Up to 125,000 + performance bonus + potential equity/board seat
About Ginjo Construction
Ginjo Construction is a fast-growing, internationally active consultancy operating across
industrial, utilities, pharma, manufacturing, and advanced tech sectors
. We deliver
commercial advisory, project management, and quantity surveying
services on complex, high-value schemes across the UK, Europe, Africa, and the Nordics.
With a vision to scale to 150m turnover and become a market leader in the industrial and infrastructure consultancy space, Ginjo is building a leadership team to match those ambitions.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an
Associate Director
to play a pivotal role in shaping Ginjo's next phase of growth. This is a
partner-track opportunity
for a RICS Chartered Quantity Surveyor and proven commercial leader, with a clear route to
Construction Director
and ultimately a
seat at the board table
.
This role is not just about delivery - it's about
strategic influence, stakeholder leadership, and ensuring commercial excellence across every project
. For the right candidate, there is the potential to gain
equity participation
and play a central role in Ginjo's long-term success story.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all live projects to ensure
profitability, margin protection, and financial discipline
.
Ensure
valuations, applications, and payments
are prepared and submitted on time.
Drive
commercial assurance
across projects - from cost planning through to final account.
Lead the
Quantity Surveying and commercial team
, setting performance standards and ensuring delivery quality.
Act as senior liaison with clients, contractors, and partners - maintaining Ginjo's reputation for
trust and clarity
.
Mentor junior QSs and project staff, supporting career progression and RICS chartership pathways.
Oversee project risk management, claims, and contract administration (FIDIC, NEC, JCT).
Implement and enforce
commercial best practice
, systems, and reporting across the business.
Work closely with Directors to ensure
strategic objectives are met
and the business is positioned for scalable growth.
Candidate Profile
RICS Chartered Quantity Surveyor (essential).
10-15+ years' experience in
construction consultancy and commercial leadership
, ideally with international exposure.
Proven track record of delivering profitable outcomes on major industrial, infrastructure, or EPC projects.
Strong background in
valuations, cost control, and claims management
.
Natural leader and mentor, able to build and inspire high-performing teams.
Excellent communicator with the confidence to engage at board level and with senior stakeholders.
Entrepreneurial mindset - thrives in a
scaling, agile business
without the bureaucracy of larger firms.
Why Join Ginjo?
Competitive salary up to
125,000
with performance-based incentives.
Clear path to Construction Director
with a direct impact on project and company growth.
Opportunity for
equity participation and board-level involvement
as the business grows.
Work on
international, high-value industrial projects
at the cutting edge of infrastructure, pharma, and renewable energy.
Join a consultancy with the ambition, agility, and vision to scale to
150m turnover and a 50m valuation by 2035
.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to 125,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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