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
- Conduct valuations of:
- Plant & machinery (manufacturing, process plants, heavy equipment)
- Industrial assets and infrastructure
- Apply appropriate valuation approaches:
- Cost Approach (RCN/RCP – Replacement Cost New/Reproduction Cost)
- Depreciated Replacement Cost (DRC)
- Market Approach (where comparable data available)
2. Asset Inspection & Data Collection
- Perform physical inspections of machinery and plants
- Assess:
- Age, condition, capacity utilization
- Maintenance history and obsolescence (technical/economic)
- Installation and operational status
- Coordinate with plant engineers/management for technical inputs
3. Technical Analysis
- Evaluate:
- Useful life and remaining life of machinery
- Technological obsolescence and efficiency levels
- Understand process flows and production systems
- Interpret engineering drawings, equipment specifications, and layout plans
4. Costing & Depreciation
- Estimate:
- Replacement and reproduction cost
- Import duties, freight, installation, and commissioning costs
- Apply appropriate depreciation methodologies:
- Physical deterioration
- Functional obsolescence
- Economic obsolescence
5. Market Research
- Gather benchmark data on:
- Equipment pricing
- Secondary markets for machinery
- Industry trends impacting asset values
- Liaise with vendors, OEMs, and industry experts
6. Report Preparation
- Prepare comprehensive P&M valuation reports, including:
- Asset descriptions
- Methodologies and assumptions
- Valuation calculations and conclusions
- Ensure compliance with:
- IVS / RICS standards
- Client and regulatory requirements
7. Client Interaction
- Coordinate with clients for data collection and clarifications
- Assist senior valuers in:
- Presentations
- Responding to audit queries
- Delivering assignments within timelines
8. Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain robust documentation and working papers
- Ensure audit trails and defensibility of valuations
- Adhere to internal quality control processes
Qualifications
- Engineering background (Mechanical / Electrical preferred)
Additional Information
- – Exposure to industrial asset valuation and machinery assessment
- – Ability to carry out inspections, valuation analysis, and reporting
- – Capable of handling assignments independently
