Gleeds Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Project Director - Quantity Surveyor
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* Location: Birmingham (Mixture of local office, home and client sites)
* Contract: Permanent
* Type: Full time – with flexible working and core hours
Gleeds Infrastructure is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award‑winning projects around the world. We are certified as a “Great Place to Work” and put our people at the heart of everything we do.
We specialise in delivering projects worldwide with extensive experience in Renewables, Technology, Transport and Utilities. Our goal is to leave a positive, lasting legacy when well‑integrated into the physical, human, and economic environment.
In this role you will own strategic high‑value projects, lead senior teams, set sector standards, and drive commercial success. You will influence project outcomes and shape the future of the sector.
What You’ll Do
* Strategic Project Leadership – Oversee the delivery of complex infrastructure schemes, ensuring commercial success.
* Team & Talent Management – Lead large teams, providing direction to Associate Directors and senior professionals.
* Sector & Service Expertise – Act as a sector lead, service lead, or commission lead, driving innovation and best practice.
* Client & Business Development – Strengthen key client relationships and expand Gleeds’ presence in the infrastructure sector.
* Operational & Financial Oversight – Shape commercial strategies, ensuring efficiency and high‑quality delivery.
What We’re Looking For
* HNC, HND, or Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or a similar 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.
* Global travel scholarship programme giving you unique 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 recognised as a gold standard investor in people.
Equal Opportunities
We are 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: Director
Employment type: Permanent
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Construction
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