Intermediate Electrical Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveyor

Hanscomb’s Toronto Team has an immediate need for a career-oriented Intermediate-Level Electrical Cost Consultant/Quantity Surveyor. Preferably based in the Greater Toronto Area, you will have completed a related post-secondary program, be a member of the CIQS, possess a PQS, or be working towards the designation and understand the Canadian construction market as a result of your previous experience.

Established in 1957, Hanscomb is a nationwide Cost Consulting / Quantity Surveying firm. As Trusted Construction Cost Advisors, the strength we add to projects comes from the experience, expertise and dedication of our people to provide clients with defensible cost data and strategies for moving their projects forward.

About you

• Located within the Greater Toronto Area.
• A high degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Professional demeanour.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively as part of an integrated team.
• Knowledge of detailed cost, design, and construction processes.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Able to learn new computer-assisted estimating tools efficiency and accuracy.
• Capable of working effectively on multiple tasks and demands.
• A member in good standing with the CIQS, RICS or AACE would be an asset.

What you’ll do

• Support the delivery of a full range of Cost Consulting / Quantity Surveying to new and existing clients.
• Support the preparation of cost estimates at various stages of the design process, from conceptual design to the pre-tender stage.
• Participate in working sessions and support the presentation of cost explanations to clients and project stakeholders.
• Measure various types of projects from construction plans.
• Quantify materials to prepare cost estimates in accordance with the Rules of Measurement and best practice.
• Support the analysis of costs between estimate stages and those of comparable projects.
• Assist in pricing and analyzing various stages, methods, and types of construction.
• Support Quality Control and Quality Assurance protocols.

What’s in it for you?

• An employee-owned company built on the dedication and efforts of its people.
• A diverse and inclusive team of dynamic and trusted professionals.
• Full-time position with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including salary, bonus, health and dental benefits, and a defined benefit pension.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Hybrid work environment.

What you need to do

If you are interested in this role, please submit a cover letter and your resume in one PDF with your first name, last name and reference number 030816_TIE (JohnSmith030816_TIE.PDF) in the file name.

Thank you for your interest. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.