Senior Cost Consultant (Estimator/Quantity Surveyor)

Job summary

The Senior Cost Consultant will prepare detailed cost estimates, manage project budgets, and provide expert cost advice throughout the development cycle. They will also conduct quality assurance on reports and provide mentorship to junior team members.

Job details

BTY is an award-winning professional consulting firm that provides comprehensive solutions for real estate and infrastructure planning, development, operations, and transactions. With a project portfolio valued at over $100 billion, our experience spans all industries and continents. We remain committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is as meaningful as it is inspiring, fostering alliances, collaboration, and determination. Here, everyone has the opportunity to express their ideas, play a role in an inclusive team, and receive support for their well-being and professional development. Work on engaging, high-impact projects that promote the health of the communities in which we work, live, and play. Our Cost Management team delivers expert cost planning, estimating, and change management across the full development cycle for residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and infrastructure projects. We provide clear, data-driven insights at every design stage, advising on constructability, escalation, contingency, cash flow, and life-cycle costs to reduce risk and maximize value. Powered by a robust database of material and labour costs, our accredited professionals benchmark and market-test every estimate, ensuring accuracy across regions, asset classes, and changing market conditions. Our Cost Management team is looking for a Senior Cost Consultant to join our Ottawa team. What You Get to Do * Prepare the quantification of materials using BTY’s measurement software to prepare cost estimates in accordance with the CIQS Rules of Measurement, elemental format, and where required, divisional trade format. * Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and specifications. * Attend periodic site inspections, as needed to assess the cost-to-complete and work-in-place for construction work. * Provide pro-active cost management advise and ensure the Clients understand the content of our reports. * Preparation of estimates at various stages of the design process, from conceptual design to pre-tender stage. * Conduct quality assurance and quality checks (QA/QC) of cost management reports. * Completes assessments and analysis of any cost variances between estimate stages. * Preparation of change order review analysis and lifecycle cost estimates. * Prepare technical components and fees for proposals. * Provide coaching and guidance to junior level team members as designated, including the introduction to site visits. * Networks occasionally promoting the business, cross-selling and building new contacts and enhancing client relationships. What You'll Bring * Having 5 to 10 years of relevant experience. * Minimum 2 years of experience mentoring team members. * University Degree or equivalent to any of the following: Architectural Building Technology, Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Finance, Construction Engineering or Project Management. * Working towards a relevant professional qualification or professional qualification obtained: PQS and/or MRICS. * Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Cost X, Planswift or relevant estimating software. * Advanced knowledge of specialist consultant reports and impact on development proposals. * Advanced knowledge of the construction industry - development, contracting, and consultant services. * Strong analytical and interpersonal skills combined with sound judgment and initiative. * Responsive to internal and external stakeholder requests. * Self-motivated with excellent organizational, communication and report writing skills. * Ability to work in a team environment and ability to work to own initiatives. * Demonstrates attention to detail to produce quality work with good time management. * Eligible to work in Canada or pursuing a work permit. Why Join Our Team? * Make an impact: Work on meaningful projects that positively shape communities around the world. * Flexibility that fits your life: Enjoy the freedom of a flexible environment that supports work-life balance. * Competitive rewards: Benefit from a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, above-average vacation, parental top up, RRSP matching, bonuses, sick days, and more. * Grow your career: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and professional development support designed to help you advance. * Well-being matters: Access health and wellness resources through our Employee Assistance Program. * Belong to great culture: Be part of a collaborative, supportive team that values connection, community involvement, and has been recognized as a Best Place to Work for 7 consecutive years by our employees and Great Place to Work®. The typical hiring range for this Ottawa role is $80,000-$120,000 CAD per year. This represents base salary only, not total compensation, and BTY Group may offer more or less depending on a candidate's experience and qualifications. Compensation takes into account education, training, experience, location, market factors, and internal alignment. In line with Ontario Pay Transparency rules, a candidate's past salary will not be considered in determining pay. We may use automated or AI-based tools to support screening, assessment, or selection. This role does not require Canadian work experience, though relevant qualifications, skills, or certifications may still apply. At BTY Group, we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including groups currently underrepresented in construction such Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. Visit our website to learn more about our services, markets and the people behind our success. Follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/bty-group/posts/?feedView=all] to stay connected. On this occasion, we request no outside solicitation from recruitment agencies. BTY Group does not accept speculative or unsolicited resumes from agencies outside our approved network. Any such submissions will be considered direct applications.

What you’ll do

The Senior Cost Consultant will prepare detailed cost estimates, manage project budgets, and provide expert cost advice throughout the development cycle. They will also conduct quality assurance on reports and provide mentorship to junior team members.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5 to 10 years of relevant experience and a university degree in a field such as Construction Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Project Management. Professional certification such as PQS or MRICS is required or in progress, along with proficiency in estimating software.

Benefits

• Health coverage • Dental coverage • Above-average vacation • Parental top up • RRSP matching • Bonuses • Sick days • Employee Assistance Program • Professional development support

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Technical Reporting · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Cost estimation
• Quantity surveying
• Cost management
• Project management
• Construction engineering
• Cost X
• Planswift
• Microsoft Office Suite
• QA/QC
• Change management
• Technical reporting
• Mentoring
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Market benchmarking
• Change Management
• Quality Assurance
• Project Management
• Mentorship
• Planning
• Detail Oriented
• DevOps
• Artificial Intelligence
• Microsoft Office
• Consulting
• Coaching
• Finance
• Continuous Development
• Interpersonal Communications
• Time Management
• Real Estate
• Report Writing
• Advising
• Self-Motivation
• Proactivity
• Teamwork
• Software Development Life Cycle
• Construction
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Schematic Diagrams
• Change Orders
• Cost Management
• Quantity Surveying
• Quality Control
• Microsoft Access
• Constructability
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Cross-Selling
• Project Portfolio Management
• Organizational Communications

Job areas

• Construction
• Consulting
• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Quantity Surveyor
• Estimator
• Valuers and Loss Assessors
• Cost Estimators