Associate Director Quantity Surveying

Chartered Associate Director Quantity SurveyingRole: Associate Director– Quantity Surveying (Strategic Leadership) Location: Oxford -Golden Triangle -Hub Sector Focus: Life Sciences, R&D Facilities, & Commercial Consultancy Key Accreditations: MRICS Location: Oxford -Botley - Oxfordshire Outskirts- Salary: £80,000 – £95,000+ per annum (DOE) + Performance Bonus + Executive Benefits Type: Full-Time, Permanent Reference: ADCost26 Opportunity Overview: Chartered Associate Director QS, OxfordshireAre you a high-calibre Commercial Management professional ready to take a defining step into a strategic leadership role? Stafford Lawrence is exclusively partnering with a prestigious, award-winning Multidisciplinary Consultancy on the outskirts of Oxford. We are seeking a CharteredAssociate Director QS Cost to spearhead the Quantity Surveying division, driving growth within the Commercial, Residential, and world-leading Life Sciences sectors. This is a career-pinnacle appointment. You will transition from pure technical delivery into a role defined by business strategy, high-level client account management, and divisional P&L responsibility. Key Requirements for this Chartered Associate Director QS AppointmentRequirement Detail & Expectation Professional Status MRICS (Essential) Regional Network Established contacts within the Oxford Golden Triangle Technical Focus High-value Life Sciences & Commercial P&L Management Leadership APC Mentorship & Team Growth (Sourcing talent for 2026 pipelines) To be successful in this Director-level role, candidates must demonstrate: Commercial Acumen: A proven track record in business development, fee generation, and maintaining high-value client relationships within the Oxfordshire region. Technical Authority: While leadership-focused, you must remain a technical "touchstone" for complex matters including: Pre- and post-contract cost management for multi-million-pound developments. Feasibility studies, procurement strategy, and final account negotiations. Strategic cost advice for specialized R&D and Life Sciences facilities. Network: An established professional network within the Oxford "Golden Triangle" is highly desirable. Eligibility: Candidates must currently reside in the UK with full Right to Work. No Visa Sponsorship is available for this Director appointment. The Role: Strategic Leadership & Multidisciplinary GrowthAs an Associate Director, you will sit at the intersection of financial precision and business growth. Your duties will include: • Business Development: Identifying and securing new instructions across the Oxford hub, specifically targeting the booming Science & Tech sectors. • Team Evolution: Leading, motivating, and growing the Quantity Surveying team, ensuring quality control and professional standards are met across all projects. • Cross-Discipline Collaboration: Working alongside Directors in Building Surveying and Engineering to deliver integrated, "one-firm" solutions for blue-chip clients. • P&L Responsibility: Managing departmental budgets, fee forecasting, and ensuring the commercial viability of the cost consultancy division. Director Salary & Benefits: The Partnership TrackOur client recognizes that an Associate Director brings immense value. The package is designed to reflect this: • Basic Salary: £65000 – £75,000+ per annum Negotiable based on experience. • Performance Bonus: Highly competitive, performance-related bonus scheme. • Annual Leave: 30 days holiday plus bank holidays. • Flexible Working: Hybrid Model, Flexitime. • Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance and comprehensive Healthcare Benefits. • Financial & Travel: Excellent Pension Provision and full Travel Expenses. • Professional Support: Paid Professional Fees (RICS) and a clear pathway to Equity Partnership in the future.