Cost Management Analyst

Cost Management Analyst – CBRE Meet our Cost Management Analyst opening at CBRE in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. About The Role As a CBRE Cost Management Analyst, you will collect, review, and present construction cost data to support multi-disciplined commercial real estate solutions. This role is part of Building Consultancy, responsible for specialist building services including surveying, inspections, and planning. What You’ll Do Produce concept-level estimates to aid feasibility studies and assist with business cases. Gather a range of information from simple internal benchmarking to detailed market data. Support project managers and leasing teams to estimate costs associated with the lease. Optimize property owner contribution and tenant improvement allowances on behalf of the Client. Level all bid responses, organize data, and generate reports for senior management. Reconcile all estimates and change orders. Review all applied costs toward allowances, contingencies, and reserves. Update the cost plan accordingly. Prepare the release of all withholdings and close all funding approvals once complete. Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems. Have some knowledge of standard principles with limited practical experience in applying them. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Impact the quality of own work. Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. Exchange straightforward information, asks questions, and checks for understanding. Perform benchmarking exercises to update the cost database with accurate, region‑specific costing data. Security Requirement Successful candidates must attain and maintain a valid and active RCMP Enhanced Security Clearance (ERSC). Applicants must have lived in Canada for a minimum of five years. What You’ll Need Educational Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Technology, Architecture, or equivalent experience in Construction Estimating or Budgeting. Minimum 5‑7 years experience in developing construction or project budgets and analysis of cost breakdowns. Member of the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) or RICS. PQS designation would be an asset. Ability to use existing procedures to solve standard problems. Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments. In‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset. Intermediate math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial‑related calculations. Why CBRE? When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on respect, integrity, service and excellence, and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $85,000 – $90,000 annually. Benefits include Group Retirement Program, Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Life Insurance, and more. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law. Candidate Accommodations CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 388 4346 (Canada) and +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.). #J-18808-Ljbffr