Associate Director- Quantity Surveyor

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting and engineering firm is seeking an Associate Director - Quantity Surveyor to manage a team in Birmingham. The role includes overseeing large residential projects and delivering construction stage cost management services. Candidates should be RICS/CIOB members with over 10 years of experience, strong leadership skills, and expertise in cost management software. This position offers a full-time contract and opportunities for flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage and lead a team of cost managers.
• Experience in delivering construction stage cost management services.
• Demonstrated skills in business development and planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of cost managers.
• Conduct Employer’s Agent and/or Contract Administration duties.
• Develop cost plans for complex projects.

Skills

Cost management expertise

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Experience with CostX software

Knowledge of NEC3/4 and JCT construction contracts

Education

Full membership of RICS/CIOB

10+ years of experience in a specialist subject area

Tools

CostX estimating software

Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, Word)

Job description

Overview

Associate Director- Quantity Surveyor role at Tetra Tech. Tetra Tech’s Cost Consultancy provides high quality cost advice on capital and whole life cost with a growing focus on carbon reduction. We are seeking an Associate Director to lead and grow our commercial team in the West Midlands, based in our Birmingham office. Reporting directly to the Regional Director, you will be part of a high-performance multi-disciplinary team delivering cost advice to design colleagues and clients. You will oversee project delivery (large residential projects), manage the commercial team in the West Midlands, and support the operational part of the team. You will deliver technical excellence and promote learning opportunities for staff. You will be a professional qualified individual who supports others in their development.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing a team of cost managers
• Employer’s Agent and/or Contract Administration duties for a variety of projects in residential, advanced manufacturing, aviation and other private sectors
• Leading in all aspects of Cost Management
• Business development and business planning
• Development of cost plans for complex projects using CostX estimating software
• Advising design colleagues on the cost implications of alternative design options
• Monthly reporting on P&L
• Leading value engineering and risk workshops and providing strategic cost advice
• Providing procurement strategy advice to clients
• Delivering the full range of construction stage cost management services
• Building relationships with design colleagues, client stakeholders and the contractor
• Full membership of the RICS / CIOB or +10 years’ experience in a specialist subject area
• Experience of CostX or similar estimating software with Revit models
• Experience of working on major projects (£50m+)
• Ideally experienced in cost management of NEC3/4 and JCT construction contracts
• Strong communication skills including the ability to manage cost reporting meetings with senior client representatives
• Strong leadership skills and collaborative approach with large technical teams
• Ability to deliver to deadlines
• Good practical knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, Word)
• UK driving licence
• Be willing to complete S/C level of security clearance on appointment (to assist Defence Sector)

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

We are happy to discuss flexible working, including reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours. We offer a range of solutions to help you balance work and life.

Additional Information

• Organization: 784 TCE

Job Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Civil Engineering