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Posted 05 August, 2026

Director Cost Management

Emerson Partners
City of London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Director of Projects (QS background)

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Super Prime Residential Sector

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c£120,000 + bonus + benefits

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Central London

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Retained Mandate.

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Our client is a boutique project consultancy renowned for delivering super prime residential developments across the UK and internationally. Working with HNW clients and alongside leading architects, designers, and consultants, they have built an outstanding reputation in the sector.

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Due to ongoing growth, they are seeking a Director of Projects (QS background) to lead projects from inception to completion, overseeing cost, risk, and delivery while managing relationships with clients and project teams.

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Projects include new builds and refurbishments, typically valued between £5m–£80m, including:

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  • Prime Central London apartments and townhouses.
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  • Country estates.
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  • International private residences.
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Why Join?

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Join an established firm at an exciting stage of growth. You will have the opportunity to shape and develop the Projects team while leading the delivery of unique, high-value residential developments alongside some of the industry's most respected professionals.

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About You

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  • Chartered MRICS Quantity Surveyor.
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  • 15+ years’ experience in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, ideally consultancy or client-side.
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  • Experience working with private clients in the prime residential or high-end hospitality sector.
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  • Experience as Contract Administrator.
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  • Project Management experience is desirable.
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  • Excellent communication and leadership qualities
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  • Strong leadership skills, building and managing a team
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