Associate Director - Quantity Surveying

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Associate Director - Quantity Surveying

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #99872

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 complete ownership of high-profile Residential projects (values c£5m-£40m+) from early-stage feasibility through to final handover.

Core Commercial Delivery: Execute end-to-end quantity surveying and Employer's Agent duties, including advanced cost planning, pre-contract tendering, and robust contract administration (predominantly JCT and Design & Build).

Section 106 (S106) Management: Quantify financial contributions for local infrastructure, draft economic viability assessments, monitor legal compliance milestones, cost-estimate on-site community assets (such as affordable housing), and audit completed public infrastructure works.

Investment Partnership Advisory: Build detailed cash flow models to calculate IRR for partners, conduct financial and title due diligence on potential investment partners, draft risk-sharing commercial frameworks, and establish transparent tendering processes that align public procurement laws with private sector pace.

Client Engagement: Act as a primary client contact, managing expectations, delivering strategic advice, and nurturing long-term relationships through exceptional communication.

Team Mentorship: Play a pivotal role in senior management by supporting, guiding, and upskilling 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.

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