Senior Underwriter - Bridge

Senior Underwriter - Bridge

Job ID

227037

Posted

22-Aug-2025

Service line

Advisory Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Capital Markets

Location(s)

Atlanta - Georgia - United States of America, Boston - Massachusetts - United States of America, Charlotte - North Carolina - United States of America, Chicago - Illinois - United States of America, Dallas - Texas - United States of America, Denver - Colorado - United States of America, Houston - Texas - United States of America, Los Angeles - California - United States of America, Nashville - Tennessee - United States of America, New York City - New York - United States of America, Newport Beach - California - United States of America, Orlando - Florida - United States of America, Phoenix - Arizona - United States of America, Saint Louis - Missouri - United States of America, Seattle - Washington - United States of America, Tampa - Florida - United States of America

About the role :

As a Senior Underwriter at CBRE, you will work with the underwriting team to perform all due diligence vital to make informed recommendations to CBRE's loan committee regarding the risks and mitigates for securing multifamily bridge loans and permanent agency multifamily loans.

What you’ll do :

Lead the sizing / underwriting / presentation of CBRE’s multifamily bridge loan program through interaction with Producers, Borrowers, Legal, Investors and CBRE’s internal loan committee.

Prepare underwriting submissions ensuring internal credit quality and investor compliance.

Prepare borrower credit analysis including determination of net worth, liquidity, overall financial strength, experience owning multifamily assets and acceptability of proposed borrower structure.

Evaluate the risk involved with issuing short-term loans for multifamily properties.

Assess the property's worth, including its current market value and potential After Repair Value (ARV).

Examine the property's ability to generate sufficient income to cover loan payments and other expenses, often through discounted cash flow (DCF) modeling.

Act as primary liaison between loan producer, investor, legal counsel, and closing officer throughout the underwriting process.

Perform property and market level due diligence, review third party reports and legal documents to ensure compliance with internal credit tolerances as well as investor requirements.

Present loan transaction details to CBRE's loan committee for approval.

Active participant in developing analysts and other underwriters on our team.

Ensure all required documentation is in order and the loan complies with the applicable regulations and guidelines.

Other related tasks include processing incoming exhibits and preparing final delivery of investor packages.

Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.

Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

What you’ll need :

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.

Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate complicated figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE :

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Senior Underwriter position is $120,000 annually and the maximum salary for the position is $140,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.

Equal Employment Opportunity : CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations : CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women / Minorities / Persons with Disabilities / US Veterans)

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