Associate Director – Quantity Surveying
Cheltenham
Full-Time
£70,000 - £75,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced, commercially focused Associate Director with a Quantity Surveying background to play a pivotal leadership role within a high-growth, multi-sector construction consultancy. This is a client-facing, strategic role offering end-to-end project and business responsibility—from service delivery and team leadership to business development and commercial performance.
You’ll lead major projects across commercial, leisure, retail, hospitality, and residential sectors, while contributing to strategic planning, new business, and service innovation. This role is ideal for someone looking to shape the future of a business while working across exciting, large-scale projects (£5m–£50m+).
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategic Oversight
Provide direction across multiple, large-scale projects, from feasibility through to post-completion
Lead internal teams and develop junior talent, fostering a culture of excellence and mentorship
Drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, leading BD efforts, and producing capability statements and proposals
Represent the business at industry events and client engagements Client & Commercial Management
Build and manage key client relationships, ensuring exceptional service delivery
Act as the primary interface for major clients, resolving issues and managing expectations
Lead financial performance on projects including cost planning, forecasting, and risk control
Implement commercial strategies and monitor project profitability and compliance Technical Delivery (Pre & Post Contract)
Cost planning, feasibility studies, benchmarking, and value engineering
Procurement advice, tender management, contract administration (JCT & NEC)
Post-contract QS services: valuations, change control, forecasting, and dispute resolution
Prepare detailed documentation, reports, and contractual guidance What We’re Looking For
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
MRICS or MCIOB qualified
Proven leadership of medium–large projects (£5m–£50m+)
Background in consultancy or professional services essential
Sector experience in leisure, hotel, commercial, or residential projects highly desirable
Strong command of cost and commercial management principles, pre and post contract
Exceptional communication, leadership, and decision-making abilities
Strong knowledge of construction contracts and procurement strategies
Proficient in IT-based cost management tools and project reporting systems
Full UK driving licence; flexibility to travel nationally Remuneration & Benefits
Salary: Circa £70,000 - £75,000(DOE)
Car Allowance: £5,000
Bonus: Performance-based and 25% profit share on new business leads
Equipment: Company laptop
Holidays: 25 days + birthday + 8 public holidays (34 days total)
Pension: Up to 6% employer contribution
Sick Pay: 2 weeks full pay post-probation
Long Service: Half-month salary reward at 10 years
Professional Fees: RICS subscriptions paid
Subsidised Parking & Travel
Maternity/Paternity Pay: Negotiable
Company Events & Socials Are you ready to step into a leadership role that combines strategic growth, project excellence, and real progression?
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