Job Title: Associate Director (Quantity Surveying) Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 (DOE & MRICS Status) Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh (Hybrid Working) Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to join a leading cost consultancy with established offices across Central Scotland. Following continued growth and the successful award of several major frameworks and high-value projects, the consultancy is looking to strengthen its senior leadership team. The business delivers cost management services across commercial, infrastructure, public sector, residential and mixed-use developments , including major schemes valued in excess of 100 million . This role offers the opportunity to lead the commercial delivery of flagship projects while playing a key role in business development, mentoring the next generation of surveyors, and supporting the strategic growth of the Edinburgh office. This position offers a clearly defined pathway towards Director and Equity Partner level for the right individual. Job Requirements Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor, Associate or Associate Director level within a PQS consultancy MRICS Chartered status is essential (or willingness to complete APC within six months) Strong experience delivering high-value commercial, residential, public sector or infrastructure projects Proven ability to manage key client relationships and generate new business opportunities Experience mentoring junior surveyors and supporting APC candidates Strong commercial, financial and leadership skills Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for regional travel Stable employment history demonstrating leadership and long-term career progression Salary & Benefits Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 (DOE & MRICS Status) Hybrid working arrangement Clear progression pathway to Director and Equity Partner Glasgow city centre parking permit (circa 1,000 value) or mileage reimbursement Flexible public holidays Birthday leave Full APC and professional membership support Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of a highly respected consultancy Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management and successful delivery of major construction projects valued in excess of 100 million Oversee full pre and post-contract quantity surveying services across a diverse project portfolio Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, consultants and stakeholders Drive business development, fee generation and the acquisition of new projects Mentor and develop junior team members, supporting APC candidates through to chartership Work closely with senior leadership to support the strategic growth of the business, particularly within the Edinburgh office Provide commercial leadership, technical guidance and quality assurance across multiple projects Represent the consultancy professionally at client meetings, networking events and industry functions Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
19/08/2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate Director (Quantity Surveying) Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 (DOE & MRICS Status) Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh (Hybrid Working) Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to join a leading cost consultancy with established offices across Central Scotland. Following continued growth and the successful award of several major frameworks and high-value projects, the consultancy is looking to strengthen its senior leadership team. The business delivers cost management services across commercial, infrastructure, public sector, residential and mixed-use developments , including major schemes valued in excess of 100 million . This role offers the opportunity to lead the commercial delivery of flagship projects while playing a key role in business development, mentoring the next generation of surveyors, and supporting the strategic growth of the Edinburgh office. This position offers a clearly defined pathway towards Director and Equity Partner level for the right individual. Job Requirements Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor, Associate or Associate Director level within a PQS consultancy MRICS Chartered status is essential (or willingness to complete APC within six months) Strong experience delivering high-value commercial, residential, public sector or infrastructure projects Proven ability to manage key client relationships and generate new business opportunities Experience mentoring junior surveyors and supporting APC candidates Strong commercial, financial and leadership skills Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for regional travel Stable employment history demonstrating leadership and long-term career progression Salary & Benefits Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 (DOE & MRICS Status) Hybrid working arrangement Clear progression pathway to Director and Equity Partner Glasgow city centre parking permit (circa 1,000 value) or mileage reimbursement Flexible public holidays Birthday leave Full APC and professional membership support Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of a highly respected consultancy Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management and successful delivery of major construction projects valued in excess of 100 million Oversee full pre and post-contract quantity surveying services across a diverse project portfolio Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, consultants and stakeholders Drive business development, fee generation and the acquisition of new projects Mentor and develop junior team members, supporting APC candidates through to chartership Work closely with senior leadership to support the strategic growth of the business, particularly within the Edinburgh office Provide commercial leadership, technical guidance and quality assurance across multiple projects Represent the consultancy professionally at client meetings, networking events and industry functions Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Job Title: Associate Director (Quantity Surveying) Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 (DOE & MRICS Status) Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh (Hybrid Working) Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to join a leading cost consultancy with established offices across Central Scotland. Following continued growth and the successful award of several major frameworks and high-value projects, the consultancy is looking to strengthen its senior leadership team. The business delivers cost management services across commercial, infrastructure, public sector, residential and mixed-use developments , including major schemes valued in excess of 100 million . This role offers the opportunity to lead