Associate Director Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving independent Quantity Surveying Consultancy as an Associate Director, where you will lead key projects and mentor a high-performing team. This role offers significant growth opportunities and involvement in strategic planning within dynamic sectors like Nuclear and Utilities. A competitive salary and a flexible working environment await you.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for growth into senior management

Qualifications

• RICS or MRICS qualified, ideally with a BSc in Quantity Surveying.
• Proven ability to win work and build relationships.
• Expertise in civil, energy, or process sectors.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality work for clients.
• Lead key account management and develop new client relationships.
• Support business planning and team mentorship.

Skills

Ambition

Leadership

Client Relationship Building

Risk Mitigation

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

RICS or MRICS qualification

Job description

Job Description

Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career, or an existing Associate Director looking for an exciting new challenge with greater responsibility and growth opportunities? This is your chance to join a thriving, independent Quantity Surveying Consultancy as an Associate Director, working across dynamic sectors such as Nuclear, Utilities, and Power.

This role offers not just a promotion in title but also the opportunity to shape the future of a growing, ambitious practice.

Why This Role?

This is a unique opportunity to:

• Step into a senior leadership position with clear progression to board-level responsibilities.
• Work on high-profile projects in cutting-edge industries.
• Influence the future of the business through client development, mentoring, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality work for clients to the highest professional standards.
• Take the lead on key account management to secure repeat business and establish new client relationships.
• Support annual business planning and service line budgeting, setting SMART objectives to drive growth.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Manage fees and profitability, ensuring the best outcomes for both the business and clients.
• Mitigate risks, provide expert contractual advice, and ensure client satisfaction from inception to completion.

Requirements

• Ambition and drive to succeed in a senior role with future board-level potential.
• Ideally, RICS or MRICS qualified and holding a BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• A proven ability to win work, build long-lasting relationships, and inspire confidence in clients and colleagues alike.
• Expertise in civil, energy, or process sectors with a strong understanding of industry contracts such as NEC3/4.
• A collaborative leadership style and the ability to mentor and develop teams.

What’s in it for You?

• A career-defining role with opportunities for growth into senior management.
• The chance to work with some of the most exciting clients and projects in the industry.
• A flexible, agile working environment that values your work-life balance.
• A competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your experience.

If you’re ready to step up and make your mark as a leader in a growing consultancy, apply now and take your career to new heights.