Associate Director - Commercial

Systech is seeking highly qualified and technically competent commercial professionals who possesses a strong interest in developing client relationships. We have exciting opportunities available for two ambitious Associate Directors who can support our growth in this region.

It will require hard work and strong performance levels, but these roles provide a clearly defined route to a leadership position within a leading construction consultancy. This suits someone who is passionate about delivering an exceptional service and who possess a client centric outlook.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience of leading commercial departments and teams on major construction projects. This is a consultancy role, and you must therefore also be able to demonstrate an ability to work effectively in a client facing environment.

Responsibilities:

To lead teams on major construction projects

Developing relationships with new and existing clients

Establishing relationships with target clients

Driving a business development focussed culture

Develop commercial strategies and lead on contractual negotiations

To ensure projects are delivered in accordance with the contract

Responsibility for management account preparation and liaison with senior management

Extensive knowledge of main standard forms of contract including NEC and JCT

To advise of dispute avoidance and resolution strategy

To develop an understanding of claims preparation and dispute avoidance

Assist more junior members of staff with their career development

Requirements

BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying

A Member of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (preferred)

Additional qualifications (LLM, FCIArb, FRICS) (preferred)

Experience working within infrastructure / civils

NEC contract knowledge

Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills

Presentable and articulate

Collaborative and able to work towards a common goal

Dynamic and passionate career focused individual

Embrace innovation and new ideas

Benefits

Leadership team with a growth mindset

A dynamic and agile culture

An environment where you will be recognised for strong performance

An open door policy where you will have access to the senior management

Opportunities to work on major projects both in the UK and overseas

Clearly defined career progression path

Competitive salary & bonus structure