the commercial delivery of flagship projects while playing a key role in business development, mentoring the next generation of surveyors, and supporting the strategic growth of the Edinburgh office. This position offers a clearly defined pathway towards Director and Equity Partner level for the right individual. Job Requirements Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor, Associate or Associate Director level within a PQS consultancy MRICS Chartered status is essential (or willingness to complete APC within six months) Strong experience delivering high-value commercial, residential, public sector or infrastructure projects Proven ability to manage key client relationships and generate new business opportunities Experience mentoring junior surveyors and supporting APC candidates Strong commercial, financial and leadership skills Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for regional travel Stable employment history demonstrating leadership and long-term career progression Salary & Benefits Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 (DOE & MRICS Status) Hybrid working arrangement Clear progression pathway to Director and Equity Partner Glasgow city centre parking permit (circa 1,000 value) or mileage reimbursement Flexible public holidays Birthday leave Full APC and professional membership support Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of a highly respected consultancy Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management and successful delivery of major construction projects valued in excess of 100 million Oversee full pre and post-contract quantity surveying services across a diverse project portfolio Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, consultants and stakeholders Drive business development, fee generation and the acquisition of new projects Mentor and develop junior team members, supporting APC candidates through to chartership Work closely with senior leadership to support the strategic growth of the business, particularly within the Edinburgh office Provide commercial leadership, technical guidance and quality assurance across multiple projects Represent the consultancy professionally at client meetings, networking events and industry functions Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
19/08/2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate Director (Quantity Surveying) Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 (DOE & MRICS Status) Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh (Hybrid Working) Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to join a leading cost consultancy with established offices across Central Scotland. Following continued growth and the successful award of several major frameworks and high-value projects, the consultancy is looking to strengthen its senior leadership team. The business delivers cost management services across commercial, infrastructure, public sector, residential and mixed-use developments , including major schemes valued in excess of 100 million . This role offers the opportunity to lead the commercial delivery of flagship projects while playing a key role in business development, mentoring the next generation of surveyors, and supporting the strategic growth of the Edinburgh office. This position offers a clearly defined pathway towards Director and Equity Partner level for the right individual. Job Requirements Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor, Associate or Associate Director level within a PQS consultancy MRICS Chartered status is essential (or willingness to complete APC within six months) Strong experience delivering high-value commercial, residential, public sector or infrastructure projects Proven ability to manage key client relationships and generate new business opportunities Experience mentoring junior surveyors and supporting APC candidates Strong commercial, financial and leadership skills Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for regional travel Stable employment history demonstrating leadership and long-term career progression Salary & Benefits Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 (DOE & MRICS Status) Hybrid working arrangement Clear progression pathway to Director and Equity Partner Glasgow city centre parking permit (circa 1,000 value) or mileage reimbursement Flexible public holidays Birthday leave Full APC and professional membership support Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of a highly respected consultancy Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management and successful delivery of major construction projects valued in excess of 100 million Oversee full pre and post-contract quantity surveying services across a diverse project portfolio Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, consultants and stakeholders Drive business development, fee generation and the acquisition of new projects Mentor and develop junior team members, supporting APC candidates through to chartership Work closely with senior leadership to support the strategic growth of the business, particularly within the Edinburgh office Provide commercial leadership, technical guidance and quality assurance across multiple projects Represent the consultancy professionally at client meetings, networking events and industry functions Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Location: Covent Garden, London. WC2 Salary: £75,000 £90,000 plus bonus and benefits ABOUT US Adair is an independent multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy providing Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Project Monitoring and Dispute Resolution services across the UK and internationally. We are known for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice across a diverse portfolio of prestigious and complex projects. THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for an ambitious Associate Director to help establish and grow our permanent Building Surveying team in Covent Garden. This could suit an existing Associate or Associate Director, or a strong Senior Building Surveyor ready to step into a more senior and influential position. Working closely with the Head of Building Surveying, you will deliver a broad range of instructions, develop client relationships and play a central role in shaping the London team as it grows. Rather than joining a large, established hierarchy, you will have the opportunity to make a visible impact, help recruit future team members and influence the development of the service. THE ROLE You will work across prime and super-prime residential, commercial, retail, theatre and public-sector properties, mainly in London and the South East. You will have the freedom to combine technical delivery with client development and team leadership, rather than being confined to a narrow specialism