Associate

Compensation Range
$95,000 - $125,000 CAD

This is a backfill position within the team.

Compensation Disclaimer
The salary range listed reflects the base pay for this role at Altus Group and is provided where required by local regulations. Actual offers may differ based on experience, market conditions, and other relevant factors. The range does not include additional compensation such as bonuses, equity, benefits, or other incentives.

Job Summary
Altus Group is currently seeking a candidate in the position of Associate based out of our Halifax office to join our Development Advisory division. The Associate will be an integral part of the Atlantic team, responsible for managing multiple development advisory project deliverables, ensuring high-quality, accurate, and efficient output within assigned budgets. This role provides comprehensive quantity surveying and cost planning across public and private sector projects in the Atlantic region. The Associate will actively support client relationship management, technical quality assurance, and business development initiatives through service excellence.

Key Responsibilities- Deliver cost planning, project monitoring, estimating, value management, and consulting services for a variety of project asset classes throughout the Atlantic region.
- Prepare detailed and conceptual cost estimates, including measurements of building elements and review of contract documentation
- Provide benchmarking data, unit cost analysis, and complex takeoffs
- Review, negotiate, and validate pricing for change orders to ensure alignment with project budgets
- Collaborate with internal and external project stakeholders to gather data information to prepare proposals/reports; develop innovative solutions to meet the client's unique requirements

• Conduct technical checking and quality assurance of peer review reports to ensure professionalism prior to issuance
• Direct the distribution and collection of inputs required for estimate preparation, ensuring adherence to deadlines
• Maintain positive and proactive client communication to resolve issues and support ongoing project needs
• Support business development by fostering strong. long term client relationships and identifying opportunities for continued engagement

Key Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in construction cost estimating, project monitoring, cost control, and quantity take-offs
• Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) with CIQS is preferred; candidates working towards PQS designation will also be considered
• Strong knowledge of the local construction industry, including owners, contractors, sub-trades, and contract structures
• Proficiency in CostX (including Databooks), Bluebeam, Sharepoint, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
• Understanding of CIQS standard method of measurement – elemental/trade, Provincial lien act and Standard contract conditions – CCDC
• Knowledge of various procurement methods and project scheduling principles
• Ability to complete trade and elemental take-offs from preliminary design through tender and construction documentation

Unlock your Altus Experience
If you're looking to advance your career in in an industry that is transitioning for greatness, there's no better place than Altus Group.

Our high trust, high performance culture prioritizes progressive programs that empower you to deliver your greatest performance while promoting collective success where everyone is recognized and connected.

We offer boundless opportunities in a rapidly growing global business: mentorship from the best and brightest in CRE, access to our Altus Intelligence Academy, and the chance to work with the best data sets, tools and technology in the industry.

What Altus Group Offers

• Rewarding performance: competitive compensation, incentive and bonus plans, and a total rewards package prioritizing mental, physical, and financial well-being.
• Growth and development: we invest in your professional learning. Our Altus Intelligence Academy offers over 150,000 hours of learning content.
• Flexible work model: our Activity-Based Work model provides flexibility to align your work location to the needs of the work — use the office for collaboration and remote work for focused tasks.

Inclusivity & Accessibility
Altus Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued. We provide an atmosphere free from barriers to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourage equal opportunities for all employees. We're seeking candidates with diverse experiences and provide accessible candidate experiences throughout the selection process. If you need accommodation, please contact us at or

Use of Artificial Intelligence
AI tools may be used to support the initial stages of screening for this role; however, all assessments and final hiring decisions are reviewed and made by an Altus Group hiring professional.

Background Checks
Please note that as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, Altus Group may conduct background checks on candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment. These checks may include, but are not limited to, verification of employment history, education credentials, criminal records, credit history (where relevant), and reference checks. The scope and nature of background checks may vary depending on the role, location, and applicable laws. All background checks will be conducted in compliance with local laws and regulations, and candidates will be informed of any checks required as part of the recruitment process.

Other Notes / Application Process
We appreciate all applicants; however, only those selected to move forward will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Altus Group.