Senior Building Consultant

EFI Global

. Perform site inspections of affected residential, commercial, and industrial structures .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Building Consulting, Project Management, and Estimation within the Construction and Restoration Industries, with a strong focus on cost analysis, client communication, and quality assurance. Proficient in utilizing industry-standard tools for appraisals and project documentation.

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Building Consulting ExperienceProject Management ExperienceXactimate ProficiencyMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyAbility to Read Architectural Drawings

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisConstruction SpecificationsBid Document ProductionAppraisals and ValuationsCost Control DevelopmentRestoration Project AuditingUnit Cost DevelopmentReport Accuracy ReviewClient ReportingPPE Maintenance

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsNegotiating Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteCoreLogicRS MeansXactimate

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree PreferredValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Construction IndustryRestoration IndustryBuilding ConsultingSite InspectionsClient SatisfactionTeam EnvironmentQuality Assurance Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Swift

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform site inspections of affected residential, commercial, and industrial structures
Gather information required for requested consulting services
Produce detailed construction specifications, scopes of work, and bid documents
Produce appraisals of materials, labour, and equipment required for reconstruction projects
Develop unit costs reflecting local labour, material, equipment, productivity, and site conditions
Produce appraisals and valuations using Xactimate, Microsoft Excel, CoreLogic (Marshall & Swift / Boeckh), and RS Means
Develop cost controls and review restoration options and cost-effective repair solutions
Audit restoration and reconstruction project costs
Coordinate communication between multiple sophisticated stakeholders
Review reports for accuracy and completeness before issuance
Deliver reports to clients on time
Maintain accurate records using designated technology
Manage billings and work in progress
Maintain customer service and client satisfaction
Promote Sedgwick Building Consulting Services to existing and new clients
Mentor new hires in a team-building environment
Support Sedgwick quality assurance programs
Perform other assigned duties and travel as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
Five (5) or more years of Building Consulting experience is preferred
Eight (8) or more years experience as a Project Manager or Estimator in the Construction or Restoration Industries is required
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presenting information
High level proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Word and Excel
Ability to read and interpret Architectural and Engineering drawings and specifications
Strong analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiating skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
Must maintain valid driver’s license with clean driving history
Ability to work from home
Ability to use and maintain required PPE, including hard hats, safety boots, and full and half face respirators
Ability to work outdoors and in damaged buildings with exposure to inclement weather, hazardous materials, moulds, and fungi
Ability to climb ladders or scaffolds for roof or building exterior inspections

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ability to work from home
Inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes
Accommodation support if contacted for an employment opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer