Lead Director - Public sector

Director – Building Surveying (Public Sector) Build a Public Sector Division. Own It. Lead It. Location: UK (national platform, North base) Package: Six-figure base + 20% bonus Are you a Director-level Building Surveyor who’s frustrated by red tape, slow decisions, or being told “that’s how we’ve always done it”? This role is for someone who wants real control, not just a title. The Opportunity I've been referred by a long-standing industry contact to represent a well-established national building consultancy that’s ready to seriously enter the public sector market - but they want the right person to lead it. You’ll be joining a business with: 6 offices across the UK A strong, profitable private-sector platform 20+ Building Surveyors already in the business Full back-office, brand, and operational supportWhat’s missing is public sector leadership - and that’s the gap you’ll fill. The Role This is a chance to build your own public sector business within an established firm. You will: Take full ownership of public sector strategy and delivery Bring your existing public sector clients, frameworks, or relationships Design and implement your own processes, systems, and ways of working Be the face of the business in the public sector Build and scale a team around you as workload growsNo micromanagement. No legacy systems you’re forced to follow. You’ll be trusted to run this like it’s your own business, with the backing of a national consultancy. Who This Suits Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS or equivalent) Currently at Director / Associate Director level Strong background in public sector work (PFI, education, healthcare, local authority, NHS, frameworks) Proven ability to win work and carry client relationships Entrepreneurial, commercially minded, and comfortable with responsibilityIf you’ve ever thought “I could build this better myself” - this role is probably for you. Package Six-figure base salary 20% bonus on salary Clear long-term opportunity to grow something meaningful inside a supportive platform Equity pathways