Cost Consultant

About the role

Turner & Townsend, a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, is hiring a full-time Cost Consultant in Ottawa. The role develops and manages cost estimates for public sector projects, from concept design through procurement, construction and project closeout, and supports project teams in managing cost risks and budgets.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage cost estimates for public sector projects from concept design through procurement, construction and project closeout.
• Prepare detailed cost plans, estimates and benchmarking analyses to support project decisions and budget validation.
• Analyze tender submissions and procurement outcomes to ensure competitiveness, compliance and value for money.
• Take part in value engineering and cost optimization exercises.
• Support project teams in managing cost risks, change management, forecasting and budget control.
• Contribute to client presentations, cost reports and stakeholder meetings.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in cost estimating, cost planning or quantity surveying.
• Experience preparing estimates across all project phases, from conceptual design through construction.
• Membership or progress toward membership with a professional body such as CIQS, RICS, AACE or equivalent is an asset.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills, able to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Required skills

• Proficiency with cost estimating software such as CostX or similar platforms.

What we offer

• Base salary of CAD 80,000 - 100,000.
• Health and dental coverage for you and your 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, if directly related to the role.
• Vacation, flex and sick days, and a flexible hybrid work approach.