or purely fee-earning role. Responsibilities will include: Delivering professional and project Building Surveying instructions. Developing existing clients and generating new business. Preparing fee proposals and acting as a key fee earner. Undertaking building surveys and defect diagnosis. Providing contract administration services. Preparing specifications, tender documents and contract documentation. Advising on dilapidations and Party Wall matters. Preparing licences to alter and monitoring works. Supporting expert-witness matters. Mentoring junior surveyors and supporting APC candidates. Helping to recruit and develop the London team. The role requires a strong all-round Building Surveyor rather than someone focused on a single specialism. ABOUT YOU You should be: MRICS qualified with an RICS-accredited Building Surveying degree. Experienced across a broad range of Building Surveying services. Commercially aware and comfortable with clients and business development. Able to lead instructions and support junior colleagues. Proactive, personable and highly organised. You will enjoy taking ownership, building relationships and contributing beyond the delivery of individual projects. What we offer £75,000 £90,000, depending on experience. Bonus, private healthcare and pension. Life insurance and critical illness cover. A key role in building Adair s permanent London Building Surveying team. The opportunity to shape a growing team while working on varied, high-quality instructions. RE : JE-ADAIR012
12/08/2026
Full time
Location: Covent Garden, London. WC2 Salary: £75,000 £90,000 plus bonus and benefits ABOUT US Adair is an independent multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy providing Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Project Monitoring and Dispute Resolution services across the UK and internationally. We are known for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice across a diverse portfolio of prestigious and complex projects. THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for an ambitious Associate Director to help establish and grow our permanent Building Surveying team in Covent Garden. This could suit an existing Associate or Associate Director, or a strong Senior Building Surveyor ready to step into a more senior and influential position. Working closely with the Head of Building Surveying, you will deliver a broad range of instructions, develop client relationships and play a central role in shaping the London team as it grows. Rather than joining a large, established hierarchy, you will have the opportunity to make a visible impact, help recruit future team members and influence the development of the service. THE ROLE You will work across prime and super-prime residential, commercial, retail, theatre and public-sector properties, mainly in London and the South East. You will have the freedom to combine technical delivery with client development and team leadership, rather than being confined to a narrow specialism or purely fee-earning role. Responsibilities will include: Delivering professional and project Building Surveying instructions. Developing existing clients and generating new business. Preparing fee proposals and acting as a key fee earner. Undertaking building surveys and defect diagnosis. Providing contract administration services. Preparing specifications, tender documents and contract documentation. Advising on dilapidations and Party Wall matters. Preparing licences to alter and monitoring works. Supporting expert-witness matters. Mentoring junior surveyors and supporting APC candidates. Helping to recruit and develop the London team. The role requires a strong all-round Building Surveyor rather than someone focused on a single specialism. ABOUT YOU You should be: MRICS qualified with an RICS-accredited Building Surveying degree. Experienced across a broad range of Building Surveying services. Commercially aware and comfortable with clients and business development. Able to lead instructions and support junior colleagues. Proactive, personable and highly organised. You will enjoy taking ownership, building relationships and contributing beyond the delivery of individual projects. What we offer £75,000 £90,000, depending on experience. Bonus, private healthcare and pension. Life insurance and critical illness cover. A key role in building Adair s permanent London Building Surveying team. The opportunity to shape a growing team while working on varied, high-quality instructions. RE : JE-ADAIR012
Associate Director - Cost Management We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Associate Director - Cost Management to join a growing consultancy team in Belfast. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to take a leading role across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout Northern Ireland and the wider island of Ireland. You will work directly with clients, project teams and senior stakeholders across sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, residential, infrastructure, public sector, regeneration and mixed-use developments . Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial and cost management of projects from pre- to post-contract. Prepare cost estimates, cost plans and tender documentation. Provide procurement advice, tender analysis and recommendations. Manage valuations, change control, cost reporting and final accounts. Provide contract administration and commercial management advice. Lead risk management and value engineering activities. Develop strong, long-term client relationships. Support business development and fee management. Provide leadership, guidance and mentoring to junior team members. About You Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or a related discipline. MRICS preferred , although candidates working towards professional qualification will be considered. Strong pre- and post-contract experience. Experience working with construction contracts such as JCT, NEC or similar . Previous consultancy experience is highly desirable. Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills. Proven leadership and team development experience. Excellent commercial, analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience across multiple sectors would be advantageous. Strong Microsoft Office skills; CostX experience is desirable. A track record of business development and developing client relationships. What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Private healthcare, car allowance and fuel card. Clear progression opportunities towards Director and Shareholder level . Diverse projects and high-profile clients. Professional membership and career development support. Training, mentoring and access to a wider professional network. Opportunity to work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams.
