Associate Director – Building Surveying

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in Greater Manchester seeks an experienced Associate Director – Building Surveyor to lead their team and enhance business growth in the North West. The ideal candidate will have MRICS qualifications, proven leadership experience, and a strong technical background in Building Surveying across various sectors.

Benefits

Generous bonus scheme and annual pay reviews

Private healthcare and enhanced pension

Support for ongoing professional development and leadership training

Collaborative, inclusive work culture with career progression

Qualifications

• MRICS-qualified with significant post-qualification experience.
• Proven leadership experience within a consultancy or client-side role.
• Strong technical Building Surveying background across various sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Building Surveyors.
• Oversee Building Surveying services like project delivery and contract administration.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Communication

Negotiation

Technical Building Surveying

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Associate Director – Building Surveying

CTJ17

£65,000 – £80,000

Manchester

An industry-leading, multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Director – Building Surveyor to join its Manchester team. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to play a pivotal part in the continued growth of the business across the North West.

This role is ideal for a senior-level Building Surveyor ready to step into strategic leadership, manage high-profile clients, and lead diverse projects across the commercial, residential, education, and public sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Building Surveyors, supporting their development and performance
• Oversee a wide range of Building Surveying services, including project delivery, contract administration, and technical due diligence
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
• Contribute to business development, bidding, and client presentations
• Ensure high standards of service delivery, compliance, and quality assurance
• Provide strategic input to the business unit, including operational planning and resource management
• Mentor and support junior team members towards chartership (MRICS)

The ideal candidate will:

• MRICS-qualified with significant post-qualification experience
• Proven leadership or associate-level experience within a consultancy or client-side role
• Strong technical Building Surveying background across a mix of sectors
• Commercially aware with a client-first mindset
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage, motivate, and inspire a team

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £65,000 – £80,000 (depending on experience)
• Generous bonus scheme and annual pay reviews
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• Private healthcare and enhanced pension
• Support for ongoing professional development and leadership training
• A collaborative, inclusive work culture with clear career progression

If you are interested in this Associate Director role within Building Surveying, please send your CV to [e-mail]