Associate DIrector - Quantity Surveying

Location: Cambridgeshire

Vacancy Summary

Job Title:

Associate Director - Quantity Surveying

Job Type: Permanent

Job : #1321

Location:

Cambridge (+ flexible working)

Salary: c £70k-£80k (DOE) basic plus competitive benefits package including car allowance and pension.

Company & Project:

A highly-regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy on the outskirts of Cambridge which has held a presence in the local area for decades. The business combines deep-rooted heritage in the Cambridgeshire market with a robust future.

Their Cambridgeshire office is currently recruiting for an Associate Director level Quantity Surveyor to join their Heritage Building 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, 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 Heritage sector projects (values c £5m-£40m+) from initial feasibility through to final handover.

Technical Excellence:
Execute comprehensive quantity surveying duties, including sophisticated cost planning, pre-contract tenders, and expert contract administration (predominantly JCT and Design & Build).

Client Management:
Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, managing expectations and fostering long-term relationships through excellent communication.

Mentorship:
Play a fundamental role in the senior management team by mentoring, guiding, and developing junior surveyors and trainees.

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Desirable

Experience:

Extensive experience within the Heritage or Listed Building sectors is highly desirable.

Proven track record at Senior 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, or Principal Cost Consultant.

Qualifications:

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or Building Surveying.

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.

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