-of way projects. This position reports to a designated Sr. Analyst or Director.
Position Responsibilities:
- Analyze demographic information of market areas and economic trends which include employment, average wages, median incomes, traffic counts, etc.
- Perform interviews with brokers and local real estate professionals to gather property specific information and general market economic conditions.
- Gather information on new developments and other demand generators in the market area using market participant interviews and online research.
- Research comparable market land sales, improved commercial, industrial, and multi-family sales, market rents, etc.
- Provide assistance in writing appraisal reports while learning basic appraisal methodology.
- Utilize Google Earth and engineering schematics to outline and analyze land acquisitions on right-of-way projects.
- Assist in preparing exhibits and work files for Special Commissioners Hearings and trials.
- Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Basic understanding of real estate markets and economic supply/demand.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; this position involves a great deal of primary research and must be comfortable speaking with individuals via phone and synthesizing this information in written narrative form.
- Display strong analytical skills, including the ability to gather information, conduct analyses, and present findings.
- Solid organizational and follow-through skills, performing work accurately with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to meet deadlines and effectively prioritize a fast-paced and varied workload, effectively manage a variety of concurrent and shifting priorities.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite (prefer advanced knowledge in Excel).
Minimum Qualifications
- Positive attitude; humble; hungry and team player.
- Bachelor’s degree (an emphasis in business, economics, real estate a plus, but not required) from an accredited university.
- Experience in real estate research, market analysis, or commercial appraisal is a plus but not required.