Company Description
Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI) is a global diversified professional services and investment management company operating through three industry-leading businesses: Commercial Real Estate, Engineering, and Investment Management. With greater than a 30-year track record of consistent growth and strong recurring cash flows, we scale complementary, high-value businesses that provide essential services across the full asset lifecycle. Our unique partnership philosophy empowers exceptional leaders, preserves our entrepreneurial culture, and ensures meaningful inside ownership — driving strong alignment and sustained value creation for our shareholders. With $5.7 billion in annual revenues, 27,000 professionals, and $109 billion in assets under management, Colliers is committed to accelerating the success of our clients, investors, and people worldwide.
Job Description
The Analyst – Plant & Machinery Valuation will support valuation assignments for industrial assets, including machinery, equipment, and infrastructure, across sectors such as manufacturing, power, infrastructure, oil & gas, and logistics. The role involves technical analysis, cost estimation, depreciation assessment, and report preparation in line with valuation standards (IVS / RICS / local guidelines).
Valuation Execution
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Conduct valuations of:
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Plant & machinery (manufacturing, process plants, heavy equipment)
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Industrial assets and infrastructure
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Apply appropriate valuation approaches:
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Cost Approach (RCN/RCP – Replacement Cost New/Reproduction Cost)
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Depreciated Replacement Cost (DRC)
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Market Approach (where comparable data available)
2. Asset Inspection & Data Collection
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Perform physical inspections of machinery and plants
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Assess:
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Age, condition, capacity utilization
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Maintenance history and obsolescence (technical/economic)
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Installation and operational status
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Coordinate with plant engineers/management for technical inputs
3. Technical Analysis
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Evaluate:
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Useful life and remaining life of machinery
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Technological obsolescence and efficiency levels
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Understand process flows and production systems
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Interpret engineering drawings, equipment specifications, and layout plans
4. Costing & Depreciation
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Estimate:
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Replacement and reproduction cost
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Import duties, freight, installation, and commissioning costs
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Apply appropriate depreciation methodologies:
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Physical deterioration
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Functional obsolescence
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Economic obsolescence
5. Market Research
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Gather benchmark data on:
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Equipment pricing
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Secondary markets for machinery
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Industry trends impacting asset values
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Liaise with vendors, OEMs, and industry experts
6. Report Preparation
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Prepare comprehensive P&M valuation reports, including:
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Asset descriptions
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Methodologies and assumptions
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Valuation calculations and conclusions
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Ensure compliance with:
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IVS / RICS standards
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Client and regulatory requirements
7. Client Interaction
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Coordinate with clients for data collection and clarifications
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Assist senior valuers in:
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Presentations
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Responding to audit queries
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Delivering assignments within timelines
8. Compliance & Documentation
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Maintain robust documentation and working papers
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Ensure audit trails and defensibility of valuations
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Adhere to internal quality control processes
Qualifications
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Engineering background (Mechanical / Electrical preferred)
Additional Information
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– Exposure to industrial asset valuation and machinery assessment
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– Ability to carry out inspections, valuation analysis, and reporting
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– Capable of handling assignments independently
