Associate Director Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prestigious portfolio

Exposure to projects up to £100m

Senior client leadership

Job summary

Brandon James Ltd in London is seeking an Associate Director Quantity Surveyor to lead major private residential commissions, including refurbishments and luxury developments valued up to £100m.

The role offers senior client leadership, mentoring of junior staff, and close collaboration with architects and designers to maintain exceptional finish standards.

MRICS and UK PQS experience are essential; degree in QS or related field required; opportunities for long-term progression.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline.
• MRICS qualification is essential.
• Extensive UK PQS or cost consultancy experience with high-end residential projects.
• Strong client-facing and commercial judgement.

Responsibilities

• Lead major private residential commissions from inception to final account.
• Oversee detailed cost plans, budgets and feasibility advice.
• Advise private clients on procurement, tendering and commercial strategy.
• Manage valuations, variations, change control and financial reporting.
• Negotiate complex contractor and specialist package final accounts.
• Maintain relationships with private clients and design teams.
• Review project delivery and mentor junior QS professionals.
• Contribute to repeat business and development of client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Negotiation

Mentoring

Cost consultancy

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

A specialist London cost consultancy operating exclusively within the prime residential market is seeking an experienced Associate Director Quantity Surveyor to join their senior team. This is an opportunity for an Associate Director Quantity Surveyor to work on some of London's most prestigious private residential schemes, including complex refurbishments, substantial private homes and luxury developments with project values reaching up to £100m.

The successful Associate Director Quantity Surveyor will take commercial leadership of key commissions from initial feasibility through to completion. Working directly with private clients, architects, interior designers and specialist contractors, the Associate Director Quantity Surveyor will provide high-level cost advice while protecting budgets and supporting the exceptional standards of finish expected within the luxury residential market.

This position would suit an established Associate Director Quantity Surveyor who combines strong technical delivery with excellent client management. Alongside overseeing projects, the Associate Director Quantity Surveyor will mentor junior colleagues, strengthen client relationships and help maintain the consultancy’s reputation within the prime London residential sector.

Associate Director Quantity Surveyor – Key Responsibilities:

• Leading major high-end residential commissions from inception to final account
• Overseeing detailed cost plans, budgets and feasibility advice
• Advising private clients on procurement, tendering and commercial strategy
• Managing valuations, variations, change control and financial reporting
• Negotiating complex contractor and specialist package final accounts
• Maintaining relationships with private clients and leading design teams
• Reviewing project delivery and supporting junior Quantity Surveyors
• Contributing to repeat business and the continued development of client relationships

Associate Director Quantity Surveyor – Candidate Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline
• MRICS qualified
• Extensive UK PQS or cost consultancy experience
• Strong high-end residential, luxury refurbishment or prime residential experience
• Proven ability to lead significant commissions independently
• Detailed knowledge of JCT contracts and bespoke procurement arrangements
• Excellent commercial judgement, negotiation and client-facing skills
• Experience mentoring and developing Quantity Surveying professionals

In Return:

• £90,000 – £100,000 per annum
• Prestigious London high-end residential portfolio
• Exposure to projects valued up to £100m
• Senior client and project leadership responsibility
• Long-term progression within a specialist consultancy