Cost Consultant, Mechanical

Altus Group • Toronto, ON

71d • $70,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Altus Group is looking for a Cost Consultant specializing in Mechanical services to join our Development Advisory division at our Toronto office. The Consultant will assist senior staff in delivering high-quality cost consulting services, ensuring accurate and timely estimates for various construction sectors, as well as project management and monitoring.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Building Science, Construction, Quantity Surveying or in a related field
• 2-3 years of estimating/cost consulting experience
• Working towards PQS, MRICS and/or Cost Engineers designation
• Self-motivated with a high degree of integrity, honesty and ethics, and client service orientation
• Strong knowledge of RICS Project Monitoring guidelines, CIQS standard method of measurement, both elemental and trade, provincial lien acts, and CCDC standard contract conditions, LEED & Toronto Green Standards (TGS), Energy Management and Net Zero/ Low Carbon Strategies.
• Strong leadership skills, ability to present independently to clients, good negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, written & presentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and SharePoint, with strong knowledge of CostX or similar cost estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Calculate quantities and/or measurements of specific building elements based upon drawings and/or other design documentation for detailed and/or conceptual estimates
• Prepare cost estimate based on narratives, design brief and conceptual design drawings in both CIQS elemental and Uniformate estimate
• Review pricing for change orders to ensure accurate cost estimations
• Review and guide measurement of project statistics/functional areas. Ensure completion of project descriptions and assumptions.
• Complete design efficiency analysis, along with full trade and elemental take-off.
• Prepare front-end cost reports to support cost estimates.
• Complete estimates and reports for final sign-off by the Associate Director
• Prepare change order review analysis and lifecycle cost estimates.
• Reconcile estimates with tenders, owner budgets and contractor estimates
• Conduct research and price checking of items in the market (telephone and/or internet searching) to provide project and cost data cost information

Benefits

• Rewarding performance: competitive compensation, incentive and bonus plans, and a total rewards package prioritizing mental, physical, and financial well-being.
• Growth and development: we invest in your professional learning. Our Altus Intelligence Academy offers over 150,000 hours of learning content.
• Flexible work model: our Activity-Based Work model provides flexibility to align your work location to the needs of the work — use the office for collaboration and remote work for focused tasks.
• Inclusivity & Accessibility Altus Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued. We provide an atmosphere free from barriers to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourage equal opportunities for all employees.
• We’re seeking candidates with diverse experiences and provide accessible candidate experiences throughout the selection process.
• Maintaining room to make your mark: You'll have the opportunity to make an impact for our clients, our business and yourself.
• A high performance & high trust environment: You'll have a high level of accountability balanced with our Take What You Need unlimited vacation program.
• Leaders who are invested in well-being & performance: We'll help you grow your skills and accomplish great things to develop your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level