Cost Consultant (QS)

Sccsinternational; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

RRSP matching

Learning budget

Professional membership fee covered

Vacation & flex days

Hybrid work

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Quantity Surveyor/Consultant within the Infrastructure Cost Assurance team. You will review costs, scrutinize contractor submissions, and analyze procurement models to identify value opportunities across major programs.

The role emphasizes data-driven insights and clear client reporting. Ideal candidates have 3–6 years of related experience, strong analytical abilities, and familiarity with BI tools.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Typically 3–6 years of post-graduate experience in quantity surveying or cost management.
• Understanding of procurement routes and contract administration.
• Experience reviewing project costs, change management, forecasting, and financial controls.
• Knowledge of common procurement methods, incl. Design & Build, Target Price, Lump Sum, Cost Plus, GMP, Alliance.
• Familiarity with construction contracts and commercial documentation.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to draw insights from large data sets.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; team player.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of Cost Assurance commissions for infrastructure clients.
• Review and assess project costs, contractor submissions, and supporting documentation.
• Analyze construction contracts and commercial arrangements (Design-Build, Alliance, NEC).
• Perform testing and validation of cost data using analytical techniques and tools.
• Prepare clear, concise client reports with findings and recommendations.
• Develop understanding of cost entitlement, contract compliance, and financial controls.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders across disciplines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Cost Assurance methodologies and tools.
• Stay informed of industry best practices, market trends, and emerging technologies.
• Support senior team in delivering complex reviews and engagements.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost management

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Job Description

You will be a Quantity Surveyor / Consultant within our Infrastructure business, working as part of our Cost Assurance team to support clients in reviewing and scrutinizing actual incurred costs and identifying opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency and project outcomes across major programs and projects.

The main purpose of the role is to:

• Support the delivery of Cost Assurance commissions for a range of infrastructure clients.
• Assist in the review and assessment of project costs, contractor submissions, and supporting documentation.
• Analyze construction contracts and commercial arrangements, including Design-Build, Alliance, NEC, and other procurement models.
• Perform testing and validation of cost data using analytical techniques and tools, including data visualization and trend analysis.
• Support the preparation of clear, concise, and professional client reports, including findings, observations, and recommendations.
• Develop an understanding of cost entitlement, contract compliance, and financial controls within large capital projects.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders through professionalism and collaboration.
• Collaborate with team members across disciplines to deliver high-quality client outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Cost Assurance methodologies, tools, and knowledge sharing initiatives.
• Stay informed of industry best practices, market trends, and emerging technologies relevant to cost assurance and infrastructure delivery.
• Support senior team members in the delivery of complex reviews and client engagements.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Typically 3-6 years of relevant post-graduate experience in quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, audit, advisory, or construction-related services.
• Understanding of construction industry practices and commercial principles, including procurement routes and contract administration.
• Experience reviewing project costs, change management processes, forecasting, and financial controls.
• Knowledge of common procurement methods, including Design and Build, Target Price, Lump Sum, Cost Plus, GMP, and Alliance contracting models.
• Familiarity with construction contracts and commercial documentation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and draw insights from large datasets.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel, or similar platforms is considered an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.
• Progress toward or membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., CIQS, PQS, RICS, CPA, or equivalent) is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Additional Information

What's in it for you...

• 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
• Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
• RRSP option with company matching
• Annual learning and development budget
• Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to your role
• Comprehensive package of Vacation days, flex days and sick days.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives
• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging

The base salary range for this full-time role is $75,000 - $120,000per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

At Turner & Townsend, we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team, clients, and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other legally protected grounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Turner & Townsend is dedicated to encouraging a safe, healthy, and accessible environment. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

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