Associate Director

Gleeds; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Highly competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Global travel scholarship programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading global construction consultancy is seeking an Associate Director to manage client relationships and lead infrastructure projects. The role requires strong leadership skills, professional qualifications in Quantity Surveying, and experience in the UK infrastructure sector. The successful candidate will oversee project delivery, business development, and mentor a talented team. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements offered.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline such as Quantity Surveying or Construction Law.
• Professional qualifications essential (RICS, CIOB, etc.).
• Proven experience in infrastructure and strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Identify new opportunities and support bids.
• Lead infrastructure projects, managing costs and contracts.
• Contribute to internal business functions and drive innovation.

Skills

Account Management

Business Development

Leadership

Contract Management

Client Portfolio Management

Mentoring

UK Infrastructure Knowledge

Education

HNC, HND, or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction Law

Professional qualifications (RICS, CIOB, etc.)

Job description

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Location: London (Mixture of local office, home and client sites)
Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time – flexible working and core hours

About This Opportunity

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we deliver award‑winning projects around the world and are proud to be a “Great Place to Work” certified employer.

Gleeds Infrastructure specialises in delivering projects worldwide with extensive experience in Renewables, Technology, Transport and Utilities. Our goal is to deliver infrastructure that leaves a positive, lasting legacy.

What You’ll Do

• Account Management – Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high‑quality service delivery.
• Business Development – Identify new opportunities, support bids, and expand Gleeds’ presence in the infrastructure sector.
• Line Management – Mentor and develop a talented team, fostering collaboration and performance excellence.
• Project & Commercial Oversight – Lead infrastructure projects, managing costs, contracts, and ensuring successful outcomes.
• Strategic Leadership – Contribute to internal business functions, shaping best practices and driving innovation.

What We’re Looking For

• HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law or a relevant discipline.
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or another relevant Chartered Institute – essential.
• Proven experience in infrastructure, with strong leadership and account management skills.
• Knowledge of contract management (NEC, JCT) and commercial principles.
• Ability to develop business and manage client portfolios.
• Experience in mentoring teams and driving operational success.
• Strong understanding of UK infrastructure, energy or transport sectors.

What We Can Offer You

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
• Fantastic networking opportunities.
• Generous holiday allowance and the option to purchase additional days.
• Highly competitive salary with opportunities for increase through continuous reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Global travel scholarship programme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Volunteering opportunities.
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a gold standard in people investment.

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.