Associate, Cost Monitoring

Compensation Range:

$95,000- $125,000

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.

The Opportunity

Altus Group seeks an Associate for our Loan Monitoring Team within out Toronto Office. Reporting to the Senior Director, you will collaborate with the management team on diverse asset types and accounts. Your role will entail guiding a team of consultants to efficiently deliver cost consulting services. This includes overseeing client delivery, revenue management, business development, providing 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
• Prepare drawing lists, read blueprints at an advanced level, and provide guidance on project statistics/functional areas.
• Complete project descriptions, assumptions, and estimates with a practical understanding of construction methodology.
• Possess trade/product knowledge and the ability to prepare and complete partial/full trade/elemental take-offs.
• Understand pricing structures for residential, ICI, and civil projects, as well as M&E systems.
• Analyze general conditions breakdown, change orders, and comparative/tender analysis, and coordinate/deliver estimates using appropriate software such as CAD, Excel, Cost X, BIM, Digitizer, and PowerPoint.
• 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.
• 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 all direct reports.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS), Member RICS, or Project Management Professional (PMP) is required. LEED accreditation is an asset
• 10 + years’ leadership experience in a commercial real estate or related field with a Multi-dimensional understanding of the real estate consulting and advisory industry.
• Full and deep understanding of Cost Planning and Project Monitoring services
• Self-motivated with a high degree of integrity, honesty and ethics
• Proven strategic thinking, analytical skills and strong business acumen, with a focus on business development.
• Client service orientation
• Proven leadership skills – people and marketplace

Unlock your Altus Experience!

If you’re looking to advance your career in in an industry that is transitioning for greatness, there’s no better place than Altus Group.

Our high trust, high performance culture prioritizes progressive programs that empower you to deliver your greatest performance while promoting collective success where everyone is recognized and connected.

We offer boundless opportunities in a rapidly growing global business: mentorship from the best and brightest in CRE, access to our Altus Intelligence Academy, and the chance to work with the best data sets, tools and technology in the industry.

What Altus Group offers:

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

• Growth and development: we invest in your professional learning. Our Altus Intelligence Academy offers over 150,000 hours of learning content.

• 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.

Inclusivity & Accessibility

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.

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.