Act as consultant to underwriters and Home Office professionals on new loan opportunities and equity investments. Provide third-party oversight for all valuation decisions required in the Southwest region. Manage the engagement, receipt, and review of third-party appraisal reports on large and complex commercial properties. Serve as the primary contact between underwriters and real estate professionals in the marketplace. Provide ongoing risk assessment for the existing portfolio of apartment, office, retail, and industrial assets. Prepare appraisals and assist Acquisitions, Asset Management, and Servicing Groups with valuation issues. Provide appraisal support for our loan monitoring system. Work independently to iden