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J.S. Held LLC

Vice President, Economic Damages & Valuations (MAI)

J.S. Held LLC, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Vice President, Economic Damages & Valuations (MAI) J.S. Held is a global consulting firm providing technical, scientific, and financial expertise across all assets and value at risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high‑stakes events demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, clear‑cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

Job Description We are seeking a qualified commercial real estate appraiser who is MAI‑designated by the Appraisal Institute for our Houston, TX office. Primary responsibilities include hiring (as needed), developing, and overseeing commercial real estate appraisal staff with the appropriate technical skills to serve local and regional markets. You will generate new client business, conduct commercial real property research and analysis, and prepare valuation and other expert advisory reports for general commercial real estate valuation, estate planning, mergers & acquisitions, litigation support, and forensic accounting related to real property damages. Engagements involve up to 70% litigation ranging from family law to shareholder disputes and insurance‑related damage claims. Activities also include managing document requests, building valuation models, conducting site visits, collaborating with other financial forensic engagements, and maintaining strong client interactions.

Qualifications

College undergraduate degree.

MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute.

High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Strong quantitative and analytical skills; ability to analyze large data sets and translate into visual or concise formats for presentation.

Comfortable with finance and related issues such as operating statements, rent rolls, and income property appraisal.

Solid oral and written communication skills, including report development.

Effective organizational and multitasking skills to meet fluctuating deadlines.

Attention to detail and meticulous documentation per J.S. Held requirements.

Ability to research industry, economic, and benchmark data and apply to analysis.

Maintain the quality of the J.S. Held brand in all communications.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with common real estate valuation data resources.

Potential to contribute to articles in professional journals.

Additional Information We understand that flexibility is essential. Our flexible work environment allows remote work when needed, and we offer a flexible time‑off policy, medical, dental & vision insurance, 401(k) match, and commuter benefits.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility.

Flexible time‑off policy.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) match.

Commuter benefit.

Salary range: $150,000 – $200,000, based on skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, and management responsibility.

Other Duties This job description is not exhaustive. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

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We embrace diversity and are unwavering in our commitment to building an inclusive team. J.S. Held is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation during recruitment, please email jobs@jsheld.com with subject “Applicant Accommodation” and your request.

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