Senior Quantity Surveyor managing cost planning, contracts, procurement, and risk for Arcadis’ Canadian construction and infrastructure projects. Supporting sustainable delivery across the full project lifecycle.
About the role
- Senior Quantity Surveyor supporting construction and infrastructure projects in Canada. Leading cost management and commercial responsibilities across the project lifecycle in a hybrid environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead cost planning and estimating throughout the project lifecycle
- Prepare and maintain project cost plans and budgets from concept through execution, handover, and warranty phases for projects across Canada
- Produce detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates using Canadian market rates, regional labour productivity norms, and local supply chain intelligence
- Support feasibility studies, investment appraisals, and benchmarking to inform early-stage decision-making
- Manage commercial and contract responsibilities in line with Arcadis policies and Canadian contract standards, including NEC, CCDC, and other relevant forms
- Administer contracts and handle variations, claims, extensions of time, and final account settlements while ensuring provincial and federal compliance
- Oversee contractor payment applications, valuations, and final accounts to ensure accuracy and timely processing
- Lead or support procurement and tendering activities; prepare tender documents, evaluate bids, and produce tender reports and recommendations
- Provide procurement advice on appropriate strategies to meet project objectives and align with Canadian public procurement rules when applicable
- Monitor project costs, prepare monthly cost reports and forecasts, and track committed and forecast expenditure, change control, and contingency utilisation to support financial governance and reporting
- Identify and manage commercial and cost risks, proposing and implementing mitigation measures
- Engage in value engineering workshops and provide life-cycle cost and sustainability advice, including whole-life costing and carbon impact considerations aligned with Canadian green building standards
- Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, subconsultants, and internal Arcadis teams; support and mentor junior quantity surveyors and quality-assure their outputs
- Present commercial and cost information clearly to stakeholders and ensure compliance with Arcadis procedures, client governance, and local statutory requirements such as tax, HST/GST, and import duties
Requirements
- Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
- Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills; bilingualism (English/French) an advantage depending on region
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within multi-disciplinary project teams across Canada
- Proactive problem-solver who presents clear options and commercial recommendations
- Proficient with MS Office and cost management/estimating software; familiarity with Canadian cost databases and estimating tools is desirable
- Commitment to sustainability, quality and client service with awareness of Canadian sustainability initiatives and codes
- Professional member of CIQS or RICS is preferred.
- Experience in estimating Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems is advantageous
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development
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