Associate Director, Cost Planning

Compensation Range:

$110,000 to $140,000

Compensation Disclaimer:
The salary range listed reflects the base pay for this role at Altus Group and is provided where required by local regulations. Actual offers may differ based on experience, market conditions, and other relevant factors. The range does not include additional compensation such as bonuses, equity, benefits, or other incentives.

Job Summary:

Altus Group is looking for an Associate Director to join our Toronto office's Development Advisory Team. Reporting to the Senior Director, you will work with the management team on various asset types and accounts. Your role involves providing guidance to a team of consultants to deliver cost consulting services efficiently. This includes client delivery, revenue management, business development, offering technical expertise, and leading the consultant team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a full range of cost consulting services to new and existing clients. This involves a full technical understanding of construction estimation, cost planning and change order review:

• Read, understand, and interpret construction drawings and specifications at an advanced level

• Review and provide guidance on measurement for junior members of the team

• Completion of project descriptions & assumptions

• Practical understanding of construction methodology and technology

• Extensive trade/product knowledge

• Ability to prepare and complete both divisional (trade)/ CIQS elemental take-offs based on all levels of design documents from Class D to Class A

• Fundamental understanding of Mechanical & Electrical systems

• Advanced understanding of factors influencing construction costs and applying that knowledge in the production of estimates or change order review.

• Completion of estimates and reports

• Preparation/analysis of detailed general condition breakdowns, including an understanding of the logistics and high-level schedule duration calculations

• Change order analysis – full cycle from interpretation, take-off, pricing and negotiation with trades

• Reconciliation of estimate with tenders, owner’s budgets and/or contractor’s estimates

• Ability to prepare, co-ordinate & deliver estimates (on schedule & within fees)

• Ability to maximize the use of appropriate software and technology and teach others how to do the same such as CostX, Revit, CAD, and Microsoft Office.

• Develop and build long-term client relationships which result in repeat business, referrals and service expansion including up-sells & cross-sells across other Business Units within Altus.

• Lead the assessment of client requirements, conduct project reviews and deal with issues efficiently and effectively.

• Preparation of proposals including fee calculations for approval (where required)

• Work with Management to support the implementation of strategies which contribute to revenue generation, profitability and growth of the Business Unit – locally and nationally.

• Lead the implementation of approved business plans and act as Champion for these initiatives within the team.

• Provide leadership, guidance, coaching, mentoring and support to direct reports and members of the Ontario Cost Planning team.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Science or in a related field

• 7- 10 years of leadership experience in a commercial real estate or related field, with a multi-dimensional understanding of the real estate consulting and advisory industry.

• Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) or Member RICS (MRICS) is required, LEED accreditation is an asset

• Self-motivated with a high degree of integrity, honesty and work ethics

• Proven strategic thinking, analytical skills, and strong business acumen, with a focus on business development.

• Client service oriented.

• Full and deep understanding of Cost Planning services

• Proactive exploration of opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of business processes

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What Altus Group offers:

• Rewarding performance: competitive compensation, incentive and bonus plans, and a total rewards package prioritizing mental, physical, and financial well-being.

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• Flexible work model: our Activity-Based Work model provides flexibility to align your work location to the needs of the work — use the office for collaboration and remote work for focused tasks.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence

AI tools may be used to support the initial stages of screening for this role; however, all assessments and final hiring decisions are reviewed and made by an Altus Group hiring professional.

Background Checks

Please note that as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, Altus Group may conduct background checks on candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment. These checks may include, but are not limited to, verification of employment history, education credentials, criminal records, credit history (where relevant), and reference checks. The scope and nature of background checks may vary depending on the role, location, and applicable laws. All background checks will be conducted in compliance with local laws and regulations, and candidates will be informed of any checks required as part of the recruitment process.

Other Notes / Application Process

We appreciate all applicants; however, only those selected to move forward will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Altus Group.