Director - Quantity Surveyor

  • Brandon James
  • Oct 16, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

An established, international Construction & Property Consultancy is seeking a commercially minded Quantity Surveying Director to drive growth and diversify the client base of their thriving London office.

The Quantity Surveying Director Role

The successful Quantity Surveying Director will join a multidisciplinary office of 190+ staff, including a robust Quantity Surveying team of 45. This is a key leadership role that blends strategic work winning with project oversight - ideal for a senior-level Quantity Surveying Director ready to make a long-term impact within a high-performing, forward-thinking practice.

The firm has a strong presence across Higher Education, Healthcare, Social Housing, and Data Centres, but is now focused on expanding into new sectors such as Commercial, Private Residential, and Mixed-Use. You will lead this charge, leveraging your network and sector expertise to open doors and build lasting client relationships.

You'll be responsible for:

  • Driving new business and market diversification
  • Leading a multi-location Quantity Surveying team in a collaborative, non-hierarchical environment
  • Overseeing high-profile projects while mentoring senior professionals
  • Shaping the strategic direction of the London office and contributing to national leadership

This is a high-profile opportunity for a Quantity Surveying Director to influence growth, shape a team, and progress into a Partner role.

The Quantity Surveying Director - Requirements

  • MRICS
  • A strong Quantity Surveying background in UK Consultancy environments
  • A strong background in Business Development, Work Winning & a network of contacts that can be nurtured
  • Property / Real Estate sector background & large project experience 100m+
  • Excellent pre and post contract experience & a successful track record leading projects
  • The desire to manage & nurture a team of QSs

In Return?

  • 100,000 - 120,000
  • Car allowance / car leasing scheme
  • Progression to Partner role
  • 27 days holiday + bank holidays + Ability to sell and buy (up to 15 days) leave
  • Life Insurance, Private healthcare & Critical Illness Cover (Income Protection)
  • Pension scheme
  • Gym membership
  • Hybrid working 2-3 days a week
  • Bonus + New business Bonus
  • Choice of other flexible benefits

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James.

Ref:

Partner / Equity / MRICS / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveying / FRICS / Director / Senior Cost Manager / Senior Cost Consultant / Associate Director