11/08/2026
Full time
Associate Director - Cost Management We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Associate Director - Cost Management to join a growing consultancy team in Belfast. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to take a leading role across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout Northern Ireland and the wider island of Ireland. You will work directly with clients, project teams and senior stakeholders across sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, residential, infrastructure, public sector, regeneration and mixed-use developments . Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial and cost management of projects from pre- to post-contract. Prepare cost estimates, cost plans and tender documentation. Provide procurement advice, tender analysis and recommendations. Manage valuations, change control, cost reporting and final accounts. Provide contract administration and commercial management advice. Lead risk management and value engineering activities. Develop strong, long-term client relationships. Support business development and fee management. Provide leadership, guidance and mentoring to junior team members. About You Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or a related discipline. MRICS preferred , although candidates working towards professional qualification will be considered. Strong pre- and post-contract experience. Experience working with construction contracts such as JCT, NEC or similar . Previous consultancy experience is highly desirable. Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills. Proven leadership and team development experience. Excellent commercial, analytical and problem-solving abilities. Experience across multiple sectors would be advantageous. Strong Microsoft Office skills; CostX experience is desirable. A track record of business development and developing client relationships. What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Private healthcare, car allowance and fuel card. Clear progression opportunities towards Director and Shareholder level . Diverse projects and high-profile clients. Professional membership and career development support. Training, mentoring and access to a wider professional network. Opportunity to work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams.
Associate Director - Building Surveying London Construction Consultancy Up to 90,000 DOE Ready to make your mark? If you're an experienced Building Surveyor who is ready to move beyond project delivery and play a genuine role in shaping a business, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. We're working with a high-growth, multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy with an impressive reputation across the UK and internationally. As the London team continues to expand, they're looking for an Associate Director - Building Surveying to help drive that next stage of growth. This isn't simply a role focused on managing projects. You'll have the opportunity to develop client relationships, win new work, influence strategy and help build the next generation of the Building Surveying team - with a clear route towards Director. What makes this opportunity different? Real influence - work alongside senior leadership and help shape the future direction of the London Building Surveying service. High-profile projects - work across prime and super-prime residential, landmark commercial buildings, theatres and major mixed-use developments. Commercial responsibility - play a key role in winning work, developing accounts and growing revenue. Multidisciplinary environment - collaborate with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Bank Monitoring Surveyors and Expert Witnesses. Leadership opportunity - mentor and develop surveyors and APC candidates while helping to grow the wider team. Clear progression - a genuine opportunity to progress towards Director as the business continues its expansion. The role You'll combine technical building surveying expertise with commercial and leadership responsibility, taking ownership of key client relationships and playing an active part in growing the service line. Your responsibilities will include: Developing new business and expanding existing client relationships Preparing fee proposals and supporting revenue growth Leading a range of professional Building Surveying instructions Acting on Party Wall matters and Licence to Alter projects Producing specifications, tender and contract documentation Contract Administration Dilapidations and defect diagnosis Measured and building surveys across residential and commercial assets Supporting Expert Witness instructions, including inspections and CPR35-compliant reporting Overseeing project delivery and maintaining excellent client service Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level surveyors, including APC candidates Working closely with senior leadership to identify opportunities and shape the team's growth What we're looking for We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with commercial instinct and the confidence to operate at a senior level. You'll ideally have: An RICS-accredited degree in Building Surveying MRICS qualification Significant consultancy experience A strong professional Building Surveying background Experience developing client relationships and/or winning new work Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong commercial awareness The ability to lead, mentor and develop others Excellent organisation and attention to detail Strong Microsoft Office skills; CAD/BIM experience would be advantageous The opportunity This would suit an existing Associate Director looking for a bigger platform or an experienced Senior Building Surveyor ready to step into a leadership position. You'll be joining a consultancy with ambitious growth plans, working on some of London's most interesting property assets, while having the autonomy and senior exposure to make a real difference. Salary: Up to 90,000 DOE If you're looking for a role where you can build relationships, win work, lead people and shape the future of a Building Surveying team, the apply today. Contact Georgie Marden to find out more. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
