Associate Surveyor

Dalcour Maclaren; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in the UK is seeking a highly experienced professional to oversee client business plans and manage a high-performing team in the onshore wind sector. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in strategic delivery, client relationship management, and the ability to navigate complex projects. This role offers a competitive benefits package including an annual bonus, flexible working options, and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus 1 day for birthday

Health membership including private healthcare

Flexible working options

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Discounted retail gift cards

Sabbatical policy

Paid study leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing major project applications and constructions.
• Ability to generate new work through networking.
• Active participation in company initiatives and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and manage a high-performing team delivering client services.
• Lead client business plan delivery and oversee contract processes.
• Build strong client relationships to ensure service excellence.

Skills

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Commercial awareness

Strategic decision-making

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced professional with deep expertise in the onshore wind sector, capable of navigating the unique challenges and opportunities within this dynamic industry. The successful candidate will be a trusted and respected figure, responsible for the strategic delivery of client business plans, overseeing the contract tender process, and shaping a high‑performing team structure.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, manage, and inspire a high‑performing team to deliver land and property advice and services to clients, aligned with DM values.
• Set, manage, and regularly review team objectives in line with the company business plan and strategic goals.
• Take full ownership of the quality of work, financial performance, client satisfaction, and team outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders, acting as the key point of contact and ensuring a first‑class service.
• Lead the successful delivery of the client business plan, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and performance expectations.
• Oversee the contract tender process and contribute to strategic decision‑making.
• Design and maintain an effective team structure to support operational delivery and growth.
• Provide regular guidance and mentoring to the operational lead, supporting their development and performance.
• Hold regular team meetings and one‑to‑ones to monitor progress, encourage feedback, and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor time recording and client reporting to ensure compliance, maximise billing, and meet or exceed financial targets while maintaining gross margin.
• Provide strategic input and ad‑hoc support on complex or sensitive projects, identifying opportunities for financial and operational improvements.
• Deliver supportive line management, recognising achievements, delegating effectively, and addressing challenges constructively.
• Report to the Delivery Lead on team performance, financials, and client satisfaction metrics.

Qualifications

• Experience of the application and construction elements of a major project and ability to manage client relationships and finances to deliver each client’s Business Plan goals.
• Clear commercial awareness and ability to generate new work from new and existing clients through networking and cross‑selling of professional services.
• Lead by example, actively promoting the company’s ethos and always engendering positivity to get the best out of people.
• Actively support and participate in company groups, initiatives, events and socials.
• Maintain and improve own expert knowledge and skills through company‑run and specialist CPD.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory, contractual and organisational requirements and policies in own area of responsibility.

Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus 1 day to celebrate your birthday.
• Vitality Health Membership (including private healthcare, subsidised gym membership and other discounts).
• Flexible working through our ‘Flexible Advantage’ supporting working families & your work‑life balance.
• Pension scheme via The Peoples Pension.
• Life insurance (4× base salary).
• Free on‑site parking in non‑city centre offices.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• 26 weeks paid maternity leave.
• 2 weeks paid paternity leave.
• BHN Extras – provides discounted gift cards for hundreds of popular retailers.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (provided by Octopus Electric Vehicles) effective at 1 year’s service.
• Sabbatical policy effective at 3 years’ service.
• Professional development – paid study leave.
• Military service paid leave (7.5 days per year).
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) plus wider mental health & wellbeing support.
• 2 × company‑wide events every year, in addition to multiple office socials throughout the year.

About Us

At Dalcour Maclaren, we’re key players in the utilities and infrastructure industry, bringing the UK and Ireland closer to Net Zero every day. Our land, environmental and geospatial experts work together to unlock the consents needed by our clients to deliver key projects. Join us and play your part in helping us achieve our vision – to be the professional services team of choice, leading the utilities and infrastructure industry to a sustainable future.

Dalcour Maclaren is an equal opportunities employer.