Associate Director – MEP, Buildings | Cost & Project Management Consultancy | Ottawa | Outpost [...]

Outpost Recruitment; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cost management firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Associate Director for its MEP Cost Planning division. The role involves leading a team, managing cost services, and driving business opportunities. Candidates must have over 10 years in Quantity Surveying, relevant certifications, and the capability to obtain Canadian government security clearance. An attractive compensation package and hybrid flexibility are offered.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Above average vacation

RRSP matching

Continuous professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of relevant experience in Quantity Surveying and estimating.
• Ability to obtain Government of Canada security clearance.
• Strong capability in delivering cost management services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the M&E cost management team.
• Develop new business opportunities with clients.
• Deliver end-to-end cost management services.

Skills

M&E systems knowledge

Leadership and mentoring

Business development

Cost management expertise

Quality assurance

Education

University degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Certification in PQS or MRICS

Job description

Leading cost, project management and risk advisory firm has an immediate opening for an Associate Director position within the MEP Cost Planning division in Ottawa. Salary range is $130,000 - $160,000. You are an experienced Associate Director M&E with a minimum of 10 years of post-graduate experience looking for a new and exciting opportunity or a seasoned Senior Consultant ready for the next step.

Role of Associate Director - MEP:

• Lead and mentor an M&E cost management team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality M&E cost management services to our clients.
• Develop new business opportunities with existing and potential clients.
• Identify and act upon cross-selling opportunities.
• Lead proposals for new work or variations for existing commissions.
• Attend relevant networking events and promotional opportunities.
• Participate in staff management, including recruitment interviews and performance reviews.
• Oversee financial management, utilizing tools to track margin levels and maintain monthly fee/resource forecasts for each commission.
• Deliver a high-quality end-to-end cost management service, including the production of cost estimates in the CIQS and Uniformat (Class D through Class A), value management, procurement advice and support, tender analysis, payment certification, and change management.

Education and Qualifications of Associate Director - MEP:

• More than 10 years of relevant experience in Quantity Surveying and estimating, with a focus on M&E systems.
• A recognized university degree
• Certification in relevant professional organizations (PQS or MRICS)
• Ability to quickly obtain Government of Canada security clearance (minimum Reliability Level).
• Relevant experience in providing end-to-end cost management
• Strong capability in quality assurance for deliverables.

Benefits:

• Work on meaningful projects that impact communities globally
• Enjoy workplace flexibility with the freedom from a hybrid program
• Receive a competitive compensation package with health and dental benefits, above average vacation, RRSP matching, bonuses, sick days and more
• Advance your career with continuous learning and professional development opportunities
• Receive health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program
• Get involved in team building and community support activities with a team who have been certified Best Place to Work for 4 years in a row by our employees and Great Place to Work.

Ideal Candidate:

• Only candidates with authorization to work in Canada will be considered for this role.
• Candidate must have government security clearance or be in a position to go through the process.
• Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.