Cost Consultant

Toronto, ON
$100,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

6 days ago

A Junior Cost Consultant job opportunity within a long established construction consultancy in Toronto, Canada.This quantity surveyor role offers excellent exposure to loan monitoring services across residential and commercial developments, supporting career progression in cost management and construction consultancy.Project DetailsThe successful Junior Cost Consultant will work within a loan monitoring team supporting cost and progress reporting across a diverse portfolio of projects.Projects include residential and commercial developments such as care homes, industrial schemes, high-value town-homes, and a major $300 million build-to-rent development. The role will involve supporting multiple projects at various stages of design and construction, providing valuable exposure to both lenders and developers.Responsibilities and DutiesThis quantity surveyor job in Canada will provide broad exposure to construction cost consulting and project monitoring duties, including:

Assisting with periodic site inspections and preparation of cost and progress reports
Supporting project cost account reconciliation activities
Assisting senior cost consultants with change order review and analysis
Supporting the preparation of lifecycle cost assessments under supervision
Maintaining clear communication with internal team members and external stakeholders
Assisting with data collection and analysis to support client reporting
Supporting the preparation of benchmarking and cost analysis reports
Managing project information and maintaining accurate cost records

Desired Skills and ExperienceThis role is suitable for an Assistant / Junior Quantity Surveyor looking to progress within cost consulting and loan monitoring in Canada:

1-3 years of experience in a quantity surveying or cost consulting role, preferably in Canada, ideally in Toronto although full training can be provided
Previous client-facing experience with a developer, lender or bank is highly desirable
Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills
Good IT skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Willingness to learn loan monitoring and cost management processes
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet reporting deadlines
Strong communication skills with a professional approach to stakeholders
Driving licence is desirable due to site visit requirements

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

BSc in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Project Management or similar is desired

Employing Company Overview and ProfileMaxim Recruitment is acting as the recruitment consultancy for a well-established, medium-sized multidisciplinary construction consultancy based in Toronto. The business provides cost consulting, project monitoring and advisory services across a wide range of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.The company is recognised for its supportive environment, structured training programmes and clear progression pathways for early-career professionals. A full client overview will be given to shortlisted candidates.

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