Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial Manager)

Chandos; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandos, a leading employee-owned construction firm, seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage project contracts and ensure profitability. The role involves overseeing Change Orders, negotiating contracts, and leading a team. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in large-scale projects and strong leadership skills. Join us in building a better world through innovative and collaborative construction.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Employer paid benefits program

RRSP matching program

Educational assistance

Recognition and annual salary reviews

Leadership conferences

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a project role for a mid-size to large general contractor.
• Major project experience (value of $1B or more).
• Strong understanding of construction trades and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage contractual aspects of projects, ensuring profitability and compliance.
• Oversee contract negotiations and manage Change Orders.
• Protect commercial interests by handling claims and disputes.

Skills

Cost estimation

Forecasting

Scheduling

Risk management

Interpersonal skills

Mentorship

Education

University Degree in construction-related field

Job description

Inclusion, collaboration, innovation and courage.

These values speak to our desire to create places where all people belong, listening and learning from one another in a way that sparks ideas and leads to positive changes in our industry and community. They also demonstrate our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. And, if they resonate with you too, we should talk!

We are 100 percent employee owned and proud to be the first and largest B Corp certified national technical builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do.

Continuous improvement is core to our success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone.

Every day, our teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, we’re building community. And, we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. Together, we can build a better world.

Job Description

The Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial Manager) will manage contractual aspects of projects, ensuring profitability, compliance, and risk mitigation. Work closely with project teams, clients, and subcontractors to manage Change Orders and commercial negotiations.

• Manage a team of Project Coordinators
• Manage Change Orders
• Handle claims and potential disputes to protect commercial interests
• Identify and execute strategies for profit enhancement
• Ensure contract compliance
• Oversee contract negotiations
• Resource for the team for information and interpretation of contract clauses

Qualifications

• 8 or more years of direct work experience in a project role for a mid-size to large general contractor
• University Degree in an appropriate construction-related field, or equivalent
• Major project experience (Projects with a value of $1B or more)
• Knowledge of construction industry trends and regulations
• Proficiency in cost estimation, forecasting, scheduling, risk management and reporting
• Strong mentorship and coaching skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to achieve results as part of a team
• Frequent travel to local site and off-site locations as required
• High level of self-awareness, entrepreneurial mindset and established personal values
• A solid understanding of all construction trades, safety and construction techniques.

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

• We are 100% employee owned . Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal . We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
• Competitive wages
• Well roundedemployer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
• RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
• Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
• Recognition and annual salary reviews program
• Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate

Chandos only accepts applications through our portal from individuals. All resumes and applications submitted by an agency or consulting firm will be disqualified from our recruitment process.