Project Director - Quantity Surveyor

Gleeds; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleeds is seeking a Project Director - Quantity Surveyor to lead key client accounts in Birmingham. The role focuses on developing business, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and mentoring a dedicated team in a dynamic infrastructure environment. With a commitment to operational excellence, this position offers a chance to shape the future of infrastructure and drive significant client relationships in a thriving consultancy recognized for its culture and values.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Global travel scholarship programme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law or similar.
• Membership of RICS, CIOB, CICES, or CIPS is essential.
• Experience in infrastructure with strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain client relationships ensuring high-quality service.
• Identify new opportunities and support business growth.
• Lead infrastructure projects managing costs and ensuring success.

Skills

Account Management

Business Development

Leadership

Project Oversight

Contract Management

Education

HNC, HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management

Job description

Project Director - Quantity Surveyor (Infrastructure)

Gleeds Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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About The Role

Project Director - Quantity Surveyor

• Birmingham (Mixture of local office, home and client sites)
• Permanent
• Full time - with flexible working and core hours

About this opportunity

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are a proud to say that we have been certified as a “Great Place to Work” which further acknowledges that we put our people at the heart of everything we do.

Gleeds Infrastructure specialise in delivering projects worldwide with extensive experience in Renewables, Technology, Transport and Utilities. Our goal is to deliver Infrastructure that leaves a positive, lasting legacy when well-integrated into the physical, human, and economic environment. Whether it’s a rail link, wind farm, or flood defence barrier, the goal is to create tangible benefits for individuals, communities, and economies.

Are you a forward-thinking leader with a proven track record in account management, business development, and project delivery? Do you thrive on shaping strategies, mentoring teams, and driving commercial success?

At Gleeds Infrastructure, we’re searching for an experienced Associate Director to lead key client accounts, spearhead business growth, and ensure the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects. This role is more than just project oversight—it’s about influencing the future of infrastructure, building lasting client relationships, and driving operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Account Management – Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Business Development – Identify new opportunities, support bids, and expand Gleeds’ presence in the infrastructure sector.
• Line Management – Mentor and develop a talented team, fostering collaboration and performance excellence.
• Project & Commercial Oversight – Lead infrastructure projects, managing costs, contracts, and ensuring successful outcomes.
• Strategic Leadership – Contribute to internal business functions, shaping best practices and driving innovation.

About The Candidate

What We’re Looking For:

• You will be HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar / relevant discipline.
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or another relevant Chartered Institute are essential
• Proven experience in infrastructure, with strong leadership and account management skills.
• Knowledge of contract management (NEC, JCT) and commercial principles.
• Ability to develop business and manage client portfolios.
• Experience in mentoring teams and driving operational success.
• Strong understanding of UK infrastructure, energy, or transport sectors.

What we can offer you

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry.
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first.
• Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience.
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance.
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations.
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a gold standard investor in people.

About us

A world of opportunity

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.

With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.

Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:

• Professionalism with personality
• Excellence with humility
• Innovation with agility

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting and Project Management

• Industries

  Construction, Truck Transportation, and Utilities

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