🧮 Quantity Surveyor in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Employers in Edmonton hiring this role typically need: prepare bills of quantities, measure completed work, assess valuations and support cost control and commercial administration.

Key responsibilities

• Support variation pricing and final accounts
• Support cost control and commercial reporting
• Prepare bills of quantities and cost plans
• Measure completed work on site

Skills employers look for

• Commercial awareness
• Accurate record keeping
• Measurement standards
• Cost estimating

Tools and standards

• Contract forms and payment schedules
• Variation trackers
• Measurement and take-off software

Typical deliverables

• Final account statement
• Bills of quantities
• Monthly valuation

How success is measured

• Cost variance control
• Measurement accuracy
• Payment turnaround

Common challenges

• Frequent variations
• Incomplete design information

Hiring tip

Ask for a sample bill or valuation and how they checked it for errors.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Quantity Surveyor cost in Edmonton?

Indicative Quantity Surveyor rates for Edmonton, Alberta, Canada are about $25–$75 per hour, or $3,250–$9,750 per month for regular work.

What does a Quantity Surveyor do in Edmonton?

Prepare bills of quantities, measure completed work, assess valuations and support cost control and commercial administration. Typical work includes prepare bills of quantities and cost plans, measure completed work on site and assess interim valuations and payment applications.

What qualifications are usual for a Quantity Surveyor?

Quantity surveying or construction degree; Professional membership is a plus; 3+ years in construction cost work.

Can I hire a Quantity Surveyor for Edmonton remotely?

Often yes. Many teams work across provinces and time zones; confirm language needs, especially in Quebec. Agree working-hour overlap, tools, reporting and payment method before work begins.

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