07/08/2026
Full time
Associate Director - Building Surveying London Construction Consultancy Up to 90,000 DOE Ready to make your mark? If you're an experienced Building Surveyor who is ready to move beyond project delivery and play a genuine role in shaping a business, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. We're working with a high-growth, multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy with an impressive reputation across the UK and internationally. As the London team continues to expand, they're looking for an Associate Director - Building Surveying to help drive that next stage of growth. This isn't simply a role focused on managing projects. You'll have the opportunity to develop client relationships, win new work, influence strategy and help build the next generation of the Building Surveying team - with a clear route towards Director. What makes this opportunity different? Real influence - work alongside senior leadership and help shape the future direction of the London Building Surveying service. High-profile projects - work across prime and super-prime residential, landmark commercial buildings, theatres and major mixed-use developments. Commercial responsibility - play a key role in winning work, developing accounts and growing revenue. Multidisciplinary environment - collaborate with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Bank Monitoring Surveyors and Expert Witnesses. Leadership opportunity - mentor and develop surveyors and APC candidates while helping to grow the wider team. Clear progression - a genuine opportunity to progress towards Director as the business continues its expansion. The role You'll combine technical building surveying expertise with commercial and leadership responsibility, taking ownership of key client relationships and playing an active part in growing the service line. Your responsibilities will include: Developing new business and expanding existing client relationships Preparing fee proposals and supporting revenue growth Leading a range of professional Building Surveying instructions Acting on Party Wall matters and Licence to Alter projects Producing specifications, tender and contract documentation Contract Administration Dilapidations and defect diagnosis Measured and building surveys across residential and commercial assets Supporting Expert Witness instructions, including inspections and CPR35-compliant reporting Overseeing project delivery and maintaining excellent client service Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level surveyors, including APC candidates Working closely with senior leadership to identify opportunities and shape the team's growth What we're looking for We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with commercial instinct and the confidence to operate at a senior level. You'll ideally have: An RICS-accredited degree in Building Surveying MRICS qualification Significant consultancy experience A strong professional Building Surveying background Experience developing client relationships and/or winning new work Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong commercial awareness The ability to lead, mentor and develop others Excellent organisation and attention to detail Strong Microsoft Office skills; CAD/BIM experience would be advantageous The opportunity This would suit an existing Associate Director looking for a bigger platform or an experienced Senior Building Surveyor ready to step into a leadership position. You'll be joining a consultancy with ambitious growth plans, working on some of London's most interesting property assets, while having the autonomy and senior exposure to make a real difference. Salary: Up to 90,000 DOE If you're looking for a role where you can build relationships, win work, lead people and shape the future of a Building Surveying team, the apply today. Contact Georgie Marden to find out more. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Associate Director - Quantity Surveying Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Cambridge (+ flexible working) Salary: c 80k- 90k (DOE) basic plus competitive benefits package Company & Project: A highly-regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy on the outskirts of Cambridge with a reputation in the local area which spans decades. The business combines deep-rooted heritage in the Cambridgeshire market with a robust future focused on innovation. Their Cambridgeshire office is currently recruiting for an Associate Director level Quantity Surveyor to join their Residential sector team. This position is to be a key member of the senior team, mentoring other surveyors and trainees. With one of the highest staff retention rates in the local area and a team of 15+ quantity surveyors, this consultancy is renowned for internal promotion; many of the current leadership team began their journey here as trainees, proving their commitment to long-term