Associate Director - Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Are you a Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or Senior Cost Manager seeking an exclusive construction opportunity in Milton Keynes?

We are recruiting an Associate Director of Quantity Surveying to join a premier Construction Consultancy delivering end-to-end Cost Management for high-profile, multi-award-winning schemes across the South East.

This full-time, permanent role offers clear progression to Director level, flexible hybrid working, and leadership of diverse project pipelines including infrastructure, logistics, and residential developments.

Client

Our client is a highly successful construction consultancy based in Milton Keynes. They are an internationally renowned firm, delivering bespoke project management, cost management, and contract administration services across diverse sectors including logistics, infrastructure, residential, and commercial developments. With a multi-award winning team of expert professionals, they have built long-standing relationships through their commitment to delivering excellence and maintaining the highest standards of ethical practice.

Their collaborative one-team approach, combined with vast expertise, ensures they consistently outperform expectations and provide best-in-class solutions tailored to each client's specific needs.

Role

As an Associate Director of Quantity Surveying in Milton Keynes, you'll lead cost management delivery on complex construction schemes, managing teams and client relationships whilst maintaining the highest professional standards. You'll work across NEC, JCT and bespoke contract forms, providing expert cost planning, procurement advice and contract administration throughout project lifecycles.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor or Construction Manager looking to step into a senior directorship position with a consultancy known for delivering excellence and maintaining long-standing client relationships across the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

As Associate Director of Quantity Surveying, your responsibilities will include:

Lead cost management and quantity surveying services across logistics, commercial and mixed-use projects
Manage and mentor quantity surveying teams
Oversee cost planning and procurement strategies for high-value schemes
Chair client meetings and provide strategic cost advice
Ensure compliance with RICS standards
Maintain client relationships, identifying new business opportunities
Person

To be successful in this Associate Director Quantity Surveying role in Milton Keynes, you will bring substantial post-qualification experience in a consultancy or main contracting environment.

Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or cost management role
RICS-accredited (MRICS or FRICS) with demonstrable CPD commitment
Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing junior staff
Excellent client-facing abilities and stakeholder management expertise
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Construction Economics
Experience across multiple sectors
Remuneration

This is an impressive opportunity to join a successful consultancy with diverse project pipelines across seven UK and European offices.

As Associate Director of Quantity Surveying, you'll shape service delivery and influence business growth with clear progression to Director level.

Package includes:

Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 (dependent on experience)
28 days annual leave + bank holidays
Flexible working arrangements and hybrid policy
Private health insurance and life assurance
5% employer and employee pension contributions
Discretionary annual performance bonus
Paid RICS membership and CPD support
Reviews every 6 months for both personal and professional development
Apply Now: Associate Director Quantity Surveying Job in Milton Keynes

Kick-start your senior cost management career with a consultancy delivering multi-award winning projects across the UK.

Apply today and if your application is successful, we’ll contact you within 48 hours, sending full details about this impressive opportunity in construction consultancy.

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