Associate Director - Building Surveying

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy in Birmingham seeks an Associate Director to lead the Building Surveying function. The role involves managing high-profile projects, driving team growth, and engaging with clients across various sectors. The ideal candidate is MRICS-qualified, with a strong background in NEC roles and leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary of £65,000 – £70,000 and the opportunity to work on landmark projects.

Qualifications

• MRICS-accredited Building Surveyor, ideally at Associate level.
• Demonstrable experience in NEC roles.
• Strong understanding of delivering value for clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Building Surveying offering in Birmingham.
• Manage NEC Supervisor duties on high-profile projects.
• Collaborate on strategy, business planning, and financial performance.

Skills

Leadership capability

Stakeholder management

Entrepreneurial mindset

Commercial awareness

Education

MRICS accreditation

NEC Supervisor accreditation

Job description

Are you a dynamic, MRICS-qualified Building Surveyor ready to step into an Associate-level role and lead a high-performing team? If so, apply now! We’re seeking an entrepreneurial Associate Director to drive and expand the Building Surveying function in Birmingham, with flexible working and the opportunity to work across other regional offices. This is a career-defining opportunity to shape a growing regional team, lead high-value NEC projects, and make a strategic impact within a forward-thinking consultancy with a strong pipeline of secured work across the public and private sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Building Surveying offering in Birmingham, scaling the team over the next 12–18 months.
• Take a hands-on role delivering and managing NEC Supervisor duties on high-profile projects across multiple sectors.
• Oversee a pipeline of projects ranging from £2m to £25m across regeneration, infrastructure, healthcare, industrial, and high-end residential.
• Act as regional service lead for Building Surveying, responsible for client engagement, quality assurance, and professional standards.
• Collaborate with Regional Directors and service line leads on strategy, business planning, financial performance, and cross-disciplinary project delivery.
• Lead business development activity locally, owning key client relationships and contributing to successful bid submissions.
• Mentor junior staff, manage resources, and drive operational excellence within the Building Surveying team.

What We’re Looking For

• MRICS-accredited Building Surveyor, ideally already operating at or ready to step into an Associate level role.
• NEC Supervisor accreditation or demonstrable experience in NEC roles is essential.
• Strong leadership capability and confidence managing stakeholders and clients at all stages, pre- and post-contract.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to take ownership of a region and build a team.
• Commercially astute with a consultancy background and a strong understanding of delivering value for clients.
• Comfortable working independently and taking responsibility for quality, risk, and financial performance.

The Offer

• Basic salary in the range of £65,000 – £70,000 depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work on landmark and varied projects across multiple sectors.
• Join a team with a clear and ambitious growth plan.
• Professional, collaborative environment where client service, commercial awareness, and strategic thinking are valued.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting

Industries

• Construction