Assistant Building Consultant

3 weeks ago


Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada EllisDon Full time

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We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn't matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at EllisDon could look like for you. As you can see, we are a diverse bunch.

Above all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at EllisDon, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. EllisDon's commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon's purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve to their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.

In case you're curious, here's what the industry thinks of us, some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work in, and our latest impact report.

You, as an Assistant Building Consultant, will:

  • Act as an Assistant Building Consultant and Cost Consultant, handling small to mid-sized property-related insurance claims and construction related projects.
  • Ensure superior communication within the team and with external parties including consultants, clients, insurers, and adjusters.
  • Conduct onsite evaluations of restoration needs, document property damage from various causes, develop scope of repairs and oversee site activities while preparing cost estimates, budgets, and other financial assessments as needed.
  • Collaborate with consultants to review and ensure compliance with Building Codes, identifying necessary upgrades.
  • Utilize resources and data from internal EllisDon teams to enhance service quality and project outcomes for our clients.
  • Develop and execute competitive tender packages for contractors and trades on behalf of clients.
  • Serve as the assistant for all project-related communications with stakeholders and EllisDon management.
  • Provide administrative support to lead building consultants and assist with other required tasks.

    Is this the right role for you?
    • 3-5 years in onsite restoration experience, insurance, or construction project management is required.
    • IICRC credentials and restoration related certificates are required.
    • Strong skills in Xactimate, Excel and Microsoft Office are required.
    • Self-motivated and willing to work remotely and travel within the interior BC is required.
    • Bachelor's degree/diploma in Construction, Project Management, Architectural, Engineering, or Trade Certification would be an asset.
    • CIP, PQS, CIQS, RICS, PMP, CRM designations would be an asset
    • This role can be located in Kelowna, Kamloops or Vernon

      EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.
      Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it

      We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

      ​Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

      We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates. If you haven't already, be sure to create a profile on our Careers page here to remain up to date on the status of your application and learn about new career opportunities as they arise.



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