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Associate Director
Associate Director (MRICS) – Project & Commercial Surveying Role
About the Role
My client is seeking an experienced Associate Director (MRICS) to join their growing team and lead the delivery of high-quality surveying services across commercial, residential, and public-sector portfolios. This is a key strategic role, responsible for:
- Managing complex projects across all stages of development
- Developing client relationships while fostering junior surveyor progression
- Overseeing technical deliverables, business growth, and operational efficiency
Your Responsibilities
Project & Service Delivery
- Lead and deliver refurbishment, fit-out, and maintenance projects through all RIBA stages
- Undertake core professional services, including:
- Dilapidations assessments
- Technical due diligence
- PPM (Property, Planning and Management)
- Asset management strategies
- Manage multiple projects (up to £1m in value), ensuring quality, compliance, and commercial performance
- Provide expert technical advice to clients, stakeholders, and project teams
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Operational & Strategic Support
- Oversee fund monitoring commissions and reporting
- Mentor and support APC (Associate Membership Programme) candidates and junior team members
- Contribute to business development and client retention
- Support the implementation of decarbonisation and Net Zero-aligned strategies
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- MRICS qualification (or equivalent senior-level experience as a surveyor)
- Strong technical knowledge of:
- Building pathology
- Construction methods
- Contract administration
Skills & Attributes
- Proven experience delivering professional services in a client-facing environment
- Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and external consultants
- Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder-management skills
- Commercial awareness, independence, and willingness to work autonomously
- Highly desirable: Interest or experience in sustainability, decarbonisation, or Net Zero projects
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What We Offer
- Competitive salary, with performance-related bonus opportunities
- Hybrid working model with flexible arrangements
- Professional development support (CPD funding, leadership pathways)
- Collaborative culture with opportunities to shape service line growth
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