Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Director (Quantity Surveying)

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #(phone number removed)

Location: Cambridge (+ flexible working)

Salary: c-85k95k+ (DOE) basic plus executive benefits package including car allowance, bonus scheme, and pension.

Company & Project

An international multi-disciplinary consultancy on the outskirts of Cambridge with decades of regional prescence.

The business seamlessly pairs a rich local heritage with a progressive, future-focused growth strategy. They are currently seeking a Director to lead their Higher Education & Universities sector team.

This is a pivotal leadership role tasked with driving sector expansion, nurturing key university relationships, and delivering major campus transformations. Boasting one of the highest retention rates in the region, the business has a track record of promoting from within. Several current Board members joined as graduates, reflecting their genuine commitment to long-term career growth and personal legacy.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sector Leadership: Take strategic ownership of the Higher Education portfolio, overseeing high-profile university projects (values c-10m100m+) 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 Higher Education 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.

• 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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