Quantity surveyor - construction Job

Construction estimators analyze costs of and prepare estimates on civil engineering, architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical construction projects.

We promote equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Indigenous people, Persons with disabilities, Newcomers to Canada, Mature workers, Veterans, Visible minorities, Youth

Overview
- Languages: English
- Education: College/CEGEP or equivalent experience
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Benefits
- Annual discretionary bonus, based on performance
- Annual discretionary salary increase based on performance
- Medical/dental coverage
- Extended medical insurance
- 15 paid vacation days, plus discretionary extra time off during the December Holiday

Job Duties
- Act as Project Monitor, Project estimator across a wide range of building types such as Hotels, Retirement Villages, Highrise Condos, Town Houses, and schools.
- Undertake site visits to value construction costs and ensure contractor billings are not overstated.
- Review change orders and monitor progress against schedule.
- Prepare payment certificates for monthly and interim applications, and release of holdback in accordance with the Construction Act.
- Review and summarize documentation required in the Lender’s terms and conditions, including Architect’s and Engineer’s conformity reports, Tarion reports, geotechnical and environmental information, City approvals (site plan agreements and building permits), bonding and builders risk, and wrap-up liability insurance.
- Establish cost to comply with any regulatory requirements within and integrate costs into the overall project budget.
- Review contractor invoices and applications for payments to verify cost to complete construction loans. Gather and interpret wide range of data relating to cost, quality, schedule, insurance and summarize in monthly draw reports to the Lenders. Make recommendations regarding Lenders advancement of construction loans.
- Ensure full compliance with the Construction Act at all times and manage holdback retention and release on construction projects.
- Analyze key components and project statistics to generate reports to facilitate the first and all subsequent advances of the construction mortgage, estimates ( class A, B, C, D) and Overall Project Budgets.

How to apply
- Direct Apply: By applying directly on [email protected]

How-to-apply instructions
Here is what you must include in your application:
- Cover letter
- Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples
- References attesting experience
- Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed

CB Ross Cost Consulting Inc. provides independent project monitoring of construction mortgages and cost consulting services to the real estate industry (developers, lenders, etc.). We deliver reliable, reasoned advice as a key resource supporting the construction and development industry.