Senior Loan Monitoring Surveyor

Senior Loan Monitoring Surveyor job opportunity with a global multidisciplinary cost consultancy in Vancouver, British Columbia. Only suitable to candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada.

Project Details

This is an opportunity to be on-site for high-profile, complex construction projects from institutions such as schools and hospitals to mixed-use, office, and government buildings and corporate towers.

You will act as the liaison between the construction company and the financial institution, building relationships with project personnel and physically navigating the site to prepare trusted, accurate and complete reports and cost forecasting until completion and repayment of the mortgage.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Visit construction sites. You will review the contractor and subcontractor progress claims monthly.
• Track project budget, against cost-to-date and cost-to-complete. Report, to the lender, on the overall progress of the project and anticipated completion dates.
• Deliver pre-development services. You will establish the feasibility of the project and identify risks.
• Review the development schedule and develop cash flow projections.
• Prepare and submit a preliminary report to the lender before any loan advances are issued to the borrower, confirming the borrower’s equity.
• Change management and quality assurance. You will review all aspects, applications, and details.
• Review construction contracts and other forms of commitments to minimize any risks of completion of the project.
• Provide approvals on insured deposit advances, keeping the insurance lender up to date, and providing access to the funds.
• Process payment certification under construction contracts in compliance with the Provincial Lien Act.
• Negotiate change orders with contractors in accordance to the terms of the agreed contract.

Desired Skills and Experience

• 3 years of experience in loan and project monitoring.
• A senior level understanding of construction estimating, budgeting, planning, payment scheduling, and insurance for commercial development projects.
• You have strong knowledge of RICS Project Monitoring guidelines, CIQS standard method of measurement, both elemental and trade.
• You are highly proficient with Sharepoint and MS Office, including Project.
• You can build and foster relationships with internal and client stakeholders across all levels of construction projects, gathering information, and eliciting cooperation both onsite and virtually.
• You are an outstanding communicator who can clarify ambiguities and present information in a way that is structured and makes sense. You can relay delays and setbacks while managing expectations and retaining the client's confidence.
• You can influence without authority and roll up your sleeves as a critical member of a cross-functional team.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Architecture, Construction or Civil Technology, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Science, or a related field. You are working towards PQS designation, CIQS/RICS membership, or LEED accreditation.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The employer is an award-winning professional consultancy providing complete project solutions in real estate and infrastructure asset planning, development, operations, and transactions.

The right candidate will get to work on meaningful projects that impacts communities globally and enjoy workplace flexibility with the freedom from a hybrid program.

This company possesses dynamic company culture, and they invest in their employee’s professional growth through continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Generous basic salary negotiable based on experience
• Competitive compensation package with health and dental benefits, above average vacation, RRSP matching, bonuses, sick days and more