career investment. Duties & Responsibilities: Project Leadership: Take full ownership of high-profile Residential sector projects (values c 5m- 40m+) from initial feasibility through to final handover. Execute comprehensive quantity surveying and employer's agent duties, including sophisticated cost planning, pre-contract tenders, and expert contract administration (predominantly JCT and Design & Build). Managing Section 106 (S106) agreements: Quantify financial contributions for local infrastructure, Draft economic viability assessments, Monitor construction milestones to ensure legal compliance payments are made on time, Estimate the exact delivery costs of on-site community assets like affordable housing units, Audit completed public infrastructure. Working for Investment Partnership clients: Build detailed cash flow models to calculate internal rate of return for partners, Audit the financial health, land titles, and cost histories of potential investment partners, Draft commercial frameworks that fairly distribute financial risks between public and private partners, Establish transparent tendering rules that satisfy public procurement laws and private speed needs. Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, managing expectations and fostering long-term relationships through excellent communication. Play a fundamental role in the senior management team by mentoring, guiding, and developing junior surveyors and trainees. Desirable Experience: Previous experience within the Residential sectors is highly desirable. Proven track record at Senior Quantity Surveyor or Associate level within a private practice or cost consultancy. Exceptional client-facing capabilities with the confidence to lead complex project meetings. MRICS Chartership is preferred, though candidates with equivalent experience will be considered. Previous Roles: Senior Quantity Surveyor, Associate Director, MRICS Surveyor, Cost Manager, Employer's Agent, Associate or Principal Cost Consultant. Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or Building Surveying. MRICS desirable but not essential Application Process: If you would like more information on this Associate Director position please contact Jess Quinn. Applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
24/07/2026
Full time
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Associate Director - Quantity Surveying Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Cambridge (+ flexible working) Salary: c 80k- 90k (DOE) basic plus competitive benefits package Company & Project: A highly-regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy on the outskirts of Cambridge with a reputation in the local area which spans decades. The business combines deep-rooted heritage in the Cambridgeshire market with a robust future focused on innovation. Their Cambridgeshire office is currently recruiting for an Associate Director level Quantity Surveyor to join their Residential sector team. This position is to be a key member of the senior team, mentoring other surveyors and trainees. With one of the highest staff retention rates in the local area and a team of 15+ quantity surveyors, this consultancy is renowned for internal promotion; many of the current leadership team began their journey here as trainees, proving their commitment to long-term career investment. Duties & Responsibilities: Project Leadership: Take full ownership of high-profile Residential sector projects (values c 5m- 40m+) from initial feasibility through to final handover. Execute comprehensive quantity surveying and employer's agent duties, including sophisticated cost planning, pre-contract tenders, and expert contract administration (predominantly JCT and Design & Build). Managing Section 106 (S106) agreements: Quantify financial contributions for local infrastructure, Draft economic viability assessments, Monitor construction milestones to ensure legal compliance payments are made on time, Estimate the exact delivery costs of on-site community assets like affordable housing units, Audit completed public infrastructure. Working for Investment Partnership clients: Build detailed cash flow models to calculate internal rate of return for partners, Audit the financial health, land titles, and cost histories of potential investment partners, Draft commercial frameworks that fairly distribute financial risks between public and private partners, Establish transparent tendering rules that satisfy public procurement laws and private speed needs. Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, managing expectations and fostering long-term relationships through excellent communication. Play a fundamental role in the senior management team by mentoring, guiding, and developing junior surveyors and trainees. Desirable Experience: Previous experience within the Residential sectors is highly desirable. Proven track record at Senior Quantity Surveyor or Associate level within a private practice or cost consultancy. Exceptional client-facing capabilities with the confidence to lead complex project meetings. MRICS Chartership is preferred, though candidates with equivalent experience will be considered. Previous Roles: Senior Quantity Surveyor, Associate Director, MRICS Surveyor, Cost Manager, Employer's Agent, Associate or Principal Cost Consultant. Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or Building Surveying. MRICS desirable but not essential Application Process: If you would like more information on this Associate Director position please contact Jess Quinn. Applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.