Senior Cost Consultant
Maxim Recruitment Voir toutes les offres
- Kelowna, BC
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Prepare and manage detailed cost plans and estimates from feasibility through to construction documentation
- Undertake first-principles estimating and detailed cost analysis for labour, materials and construction activities
- Lead the preparation and presentation of cost plans and budgets to clients
- Advise on cost-saving opportunities and value engineering strategies
- Review project drawings, specifications and contract documentation to identify risks and scope gaps
- Manage procurement processes including tendering, bid analysis and contractor selection
- Prepare tender reports and tender reconciliation documentation
- Administer construction contracts and manage commercial processes
- Undertake post-contract duties including change order analysis, cost reporting and payment certification
- Monitor project costs and financial performance throughout delivery
- Carry out benchmarking using market data and historical cost information
- Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants and project stakeholders
- Lead value management and value engineering workshops
- Support and mentor junior team members
- Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development
- Around 7+ years' experience in cost consulting or quantity surveying roles (or equivalent)
- Strong experience delivering both pre-construction and post-contract cost management services
- Experience across sectors such as residential, commercial, infrastructure or mixed-use developments
- Proven experience in cost planning, estimating and commercial management
- Strong understanding of construction contracts and procurement strategies
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation
- Experience leading client-facing engagements and presenting cost advice
- Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
- Experience using estimating software such as CostX or similar is advantageous
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline
- Membership of a professional body (e.g. CIQS, RICS) is preferred