Building Consultant

EllisDon; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EllisDon Corporation is seeking a Building Consultant in Ottawa to independently inspect properties after losses and develop precise cost estimates. You will assess conditions, prepare reports, and guide clients on remediation strategies.

Proficiency with Xactimate and strong communication are essential. Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in construction or insurance loss consulting, with experience in residential and small commercial buildings.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in construction, restoration, estimating, quantity surveying, insurance, property loss consulting or related discipline.
• Experience with residential, multi-family and small commercial buildings.
• Strong knowledge of building assemblies, construction methods, repair techniques and costs.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct site inspections following property losses.
• Assess and document building conditions using photos, measurements, drawings and notes.
• Provide independent technical and cost advice to insurers, adjusters and property owners.
• Develop, review and validate scopes for remediation, repair, restoration and reconstruction.
• Prepare and review construction estimates using Xactimate and other methods.
• Perform quantity take-offs, cost planning, estimating and cost analysis.
• Review contractor estimates, quotations, change orders, invoices and docs.
• Identify discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Advise clients on cost, constructability and sequencing.

Skills

Excel

Word

Analytical

Report writing

Education

IICRC certification

PQ S/CIQS/RICS/PMP

Tools

Xactimate

DocuSketch

Matterport

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We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at EllisDon could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.

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As a Building Consultant, you will:

• Independently conduct site inspections following fire, water, flood, storm, hail and other property losses.
• Assess and document building conditions using photographs, measurements, drawings, notes and digital tools.
• Provide independent technical and cost advice to insurers, adjusters and property owners.
• Develop, review and validate scopes for remediation, repair, restoration and reconstruction.
• Prepare and review construction estimates using Xactimate and other recognized estimating methodologies.
• Perform quantity take-offs, cost planning, estimating and cost analysis.
• Review contractor estimates, quotations, change orders, invoices and supporting documentation.
• Identify scope, quantity and pricing discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Advise clients on cost, constructability, sequencing and other building-related challenges.
• Independently manage consulting assignments, typically involving property losses up to approximately $1 million in construction value.
• Monitor repair or reconstruction activities when required and provide independent advice on progress, scope and cost.
• Prepare clear, concise and defensible reports, estimates and recommendations.
• Communicate directly with insurers, adjusters, property owners, contractors and consultants.
• Support tendering, bid evaluation and contractor pricing reviews.
• Use DocuSketch and other digital documentation and measurement technology.
• Support Senior Building Consultants on major or complex losses and participate in catastrophe-response assignments when required.
• Delegate tasks and provide leadership and mentorship to junior team members and administration.
• Understand and investigate local market and participate in business development activities and meetings to grow your local area.

Is this role right for you?

• The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in construction, restoration, estimating, quantity surveying, insurance, property loss consulting or a related discipline.
• Experience with residential, multi-family and small commercial buildings.
• Strong knowledge of building assemblies, construction methods, repair techniques and construction costs.
• Experience developing or reviewing construction scopes and estimates.
• Ability to perform measurements, quantity take-offs and cost analysis.Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, scopes and contractor pricing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• The judgment and confidence to investigate construction issues and provide independent, supportable advice directly to clients.
• Ability to manage multiple consulting assignments.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to loss locations when required.

The following are considered assets:

• Property insurance experience working with insurers, independent adjusters, brokers, insureds or property claims.
• Property restoration experience, including fire, water and other insured losses.
• Quantity surveying, cost consulting or construction cost management experience.
• Proficiency with Xactimate.
• Experience with DocuSketch, Matterport or similar technology.
• IICRC certification(s).
• Professional credentials, or progress toward credentials, such as PQS, CIQS, RICS or PMP.
• Catastrophe-response experience.
• Tendering, procurement or bid evaluation experience.

Go ahead and be yourself. We’ll pay you for it!

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone , at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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