Vacancy Summary
Job Title: Director (Quantity Surveying)
Job Type: Permanent
Job Ref: #1352
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
Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or Building Surveying.
MRICS desirable.
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