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Associate Director
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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 role with responsibility for managing complex projects, developing client relationships, and supporting the progression of junior surveyors.
Your new role
- Lead and deliver refurbishment, fit‑out, and maintenance projects throughout all RIBA stages.
- Undertake core professional services, including dilapidations, technical due diligence, PPM and asset management.
- Manage multiple projects up to £1m, ensuring quality, compliance, and commercial performance.
- Provide expert technical advice to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
- Oversee fund monitoring commissions and reporting.
- Mentor and support APC candidates and junior team members.
- Contribute to business development and client retention.
- Support the delivery of decarbonisation and Net Zero‑aligned strategies.
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What you'll need to succeed
- MRICS‑qualified (or equivalent senior‑level experience).
- Strong technical knowledge of building pathology, construction, and contract administration.
- Proven experience delivering projects and professional services in a client‑facing environment.
- Confident managing multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.
- Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder‑management skills.
- Interest or experience in sustainability, decarbonisation, or Net Zero projects is highly desirable.
- Motivated, commercially aware, and able to work autonomously.
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- Competitive salary and performance‑related bonus.
- Hybrid working and flexible arrangements.
- Professional development support, including CPD and leadership pathways.
- A collaborative team culture with opportunities to shape the growth of the service line.
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