Quantity Surveyor - Calgary

LJB, Inc. • $150K — $170K *
Calgary, AB T1Y 7M8In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
  • Certified Quantity Surveyor (CQS) or Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) certification required.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in lead QS role.
  • Experience managing contracts over $100M throughout all project phases.
  • Strong problem solving, decision making, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Consult with clients to gather project requirements.
  • Conduct feasibility studies on proposed projects.
  • Calculate and validate costs for materials and labor.
  • Prepare tender packages and manage the RFP process.
  • Support project managers with budgeting and financial tracking.
  • Advise on and interpret contract requirements and prepared documentation.
  • Evaluate subcontractor quotes and manage compliance with quality standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package offered.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Supportive work environment focused on team excellence.
  • Flexibility for work schedule including office and field work.
Full Job Description
Description

Within our Underground Services Practice, we are seeking a Quantity Surveyor in Calgary, AB. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in lead role on civil construction projects (i.e., roads, bridges, rail, buildings, oil and gas facilities) and will be responsible for estimating costs, calculating material needs and mapping out project timelines.

Annual Compensation: $150,000 - $170,000 CAD based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

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QUANTITY SURVEYOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Consult clients to understand their requirements.
  • Conduct feasibility studies to vet proposed projects.
  • Calculate quantities installed validation and costs for materials, labor, timeframes.
  • Prepare tender packages and contracts, including bills of quantities.
  • Manage the RFP process through the pre bid qualification process, selection of bidders, RFP returns, bid levelling and negotiation, prepare bid tab and recommendation to award.
  • Work with client contract managers and procurement specialists to resolve contractual matters.
  • Support project managers with contract budgeting.
  • Ensure all documentation is complete and accessible, including contract and all pertinent sign-off documentation and work papers.
  • Advise on and interpret contract requirements.
  • Prepare contracts, change orders, and cost reports.
  • Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes.
  • Monitor scope creep and scope changes.
  • Coordinate with program/project managers to ensure contract requirements are met.
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant contractual procedures and practices.
  • Work closely with project controls and finance teams to ensure CAPEX procurement aligns with cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Support risk, value engineering, and cost control measures.
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
  • Provide cost advice and support to project teams.
  • Negotiate contracts and schedules.
  • Oversee and value subcontractors' work for payments.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and quality standards.
  • Analyze outcomes and provide budget/progress reports.
  • Advise on claims, disputes, and any contractual issues.
  • Measure and analyze project costs and quantities.
  • Conduct value engineering and life cycle cost analyses.
  • Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information in a concise, professional manner.
  • Other duties as assigned.


QUANTITY SURVEYOR ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant area of study required (Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field).


Qualifications:
  • Certified Quantity Surveyor (CQS) or Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) certification required.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in lead QS role.
  • Experience handling single contracts in excess of $100M from inception to claims and close out.
  • Excellent problem solving, decision making and teamwork skills, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, a thorough knowledge of relevant technical codes, operations, processes, and trends.
  • Ability to work weekdays, nights, and weekends within the field.
  • Ability to work a standard weekday work schedule during business hours within the office.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and clients.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise independent judgment, interact with other staff, collaborate with other disciplines, and mentor junior staff.


If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Keywords: Quantity Surveyor

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