Associate Director

Cumming Group UK & Europe; Exeter; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project and cost management consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks an Associate Director to manage key client relationships, deliver exceptional services, and drive business growth. The ideal candidate will lead and mentor a team, support recruitment and development, and contribute to business development efforts. A strong technical background in construction, excellent negotiation skills, and proven leadership experience are essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of the firm.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of the construction industry.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Experience managing multiple or complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead service delivery for key clients, maintaining relationships.
• Manage bids, fee proposals, and resource planning.
• Provide leadership and mentoring for team members.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Resilience

Education

Degree in Construction, Cost Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying

MRICS (or equivalent)

Job description

Associate Director - Infrastructure

Cumming Group is an international project and cost management consultancy delivering innovative solutions in construction, real estate, and infrastructure. With a commitment to collaboration, transparency, and performance excellence, we support some of the world’s most respected clients across a diverse range of sectors.

The Role :

We’re looking for an Associate Director to join our team. Acting as a key ambassador for Cumming Group, you’ll be responsible for managing key client relationships, delivering high-quality services, and driving business growth. You’ll also lead and mentor a team, ensuring strong performance and supporting long‑term strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead service delivery for key clients, maintaining and strengthening relationships
• Support strategic initiatives and identify new growth opportunities
• Manage bids, fee proposals, and resource planning
• Oversee project budgets, invoicing, and change control processes
• Provide leadership, line management, and mentoring for team members
• Ensure compliance with company policies, client governance, and quality standards
• Support recruitment, training, and development of staff in line with business needs
• Forecast team workload and staffing requirements
• Contribute to business development through networking and client engagement

About You :

• Strong technical knowledge of the construction industry
• Excellent client‑facing, negotiation, and influencing skills
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong analytical, organisational, and forward‑planning abilities
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities under pressure
• Highly presentable with the ability to build trust and credibility

Qualifications & Experience :

• Degree in Construction, Cost Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or similar
• MRICS (or equivalent) preferred
• Experience managing people and delivering multiple or complex projects

Cumming Group is committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, “race” (includes nationality, national / ethnic origins, colour), marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, gender reassignment, religion, and belief.

Note for Recruitment Agencies :

We prefer to hire directly, and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.