Analyst, Cost Planning
$55,000–$75,000 year
On-siteToronto, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Conduct quantity surveying tasks including project statistics, measuring quantities, and market benchmarking for clients across residential, rail, road, aviation, commercial, and industrial sectors. Assist senior staff with estimate developments from concept through pre-tender stages, perform construction estimating (quantity takeoffs) using software like CostX and BlueBeam, and undertake site visits to complete estimating reports. Input and reconcile construction cost/budget reports while researching local suppliers to update price databases. Escalate issues to management as required and collaborate with internal and external partners to prepare proposals and reports. Participate in continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Required Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil/Structural Engineering or Building Science
- 1-2 years of experience in a similar role in cost consulting, quantity surveying or cost estimating
- Basic understanding of the construction industry including development, contracting and consulting sectors
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills (interpersonal, written & verbal)
- Understanding of construction schedules and strong ability to work within defined deadlines
- Ability to maximize the use of appropriate software and technology, such as CAD, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Understanding of general contract vs. construction management forms and ability to interpret and take-off architectural and structural drawings
- Candidates understands construction methodology, site safety, the CIQS standard method of measurement (elemental/trade), provincial lien act, and standard contract conditions (CCDC)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with take-off programs, such as CostX
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