Assistant/Junior Quantity Surveyor

Webuild; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching up to 4%

Major infrastructure projects

Group benefits starting day one

Wellbeing support

Work-life balance

Vacation 3–5 weeks

Training and development

Discounts (GoodLife Fitness)

Job summary

Webuild, a global construction leader, seeks an Assistant/Junior Quantity Surveyor for the Pape North Connect project in Ontario. You will support the Commercial Team, reporting to the Quantity Surveyor, and assist with subcontract administration, progression valuations, and change management.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quantity surveying, business or finance, with 3+ years in related roles, strong Excel skills, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in engineering, quantity surveying, business administration, or finance.
• 3+ years of experience in quantity surveying or related fields such as contract administration, accounting, or finance.
• Experience on large civil, transit, tunnelling, or major infrastructure projects, ideally in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Assist in subcontract administration, monitor progress and identify financial or technical risks.
• Support site subcontract admins, construction managers, and other site personnel on contractual, cost, and schedule matters.
• Assist in change management processes for variations and in evaluating subcontract variations and change orders.
• Prepare and maintain contractual correspondence, notices, instructions, and change documentation per contract requirements.
• Track installed quantities and completed works to support monthly progress valuations and payment applications.
• Maintain records for payment certifications, variations, disruption claims, and delay events.
• Update change registers, variation logs, and claims trackers; contribute to cost reporting.
• Collaborate with site and engineering teams to verify progress and alignment with subcontractor submissions.
• Support cost control and forecasting, monitoring budgets against actuals and risk analysis.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

English communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or Finance

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Webuild is an international construction company of civil engineering pioneers who have been at the forefront of the construction business for 120 years. With over 92,000 employees worldwide representing more than 125 nationalities, we are a global player with Italian roots, specializing in complex infrastructure-innovative and sustainable works that improve lives. Over the past century, we've built some of the world's most iconic infrastructure projects.

At Webuild, our DNA is rooted in Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Trust, and Sustainable Innovation. Guided by these values, our mission is to protect the planet, care for our people, inspire progress, share prosperity, and spark partnerships. Together, we're building a better future-responsibly, inclusively, and with purpose.

About the Project

You will be part of our Pape North Connect project, playing a key role in driving its success and contributing to one of Canada's most exciting infrastructure projects.

About the Job

We are hiring an Assistant/Junior Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial Team on the Pape North Connect project. This position reports to the Quantity Surveyor.

What You Will Be Doing?

• Assist in the administration of subcontracts while monitoring progress and identifying potential financial or technical risks.
• Support Site Subcontract Administrators, Construction Managers, and other site personnel on activities affecting contractual obligations, cost, and schedule performance.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining change and claims management processes for variations.
• Support the measurement, evaluation, and negotiation of subcontract variations and change orders.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and timely contractual correspondence, including notices, instructions, and change documentation, in accordance with contract requirements.
• Assist in tracking installed quantities and completed works to support monthly progress valuations, earned value reporting, and applications for payment.
• Maintain comprehensive records to substantiate payment certifications, variations, disruption claims, and delay events.
• Update and manage change registers, variation logs, and claims trackers, and contribute to periodic commercial and cost reporting.
• Collaborate with site and engineering teams to verify progress of works, ensuring alignment with subcontractor submissions.
• Support cost control and forecasting activities, monitoring budgets against actual performance and identifying potential cost and schedule risks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We Are Looking For?

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or Finance.
• 3+ years of experience in quantity surveying or a related field such as contract administration, accounting, or finance.
• Experience on large civil, transit, tunnelling, or other major infrastructure projects, ideally in Ontario.
• Working knowledge of construction contracts, subcontract terms, and change management, including variations, claims, and delay events.
• Experience with progress valuations, quantity tracking, and applications for payment.
• Familiarity with cost control, forecasting, and earned value reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills, plus strong working knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent oral and written English skills, including the ability to write clear, accurate contractual correspondence.
• Strong attention to detail and disciplined record keeping, with the ability to manage several subcontracts and deadlines at once.
• Ability to work effectively with subcontractors and with site, engineering, and commercial teams in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation:

Successful candidates chosen for this position can expect to earn between $80,000-$110,000. The exact salary you will earn within this range is dependent on the specific project to which you are assigned.

Why Choose Webuild?

• Competitive compensation & retirement savings – We offer a strong compensation package with an RRSP matching program (currently up to 4% for permanent employees).
• Iconic projects – Be part of major linear infrastructure projects that shape Canada's future.
• Day-one coverage – Comprehensive group benefits start on your first day (for permanent roles working 20+ hours per week).
• Wellbeing support – Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program whenever you need it.
• Work-life balance – We actively encourage a healthy balance between work and personal life.
• Time to recharge – Vacation entitlement: 3-5 weeks annually, based on experience and in accordance with company policy and applicable employment standards.
• Grow with us – Tailored training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Extra perks – Enjoy discounts like 20% off at GoodLife Fitness (currently available to Ontario employees through our group benefits provider, subject to change).

Join the Webuild Life

At Webuild, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation, strengthen teams, and lead to better outcomes. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.