Associate Director - Quantum

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director to lead projects in the built environment. This role involves managing client relationships, providing expert advice on construction contracts, and supporting clients through disputes. With a focus on risk analysis and mitigation, the company offers a dynamic environment where you can thrive and develop your career. You will be part of a respected team that values professional growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for further qualifications. If you are passionate about construction and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Pension

Discretionary Bonus

Support towards further qualifications

Hybrid Working Opportunity

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in Quantity Surveying with strong commercial advice skills.
• Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Run assignments related to claims on live projects and provide expert counsel.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams on commercial and contractual issues.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Construction Contracts

Dispute Resolution

Client Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree Level Qualification

Membership to RICS or similar

Tools

NEC Contract

JCT Contract

Job description

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In this line of work, it is common to gain exposure to a wide variety of assignments. This can include projects in multiple sectors, as well as working with a number of unique clients, including main contractors, sub-contractors and client organisations.

The client base for the business is more biased towards projects in the built environment (i.e. schools, hospitals, residential etc.) However, candidates from all types of mainstream project backgrounds will be considered.

Responsibilities and Duties

As an Associate Director you will report directly to the Managing Director, as well as being charged with running your own assignments with clients relating to claims on live projects.

You will be expected to provide all of the following services within this role:

• Examining and advising on construction contracts.
• Helping clients (or internal colleagues) prevent conflicts by offering expert, commercially focused counsel.
• Helping clients (or internal colleagues) with matters related to delay and loss.
• Collaborate with the Delay Analysts to offer support on disputed and time-related issues.
• Provide coaching and training to the many clients on commercial, contractual and temporal issues.
• Report writing and representation of clients in tribunals.
• Collaborate with solicitors offering expert support in construction-related disputes.
• Business Development.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Approximately 10 years postgraduate experience, ideally in Quantity Surveying.
• Experienced in providing professional construction commercial and contractual advice.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of typical Quantity Surveying duties including managing variations and changes.
• Candidates who have been actively involved on working on projects in the built environment are preferred due to the client’s typical workload, however candidates with differing project experience may also be considered.
• Formal involvement in managing or supporting in a formal dispute (adjudication, arbitration, litigation etc.) would be advantageous.
• Well-presented and articulate individual with the ability to thrive in a client-facing role and communicate effectively with the client.
• Good experience/knowledge of standard forms of contract such as NEC and JCT is essential.
• Competent with Microsoft Office packages.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Qualified to degree level or similar equivalent is desired.
• Membership to a professional body such as the RICS or similar equivalent OR having studied a Masters in Construction Law would be desirable. Candidates working towards either of these may be considered also.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The hiring company is a multi-disciplinary construction consulting firm with a focus on risk analysis and mitigation, expert witness, coaching, training, project management, commercial management, and dispute avoidance.

Since its founding, the company has built a solid and expanding clientele. It is ideally situated to offer clients across the country a high calibre of service, with multiple office sites around the United Kingdom.

The business is headed up by a highly respected senior management team who can provide excellent guidance and support to the successful candidate in their professional career development.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

Basic Salary up to £120k (DOE)
+ Car allowance
+ Pension
+ Discretionary Bonus
+ Support towards further qualifications
+ Hybrid working Opportunity