Quantity Surveyor – British Columbia

Job title:

Quantity Surveyor – British Columbia

Company

Dokainish & Company

Job description

About Dokainish & CompanyThe capital project landscape is impacted with billions of dollars lost from cost overruns. Since 2011, Dokainish & Company stands out with a track record of building award-winning PMOs and lowering cost overages up to 200% on projects in energy, infrastructure, mining, construction, defense, and more. We are the category leaders in project controls and technology consulting. We are ISO 9001:2015 certified, and maintain a 97% rate of client retention.We provide world class professional consultancy services; we work diligently and collaboratively with clients to achieve long-lasting and impactful results across their enterprise. Our areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, project controls, systems implementations, project management, quantitative risk analysis, organizational change management, reporting, estimating, scheduling, and asset management for capital projects. We draw upon decades of project experience to deliver customized solutions to our clients’ most complex challenges.We are currently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor based in British Columbia, Canada.Role Overview:As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a crucial role in managing all costs related to our client’s projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance with regulatory requirements.Responsibilities:Prepare the quantification of materials, prepare cost estimates in accordance with the CIQS Rules of Measurement, elemental format, and where required, divisional trade format.Prepare estimates of probable costs of materials, labour and equipment for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and specifications.Attend periodic site inspections as needed, to assess the cost-to-complete and work-in-place for construction work.Provide proactive cost management advise and ensure the Clients understand the content of our reports.Preparation of estimates at various stages of the design process, from conceptual design to pre-tender stage.Conduct quality assurance and quality checks (QA/QC) of cost management reports.Completes assessments and analysis of any cost variances between estimate stages.Preparation of change order review analysis and lifecycle cost estimates.Prepare technical components and fees for proposals.Accountable for coordinating workload and team resources with the support of the Director.Coordinates and assists in recruiting training, coaching and empowering team members.Conducts the review and evaluation of annual reviews with designated team members.Collaborates regularly with department Directors to develop strategies, manage and monitor the annual budget and evaluate and adjust internal processes and procedures.Qualifications:5+ years of relevant professional experience including 2+ years in the mining industry.Degree or equivalent certification in any of the following: Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Finance, Mining Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management.Strong communication skills – verbal, reporting writing & presentation.Self-motivated with a high degree of integrity, honesty and ethics.Strong time management skills.Demonstrate strong attention to detail to produce quality work.Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels and be timely and professionally responsive to internal and external stakeholder requests.Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills combined with sound judgment and initiative.Advanced knowledge of the construction and mining industries – development, contracting, and consultancy services.Advanced knowledge of specialist consultant reports and impact on development proposals.Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Primavera P6, Cost X, Planswift, Deswik or relevant mine planning and estimating software.Participation on Professional Boards is considered an asset.Professional qualification obtained: PQS, MRICS, or equivalent.Legally eligible to work in Canada. This role is based in British Columbia.We take immense pride in our high performing, collaborative team. We recognize and value the uniqueness of every individual who works at Dokainish & Company, and we aim to harness our strengths into a synergistic team that thrives in an environment of open communication, accountability, trust, and respect.We are highly skilled when moving ideas into actions and empower each other to deliver outstanding results. If you believe your skillset, drive, qualifications, and experience is a match, we welcome your application and can’t wait to hear from you.We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Dokainish & Company, please note only those candidates considered for an initial interview will be contacted.Dokainish & Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age and veteran status, or any other protected status required by applicable law.In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and Dokainish & Company AODA Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.Powered by JazzHR

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Canada

Job date

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:14:08 GMT

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