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Job Title


Director - Cost Management


Company : TRITAN Group Recruitment


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2025-05-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Position Summary TRITAN Group is working with an award-winning professional consultancy looking for a Director to join their Cost Management team in Toronto. Our client provides complete project solutions for real estate and infrastructure asset planning, development, operations, and transactions. This is a great opportunity to work on high-impact, engaging projects that support the health of the communities we work, live and play in. Role And Responsibilities Actively leads high-profile projects while managing a team of 5-10 members. Prepare the quantification of materials and cost estimates per the CIQS Rules of Measurement using elemental format and, where required, divisional trade format. Prepare estimates of probable materials, labour and equipment costs for construction projects based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings, and specifications. Attend periodic site inspections to assess the cost-to-complete and work-in-place for construction work. Provide proactive cost management advice 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 analyses 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. Networks regularly promote the business, cross-sell, build new contacts and enhance client relationships. Qualifications Having 15+ years of relevant experience. Minimum of 5 years of management and/or leadership experience. Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Finance, Construction Engineering or Project Management. Professional qualification obtained: PQS, MRICS, CIQS, and CEC designations Participation on Professional Boards is considered an asset. Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Cost X, Planswift or relevant estimating software. Advanced knowledge of specialist consultant reports and their impact on development proposals. Advanced construction industry knowledge - development, contracting, and consultant services. Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills combined with sound judgment and initiative. Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels and naturally responsive to internal and external stakeholder requests. Self-motivated with a high degree of integrity, honesty and ethics. Strong communication skills verbal, reporting, writing & presentation. Eligible to work in Canada or pursuing a work permit. Salary & Benefits $150,000 - $190,000 per year based on work experience and qualifications. Health, dental, life insurance and long-term disability benefits. RRSP matching program. 4 weeks Vacation (20 days) per year. 10 days of paid sick days per year. Discretionary bonuses and annual increments. Financial support towards annual professional membership dues and to obtain new designations.