Associate Director - Quantity Surveying

Associate Director - Quantity Surveying in Cambridge (CB1) | APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED Find a job Post a job Sign up Tired of searching? Let’s find you the right jobs faster Get Started Search Associate Director - Quantity Surveying APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED Cambridge (CB1) Permanent Published: 1 week ago £80000 - £90000 per annum + competitive benefits package Apply Save Associate Director - Quantity Surveying APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED Apply Vacancy Summary Job Title: Associate Director - Quantity Surveying Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: #99872 Location: Cambridge (+ flexible working) Salary: c£80k-£90k (DOE) basic plus competitive benefits package Company & Project: A highly-regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy on the outskirts of Cambridge with a reputation in the local area which spans decades. The business combines deep-rooted heritage in the Cambridgeshire market with a robust future focused on innovation. Their Cambridgeshire office is currently recruiting for an Associate Director level Quantity Surveyor to join their Residential sector team. This position is to be a key member of the senior team, mentoring other surveyors and trainees. With one of the highest staff retention rates in the local area and a team of 15+ quantity surveyors, 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. Duties & Responsibilities: Project Leadership: Take complete ownership of high-profile Residential projects (values c£5m-£40m+) from early-stage feasibility through to final handover. Core Commercial Delivery: Execute end-to-end quantity surveying and Employer's Agent duties, including advanced cost planning, pre-contract tendering, and robust contract administration (predominantly JCT and Design & Build). Section 106 (S106) Management: Quantify financial contributions for local infrastructure, draft economic viability assessments, monitor legal compliance milestones, cost-estimate on-site community assets (such as affordable housing), and audit completed public infrastructure works. Investment Partnership Advisory: Build detailed cash flow models to calculate IRR for partners, conduct financial and title due diligence on potential investment partners, draft risk-sharing commercial frameworks, and establish transparent tendering processes that align public procurement laws with private sector pace. Client Engagement: Act as a primary client contact, managing expectations, delivering strategic advice, and nurturing long-term relationships through exceptional communication. Team Mentorship: Play a pivotal role in senior management by supporting, guiding, and upskilling junior surveyors and trainees Desirable Experience: Previous experience within the Residential sectors is highly desirable. Proven track record at Senior Quantity Surveyor or Associate level within a private practice or cost consultancy. Exceptional client-facing capabilities with the confidence to lead complex project meetings. MRICS Chartership is preferred, though candidates with equivalent experience will be considered. Previous Roles: Senior Quantity Surveyor, Associate Director, MRICS Surveyor, Cost Manager, Employer's Agent, Associate or Principal Cost Consultant. Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or Building Surveying. MRICS desirable but not essential Application Process: If you would like more information on this Associate Director position please contact Jess Quinn. 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