Director - Quantity Surveying

Job Title: Director (Quantity Surveying)

Job Type: Permanent

Job :

Location: Cambridge (+ flexible working)

Salary: c 85k- 95k+ (DOE) basic plus executive benefits package including car allowance, bonus scheme, and pension.

Company & Project

A highly-regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy on the outskirts of Cambridge which has held a presence in the local area for decades. The business combines deep-rooted heritage in the Cambridgeshire market with a robust future-facing strategy.

Their Cambridgeshire office is currently recruiting for a Director level Quantity Surveyor to lead their Higher Education and Universities sector team. This position is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving sector growth and overseeing large-scale campus transformations.

With one of the highest staff retention rates in the local area, this consultancy is renowned for internal promotion; many of the current leadership team began their journey here as trainees, proving their commitment to long-term career investment and professional legacy.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sector Leadership:
  Take strategic ownership of the Higher Education portfolio, overseeing high-profile university projects (values c 10m- 100m+) from master-planning through to final completion.

• Technical Excellence:
  Lead sophisticated cost management services for complex academic facilities, research labs, and student accommodation, ensuring expert contract administration (predominantly JCT and NEC).

• Strategic Client Management:
  Act as the primary lead for University estates teams and stakeholders, navigating the unique governance and procurement requirements of the HE sector.

• Team Mentorship & Growth:
  Play a fundamental role in the executive management team by mentoring Associate Directors and Senior Surveyors, while fostering a culture of continuous learning for trainees.

Desirable Experience

• Extensive experience within the Higher Education or University sectors is essential, including knowledge of live-campus working constraints.

• Proven track record at Associate Director or Director level within a private practice or cost consultancy.

• Exceptional leadership and networking capabilities with the confidence to influence at the Board/Estates Director level.

MRICS Chartership would be highly advantageous given the seniority of the role.

Previous Roles: Associate Director, Director of Quantity Surveying, Head of Higher Education, MRICS Surveyor, or Regional Cost Lead.

Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or Building Surveying.
MRICS desirable.

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Associate Director position please contact Jess Quinn.

Applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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