M&E Quantity Surveyor

3 days ago

Toronto, ON, Canada Fortiva Full-time $90,000 - $130,000 Contract

Job Title: Senior / Quantity Surveyor (M&E)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are representing a premier international cost consultancy seeking a skilled M&E Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team in Toronto or Vancouver.

You will act as a commercial lead, providing specialist Mechanical and Electrical cost planning, procurement advice, and post-contract management across high-profile real estate and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Pre-Contract Cost Planning: Prepare detailed M&E cost plans, feasibility estimates, and quantity take-offs from concept design through tender package preparation.
  • Tender & Procurement: Evaluate subcontractor M&E bids, perform value engineering, and lead commercial negotiations.
  • Post-Contract Administration: Assess monthly progress draws, review and negotiate M&E variation requests/change orders, and settle final accounts.
  • Advisory & Benchmarking: Provide strategic advice to clients, architects, and engineering teams on M&E cost drivers, market trends, and risk management.

Requirements

  • Experience: 5+ years of Quantity Surveying experience with a dedicated focus on Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services.
  • Chartership: MRICS or PQS (CIQS) designation strongly preferred.
  • Education: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building Services Engineering, or Construction Management.
  • Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with estimating software (e.g., CostX) and strong familiarity with Canadian building standards and M&E market rates.

What’s Offered

  • Competitive base salary tailored to the Toronto/Vancouver market
  • Extended health benefits, pension, and paid professional membership dues (RICS/CIQS)
  • Clear career development path within a leading global consultancy