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Job Description Director Building Surveying - Head of OfficeCardiffThomas Search are partnering with a leading independent consultancy to appoint an exceptional Director to lead and grow their Cardiff office.This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role, guiding a high-performing team of chartered building surveyors and project managers, shaping regional strategy, and driving commercial and technical excellence across a prestigious client base.You'll take ownership of the office's continued success - with full autonomy, visibility, and influence across the wider UK business.The RoleWe're seeking a commercially sharp, MRICS-qualified Director who can lead a regional office, inspire a team, and deliver outstanding consultancy advice across the built environment.You'll bring a blend of technical authority, strategic leadership, and proven capability in client relationships, business development, and operational excellence.What You'll DoLead, grow and manage the Cardiff office and its high-calibre technical teamDeliver hands-on Building Surveying services across a range of commercial projectsBuild, nurture and expand client relationships at senior levelDrive business development, marketing initiatives, resourcing and strategic planningChampion excellence in service delivery, quality assurance and best practiceOversee operational improvements, innovation, and consistent ways of workingAct as a technical and commercial ambassador internally and externallyMentor and develop team members, setting SMART objectives and supporting progressionCollaborate with service leads across Built Asset, Development, Engineering & SustainabilityAchieve fee, performance, and business development targets consistentlyWhat We're Looking ForMRICS-qualified professional with a strong commercial Building Surveying backgroundDemonstrable leadership experience, inspiring teams and driving performanceStrong profile of hands-on technical delivery across core surveying servicesConfident communicator with the ability to influence and engage at senior levelExisting client relationships and ability to generate new instructionsExcellent report writing, risk management and project oversight capabilityHighly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyTechnology-oriented and aligned with best practice and operational standardsIf you're ready to take the lead, elevate your career and shape the success of a growing team in Cardiff, we'd love to hear from you.Apply or contact David directly and in confidence.JBRP1_UKTJ