Senior Cost Consultant

BTY Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading consultancy as a Senior Cost Consultant where you'll prepare detailed cost estimates and manage project budgets. With a focus on mentorship, you'll impact projects valued at billions across real estate and infrastructure sectors. Companies foster an inclusive culture that values each individual and encourages professional growth.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Above-average vacation

RRSP matching

Bonuses

Sick days

Continuous learning and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years mentoring experience.
• Strong judgment and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and analyze materials, labor, and equipment for construction projects.
• Conduct site inspections to assess costs and ensure quality control.
• Mentor junior team members and provide coaching.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

University Degree in Architectural Building Technology, Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Finance, Construction Engineering or Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Cost X

Planswift

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BTY is an award-winning professional consultancy providing complete project solutions in real estate and infrastructure asset planning, development, operations, and transactions. With a portfolio of projects valued at over $100B, our experience spans across industries, sectors, and continents.

We stand by our commitment to creating and sustaining an environment that is meaningful as it is inspiring, by fostering alliance, collaboration, and purpose. People here have a voice to discuss ideas, a role to play within an inclusive team, and support for well-being and professional development. Work on high impact engaging projects that support the health of the communities we work, live and play in.

What You Get To Do

• Prepare the quantification of materials using BTY’s measurement software to prepare cost estimates in accordance with the CIQS Rules of Measurement, elemental format, and where required, divisional trade format.
• Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and specifications.
• Attend periodic site inspections, as needed to assess the cost-to-complete and work-in-place for construction work.
• Provide pro-active cost management advise and ensure the Clients understand the content of our reports.
• Preparation of estimates at various stages of the design process, from conceptual design to pre-tender stage.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality checks (QA / QC) of cost management reports.
• Completes assessments and analysis of any cost variances between estimate stages.
• Preparation of change order review analysis and lifecycle cost estimates.
• Prepare technical components and fees for proposals.
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior level team members as designated, including the introduction to site visits.
• Networks occasionally promoting the business, cross-selling and building new contacts and enhancing client relationships.

What You'll Bring

• Having 5 to 10 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience mentoring team members.
• University Degree or equivalent to any of the following : Architectural Building Technology, Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Finance, Construction Engineering or Project Management.
• Working towards a relevant professional qualification or professional qualification obtained : PQS and / or MRICS.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Cost X, Planswift or relevant estimating software.
• Advanced knowledge of specialist consultant reports and impact on development proposals.
• Advanced knowledge of the construction industry - development, contracting, and consultant services.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills combined with sound judgment and initiative.
• Responsive to internal and external stakeholder requests.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational, communication and report writing skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and ability to work to own initiatives.
• Demonstrates attention to detail to produce quality work with good time management.
• Eligible to work in Canada or pursuing a work permit.
• Detailed job description available upon request.

Why Consider our Team?

• 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 5 years in a row by our employees and Great Place to Work

BTY values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Diversity at our company means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths.

Visit our website to learn more about our services, markets and the people behind our success. Follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram & X to stay connected.

On this occasion, we request no outside solicitation from recruitment agencies.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Finance and Sales

Construction

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