Cost Consultant (Fixed-Term) – Infrastructure

About the role

Turner & Townsend is hiring a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant for its Infrastructure business, working in the Cost Assurance team. You will help clients review and scrutinize actual incurred costs and identify ways to improve supply chain efficiency and project outcomes across major programs. This is a 12-month fixed-term position based in Toronto.

Key responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Cost Assurance commissions for infrastructure clients.
• Review and assess project costs, contractor submissions and supporting documentation.
• Analyze construction contracts and commercial arrangements, including Design-Build, Alliance, NEC and other procurement models.
• Test and validate cost data using analytical techniques, including data visualization and trend analysis.
• Prepare clear, concise client reports with findings, observations and recommendations.
• Build an understanding of cost entitlement, contract compliance and financial controls in large capital projects.
• Work with clients, contractors and stakeholders, and collaborate with team members across disciplines.
• Contribute to improving Cost Assurance methodologies and share knowledge, and stay informed on industry best practice.
• Support senior team members on complex reviews and client engagements.

Required profile

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Typically 3-6 years of post-graduate experience in quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, audit, advisory or construction-related services.
• Understanding of construction practices, procurement routes and contract administration.
• Experience reviewing project costs, change management, forecasting and financial controls.
• Knowledge of common procurement methods (Design and Build, Target Price, Lump Sum, Cost Plus, GMP, Alliance).
• Familiarity with construction contracts and commercial documentation.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills, detail-oriented and able to work independently and in a team.
• Progress toward or membership in a professional body (CIQS, PQS, RICS, CPA) is an asset.

Required skills

• Strong analytical skills with large datasets.
• Data analysis and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau or Excel are an asset.

What we offer

• Base salary of $75,000 - $120,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Health and dental coverage for you and dependents, including paramedical services, and a health spending account.
• RRSP option with company matching and an annual learning and development budget.
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year.
• Vacation, flex and sick days, and a flexible hybrid work approach.