Junior / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor

Butterfield Development Consultants Ltd. is seeking a Junior or Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join our team. We specialize in construction loan monitoring, providing lenders with independent assessments of project budgets, construction progress, and project risks.

This opportunity would suit someone developing their quantity surveying career or an estimator interested in applying their cost knowledge to construction loan monitoring. Responsibilities will reflect the successful candidate’s experience.

The role

• Review construction budgets, contracts, cost reports and supporting documentation.
• Attend site visits and assess construction progress against reported expenditures.
• Assist with or prepare budget reviews and monthly construction loan monitoring reports.
• Assess progress draws, changes in project costs and anticipated costs to complete.
• Liaise with project teams and clients to obtain information and resolve queries.

Your background

• At least one year of relevant quantity surveying, estimating or construction cost experience; two or more years preferred.
• Estimating experience is a considerable asset, including quantity take-offs, trade pricing or elemental cost planning.
• Strong numerical, written communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word
• Confidence interpreting construction drawings.
• Relevant post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CIQS/RICS membership or progress toward professional designation is an asset.
• Currently residing in British Columbia.
• Must possess a valid BC drivers license and personal vehicle.

Location / work arrangement: Vancouver, BC On-site with site visit requirements

Please submit your résumé and a brief introduction, in confidence, to info@bdconsultants.com, with the subject line “Junior / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor.”