Job Category:
Cost Management Consulting
Pay Grade Range:
$103,900.00 - $242,430.00
Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of Altus Group’s “Pay Grade Range” for this position in the primary work location. Actual hiring salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to work experience, and geographic market data for the role. The Pay Grade Range listed above does not reflect Altus Group’s total compensation for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus, flexible work arrangements, and region-specific benefits.
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If you’re looking to advance your career in data analytics, expertise, and technology for the rapidly growing global CRE market, there’s no better place than Altus Group. At Altus, our work is purposeful. Every day, our employees drive impact, innovate, and shape the global commercial real estate (CRE) and PropTech industry.
Our people-centric culture empowers you to deliver in a high trust, high performance culture, surrounded by an inclusive team that’s collaborating to modernize our industry. We invest in our people with training and growth opportunities designed to propel you further in your career while providing a flexible and progressive workplace that reflects our values and teams.
The Opportunity:
Altus Group is looking for a 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:
Act as the last reviewer and approver before issuance of reports to clients, ensuring that they are accurate and meet standards
Work with Sr. Management to establish accountability measures, monitor performance against targets and determine any corrective action that may be required; provide input to the strategic plan and develop action plans aligned to the overall strategy
Read, understand, and interpret construction drawings and specifications at an advanced level
Review and provide guidance on measurement for junior members of the team
Solid understanding of construction methodology and technology
Extensive knowledge of the construction market & pricing
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.
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 maximize the use of appropriate software and technology and teach others how to do the same such as CostX, Bluebeam 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 Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Science or in a related field
10+ years of experience in a commercial real estate or related field incl. 5+ years in the GTA, 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
Strong attention to detail
Time management skills that meet or exceed deadlines
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What Altus Group offers:
- Rewarding performance: We are pleased to be able to provide employees competitive compensation, incentive and bonus plans, and a total rewards package that prioritizes their mental, physical and overall financial health.
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Growth and development: As a destination for top industry talent, we’re investing in you to meet the evolving needs of our clients and deliver on your professional goals. Our Altus Intelligence Academy offers over 150,000 hours of learning materials catering to diverse stages of an employee’s career journey.
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Flexible work model: We’re modernizing our employee programs to reflect the new world of work. Our Activity-Based Work model provides you with flexibility to align your work location to the work being performed - office for connecting and collaborating, and remote for focused work.
Altus Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued. We provide an atmosphere free from barriers to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourage equal opportunities for all employees. We’re seeking candidates with diverse experiences and provide accessible candidate experiences throughout the selection process. If you need accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] or +1 888 692 7487.
We appreciate all applicants who take the time to apply to Altus Group. Please note that only those who are selected to move forward in the process will be contacted. Thank you.