Chartered Associate Director QS

Chartered Associate Director Quantity Surveying

Role:
Associate Director– Quantity Surveying (Strategic Leadership)

Location:

Oxford
-Golden Triangle
-Hub

Sector Focus:
Life Sciences, R&D Facilities, & Commercial Consultancy

Key Accreditations: MRICS

Location:

Oxford
-Botley - Oxfordshire Outskirts-

Salary: £80,000 – £95,000+ per annum (DOE) + Performance Bonus + Executive Benefits

Type:
Full-Time, Permanent

Reference: ADCost
26

Are you a high-calibre Commercial Management professional ready to take a defining step into a strategic leadership role?

Stafford Lawrence is exclusively partnering with a prestigious, award‑winning Multidisciplinary Consultancy on the outskirts of Oxford. We are seeking a Chartered
Associate Director QS Cost to spearhead the Quantity Surveying division, driving growth within the Commercial, Residential, and world‑leading Life Sciences sectors.

This is a career‑pinnacle appointment. You will transition from pure technical delivery into a role defined by business strategy, high‑level client account management, and divisional P&L responsibility.

• Professional Status: MRICS (Essential)
• Regional Network: Established contacts within the Oxford Golden Triangle
• Technical Focus: High-value Life Sciences & Commercial P&L Management
• Leadership: APC Mentorship & Team Growth (Sourcing talent for 2026 pipelines)

To be successful in this Director‑level role, candidates must demonstrate:

• Commercial Acumen: A proven track record in business development, fee generation, and maintaining high‑value client relationships within the Oxfordshire region.
• Technical Authority: While leadership‑focused, you must remain a technical "touchstone" for complex matters including:
  • Pre- and post‑contract cost management for multi‑million‑pound developments.
  • Feasibility studies, procurement strategy, and final account negotiations.
  • Strategic cost advice for specialized R&D and Life Sciences facilities.
• Network: An established professional network within the Oxford "Golden Triangle" is highly desirable.
• Eligibility: Candidates must currently reside in the UK with full Right to Work. No Visa Sponsorship is available for this Director appointment.

As an Associate Director, you will sit at the intersection of financial precision and business growth. Your duties will include:

• Business Development: Identifying and securing new instructions across the Oxford hub, specifically targeting the booming Science & Tech sectors.
• Team Evolution: Leading, motivating, and growing the Quantity Surveying team, ensuring quality control and professional standards are met across all projects.
• Cross‑Discipline
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Working alongside Directors in Building Surveying and Engineering to deliver integrated, "one-firm" solutions for blue‑chip clients.
• P&L Responsibility: Managing departmental budgets, fee forecasting, and ensuring the commercial viability of the cost consultancy division.

Our client recognizes that an Associate Director brings immense value. The package is designed to reflect this:

• Basic Salary: £65,000 – £75,000+ per annum Negotiable based on experience.
• Performance Bonus: Highly competitive, performance‑related bonus scheme.
• Annual Leave: 30 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid Model, Flexitime.
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance and comprehensive Healthcare Benefits.
• Financial & Travel: Excellent Pension Provision and full Travel Expenses.
• Professional Support: Paid Professional Fees (RICS) and a clear pathway to Equity Partnership in the future.

To apply for this strategic leadership position, please submit your CV to , quoting reference AD/Cost/OX26, or call  for a confidential discussion.