The Construction Index Ltd
Associate Director
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Type: Full Time
Region: UK - London
Town/City: Croydon, London
Posted: 08/07/2026
Listed in: Commercial Manager
Reference: 150297_1783520788
Job Description
Associate Director
South East London
We are seeking an Associate Director for a well-known Cost Management consultancy who specialise in Healthcare projects across the UK. The client requires someone with an electrical bias, with a strong background in pre-contract work and cost planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the pre-contract cost management of major healthcare projects from feasibility through to contract award.
- Prepare and oversee detailed cost plans throughout all RIBA design stages.
- Produce elemental cost estimates and benchmarking using current market intelligence.
- Provide strategic commercial advice to clients to support informed investment decisions.
- Manage cost planning, value engineering, and option appraisals without compromising project objectives.
- Review and challenge design proposals to ensure cost efficiency and commercial viability.
- Develop procurement strategies and advise on appropriate contract and tendering approaches.
- Lead the preparation of tender documentation, pricing schedules, and bills of quantities where appropriate.
- Evaluate tender returns, prepare tender reports, and negotiate with contractors.
- Manage project risk, contingency allowances, and cost forecasting throughout the design process.
- Act as the primary commercial interface with clients, consultants, and project stakeholders.
- Provide specialist commercial advice relating to Electrical MEP systems within complex healthcare environments.
- Mentor and develop Cost Managers and Senior Cost Managers, promoting technical excellence across the team.
- Support business development activities, client relationship management, and work-winning opportunities.
- Contribute to resource planning, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives within the business.
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Requirements
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
- Chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) or equivalent is preferred.
- Significant experience within a consultancy environment delivering major construction projects.
- Demonstrable expertise in pre-contract cost management and cost planning.
- Extensive experience delivering healthcare projects.
- Strong technical knowledge of Electrical MEP systems and associated construction costs.
- Excellent understanding of procurement routes, tendering strategies, and standard forms of contract.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage client relationships.
- Strong commercial awareness with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Confident communicator with the ability to present commercial advice to senior stakeholders.
- Experience mentoring and developing high-performing commercial teams.
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Desirable Experience
- Experience working on acute hospitals, specialist healthcare facilities, or complex clinical environments.
- Knowledge of HTM (Health Technical Memoranda) and healthcare design standards.
- Experience of NEC and JCT forms of contract.
- Familiarity with digital cost management tools and cost planning software.
- Experience supporting business development and framework appointments.
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