Managing Surveyor / Associate Director

AtkinsRéalis; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and engineering firm in the UAE seeks a Managing Surveyor or Associate Director of Building Surveying. You will lead consultancy teams and manage client relationships for prestigious projects. Ideal candidates have a relevant construction qualification and strong experience in project delivery. Join a dynamic team committed to quality service and personal development. This role offers a collaborative environment focused on innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Total Reward package tailored to lifestyle

Qualifications

• Demonstrable skills in leading consultancy teams for client projects.
• Experience of delivering consultancy services in Building Surveying.
• Proven track record in project management from inception to handover.

Responsibilities

• Be a focal point for the building surveying team.
• Contribute to strategic planning for business development.
• Ensure quality standards in service delivery to clients.

Skills

Client management

Team leadership

Project delivery

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant construction qualification

Professional membership (MRICS / FRICS)

Job description

Job Description

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems.

Our Project & Programme Services team are proud to deliver on some of the most prestigious construction projects across the world. It's thanks to our talented people and their diverse thinking, expertise, and knowledge. Join us and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents and expertise.

When it comes to work-life balance, AtkinsRéalis is a great place to be. So, let's discuss how our flexible and remote working policies can support your priorities. We're passionate about our work while valuing each other equally. So, ask us about some of our recent pledges for Women's Equality and being a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer.

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s leading project and cost management consultancies operating at the forefront of the property, industry and transport sectors. We are dedicated to providing high quality professional services with cutting-edge expertise to a large variety of clients from public and private sector. Join us and you’ll benefit from a development programme designed to ensure your career objectives are met in full in addition to placing great emphasis on the training, development and progression of our staff at all levels.

As part of our continuous expansion in the UK market we are looking for a Managing Surveyor or Associate Director of Building Surveying to consolidate and grow our Building Surveying offering in Nottingham and surrounding regions. The individual will work closely with the Head of Building Surveying and other office Directors to deliver the business plan and maintain sustained growth within the various markets in which we operate.

You will need experience of leading consultancy teams on behalf of the client and should possess demonstrable skills in the following areas:

• Managing and delivering consultancy services within the Building Surveying and Project Management market.
• Engage and develop existing and new clients to contribute to the growth and development of the business in the region.
• Key client account management for high profile projects.
• Ability to lead and develop a team of dynamic individuals across multiple sites and teams.

Requirements :

• To hold a relevant construction qualification and be a professional member of a recognised professional institution i.e. MRICS / FRICS.
• A track record of generating and developing opportunities and winning new work.
• To have the ability to manage a project throughout its lifecycle.
• Have experience of both project delivery and the completion of survey programmes.
• The ability to demonstrate a highly motivated, pro‑spirited approach to work matters.
• Detailed knowledge of working within the Building Surveying and Consultancy Services market.
• Management experience of successful project delivery from inception to handover.
• Ability to manage and develop a team.
• Experience of client management and development.
• Ability to deal with Clients and / or the business at a senior level.
• Attend sector led events locally and nationally to promote the ATKINSREALIS business.
• Driving Licence / Level of mobility required in the role.
• Be engaged in commercial management and profitability monitoring.
• Produce scope, fee and contractual proposals.

Responsibilities :

• Be a focal point and supervision figure for part of the well‑established building surveying team.
• Contribute to the strategic plans for the business and help maintain and develop business for the future.
• Maintain service quality standards and a culture of continuous improvement and constructive expertise.
• Take responsibility for some key projects and the account management and customer care for major clients.
• New business proposals and tendering, liaising with the marketing team to ensure highest quality marketing and promotional materials.
• Collaboration with other service streams, sectors and the wider AtkinsRéalis and Atkins business to provide combined and innovative solutions improving our competitive advantage.
• Ensuring the quality and timeliness of service delivery to clients, acting as primary interface to help build clients' confidence in the team.
• Participating in relevant internal / external training initiatives.
• Playing an instrumental role in generating repeat business, winning new work and developing new business opportunities.
• Controlling workload and resources.
• Keeping abreast of industry issues and developments in best practice.
• Managing and supervising teams to enable a strongly motivated, engaged and high performing function. Managing other individuals including undertaking performance and development reviews (PDRs) and mentoring and coaching less experienced colleagues.
• Providing guidance, leadership and technical expertise to team members.
• Competently communicating and interacting with others, in accordance with the organisation's values.

This role has excellent prospects for an individual who has a strong desire to progress and enjoys working collaboratively within a vibrant team. As well as technical competence, we are looking for someone with the ability to think laterally, who possesses first‑class communication skills, has strong commercial awareness, and will provide an exemplary service to our clients.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry's most exciting and newsworthy construction projects – from Sizewell C to the world's tallest hotel, London's Heathrow Airport to Europe's first eco‑friendly mosque. You'll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK.

Meeting your needs :

To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees 'Total Reward.' It's a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs.

Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview, and we’ll discuss any adjustments you might need.

Additional Information :

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.