Associate Director Quantity Surveyor

McBains; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Associate Director Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in London. This role involves managing multiple projects across residential, education, and healthcare sectors, ensuring effective client engagement and cost management strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience and a strong background in project delivery. With a commitment to sustainability and community impact, this forward-thinking firm offers a supportive environment that values career growth and personal development. If you're looking to make a significant impact in your career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Private Healthcare via BUPA

Annual Performance Development Reviews

Employee Assistance Program

Team Social Events

25 Days Holiday Allowance

Flexible Holiday Options

Pension Contribution

Life Assurance

Training & Development Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in quantity surveying or cost management.
• Strong verbal, numerical, and report writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day project delivery and mentor a small team.
• Develop and maintain client relationships effectively.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Cost Management Strategy

Risk Management

Communication Skills

JCT and NEC Experience

Multi-Project Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Department: LCM - London Cost Management

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London - McBains, 26 Finsbury Square, EC2A 1DS

Description

Due to continued growth, McBains are looking for an Associate Director quantity surveyor or cost manager to join our team.

Ideally, the candidate will have a minimum of 8 years’ experience, be self-motivated and confident in a client facing role managing multiple projects and clients within the residential, education and healthcare sectors.

Pre- and post-contract experience is required, as well as knowledge and experience of working with residential developers, local authorities, universities, and healthcare Trusts. Some UK travel may be required as part of this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day delivery of projects and mentorship of a small team
• Positively engaging with Clients and developing, growing and maintaining Client relationships.
• Developing the cost management strategy and delivery
• Establishing effective processes and systems to be utilised throughout the project
• Producing cost plans, feasibilities and optioneering
• Collation and issue of cost reports
• Change Management assessment, tracking and reporting
• Manage Risk processes and Value Management
• Work with supply chain and implement effective procurement
• Liaising with the client, contractors, and designers
• Managing sub-consultants and Construction Managers
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 8+ years’ experience
• Excellent verbal, numerical and report/proposal writing skills
• Excellent people skills and communicator, both with client teams and team based
• Commercially astute with good negotiation skills
• Flexible and can work to deadlines
• Ability to successfully manage and prioritise multiple projects and different stages of delivery
• Be conversant in large project delivery (up to £100m)
• JCT and NEC experience
• BTR experience
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary organisation
• Assisting in the development of new business opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Identifying and acting upon cross-selling opportunities
• Microsoft office proficiency
  
  

Values, Culture & Benefits

• Business as a force for good: We are a unique social enterprise, with all our profits contributing directly to environmental and social initiatives.
• Net Zero by 2050: We are committed to net zero and building a sustainable future.
• Charity Community Day: All our colleagues are encouraged to take a day off work once a year to make a meaningful impact in the community.
• ️ Sustainability Panel: McBains employees have the option of joining our sustainability panel to be the voice for change in our sustainability initiatives.
• ️ Give as You Earn: Empowering our team to back charities and causes they believe in.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme – We operate an EV scheme which allows you to be part of the climate change solution, one drive at a time.
• Brewgooder beers: Enjoy beers with a cause at our monthly team drinks – each sip helps to fund clean water projects!
• Annual Performance Development Reviews: We're as invested in your career growth and success as you are with annual reviews to reward and refocus.
• Employee Assistance Program: Anonymous on demand support for mental health, advice and coaching needs
• "The Better Way" Award & Recognition: Our monthly award to recognise the person who exemplifies our values of Integrity, Understanding and Flexibility.
• £100 Voucher for Monthly Award Winners: We celebrate your achievements, big and small!
• DEI Champion: McBains will always lead from the front in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• Team Social Events: Regular team events to foster meaningful connections with your colleagues – it’s not all about work!
• Team Sports: Teamwork makes the dream work, on and off the field.
• Employee Referral Scheme: Earn up to £5000 per referral by helping us build a team as exceptional as you are!
• Glassdoor 4.3 /5 Score: Don’t just take our word for it- hear from our team about why this is such a great place to work.
• Professional Fees Paid: We understand you’re ambitious and we want to support your continuous learning and development.
• Private Healthcare via BUPA: Our colleagues’ health and well-being are our top priorities.
• Private Dental: We care about your smile as much as you do!
• Eyecare: See the world more clearly and focus on what matters, thanks to our eyecare coverage.
• ️ Travel Insurance: We understand your safety and security are important, wherever you are.
• Growing Company with Opportunities for Career Progression: Your potential is limitless here!
• Competitive Compensation Package: A comprehensive package that rewards your skills, experience, and dedication.
• Hybrid Work Approach: Work-life balance tailored to your lifestyle.
• Learning Management System: Never stop learning, growing, and improving thanks to our amazing LMS team.
• 25 Days Holiday Allowance: Take the time you need to recharge and rejuvenate.
• ️ Buy/Sell AL: Flexible holiday so you can balance work and life your way.
• Bike to Work Scheme: A healthier, greener way to start your day!
• Pension Contribution : Flexible options to help secure your long-term financial well-being.
• Life Assurance: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan: Making your daily commute a little easier.
• Training & Development Scheme: Begin your career journey with a team that invests in you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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