

Role: 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: £65,000 – £75,000+ per annum (DOE) + Bonus + Plus Other Benefits
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reference: ADCost26
Are 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 Chartered Associate 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.
Requirement
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.
As an Associate Director, you will sit at the intersection of financial precision and business growth. Your duties will include:
Our client recognizes that an Associate Director brings immense value. The package is designed to reflect this:

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