Quantity Surveyor

Job summary

The Quantity Surveyor manages cost control, contract administration, and commercial reporting for assigned infrastructure projects. They are responsible for tracking quantities, validating subcontractor claims, and ensuring financial performance aligns with project governance.

Job details

PACT (Pearson Accelerator Construction Team) is a General Partnership of Alberici, Amico, Kenaidan, and Obayashi, supported by design partners Egis, Mott MacDonald, and Weston Williamson + Partners. Together, we are delivering Accelerator, a major program of Pearson LIFT (Long-term Investment in Facilities and Terminals), Toronto Pearson's infrastructure development plan. This multi-year program is designed to address immediate passenger growth demands while preparing Canada’s largest airport for the future of air travel—including critical upgrades to airfield and infrastructure, greenhouse gas reduction initiatives, modernization of Terminals 1 and 3, and the creation of a world-class passenger experience. The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for managing cost control, contract administration, and commercial reporting across assigned scopes or sub-programs. Working within a structured governance environment, this role supports accurate cost management, procurement, and financial performance while collaborating closely with project teams and commercial leadership. Responsibilities • Manage quantities, measurements, and cost tracking for assigned scopes of work • Prepare and maintain cost forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis • Administer contracts, including change management, variations, and payment certifications • Review and validate subcontractor progress claims and ensure alignment with contract terms • Support procurement activities, including scope development, bid evaluations, and award recommendations • Maintain accurate commercial records, logs, and supporting documentation • Contribute to the preparation of financial and commercial reports for leadership • Collaborate with project teams (engineering, construction, project controls) to ensure alignment on scope, quantities, and cost impacts • Identify and escalate cost risks and opportunities, supporting mitigation strategies • Ensure compliance with PACT governance, commercial procedures, and contractual obligations • Support audit readiness through accurate and organized documentation DESIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS • 3–7 years of experience in quantity surveying, cost control, or commercial management • Post-secondary education in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field • Strong understanding of construction contracts, cost management, and procurement processes • Experience working on infrastructure or large-scale construction projects is preferred • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and cost tracking/reporting tools • Experience with Smartsheet or similar tools is an asset • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-based environment • Knowledge of commercial governance frameworks and reporting requirements PACT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free candidate experience and work environment. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.

What you’ll do

The Quantity Surveyor manages cost control, contract administration, and commercial reporting for assigned infrastructure projects. They are responsible for tracking quantities, validating subcontractor claims, and ensuring financial performance aligns with project governance.

Requirements

Candidates must have 3–7 years of experience in quantity surveying or commercial management and hold a post-secondary education in a relevant field. Strong proficiency in cost tracking tools and a solid understanding of construction contracts and procurement processes are required.

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Construction Management · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Cost Control · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Quantity Surveying
• Cost Control
• Contract Administration
• Commercial Reporting
• Budgeting
• Variance Analysis
• Procurement
• Change Management
• Subcontractor Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Smartsheet
• Financial Reporting
• Stakeholder Management
• Analytical Skills
• Construction Management
• Infrastructure Projects
• Project Controls
• Effective Communication
• Auditing
• Cost Management
• Construction
• Investments
• Civil Engineering
• Commercial Management
• Contract Management
• Forecasting
• Greenhouse Gas
• Governance
• Leadership
• Subcontracting
• Mitigation
• Scope Management
• Reporting Tools
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Construction
• Finance & Accounting
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Quantity Surveyor
• Contracts Administrator
• Buyers
• Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents