Multi Skilled Technician

Assistant Estimator

Office Manager

Quantity Surveyor

Contracts Manager

Works Manager

I am working with a regional house builder to recruit an experienced Customer Care/Multi-Skilled Technician.

  • Permanent
  • Full Time
  • Devon, Cornwall & Somerset

You will be delivering aftercare & defect management on new-build housing developments across Devon, Cornwall & Somerset.

Reporting to the Customer Service Manager, you will perform all maintenance and repairs to newly built and owned properties, ensuring the best care and service is provided to new homeowners throughout their aftercare period.

Key responsibilities:

  • Taking direction from the Customer Care Manager, ensuring all appointments are attended on time.
  • Ensure the property is adequately protected before the commencement of works, including PPE and overshoes. Take relevant photographs confirming protection, before and after work and report on completion of works via email.
  • Review your diary and ensure that workload is allocated appropriately, ensuring work can be completed right the first time in the time allowed and resolved promptly.
  • As and when required carry out inspections of reported defects and issue a full report with photographs.
  • Report any repetitive defects on active and non-active sites to the Customer Care Manager to discuss with the Commercial/Technical Director
  • Ensure that Health and Safety is followed, and site regulations are followed.

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of construction, and housebuilding & trades e.g. Painting, Decorating, Plastering, Carpentry and Joinery
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal with customers in a friendly and professional manner,
  • Able to work as part of a small team with established processes and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritise work and take initiative.
  • Works well under pressure/in a fast-moving environment.
  • Driving license.
  • Must be willing to travel to sites across Devon, Cornwall & Somerset.

Package:

  • A competitive salary of up to £34,000per annum
  • Company Van, fuel card, tools, uniform & work phone
  • 25 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays
  • Pension contribution

For an informal discussion please call Abbie 0773 655560 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional, and national contractors, developers, and consultancies. We offer bespoke, discreet, and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

I am working on a rare and exciting opportunity for a Trainee or Assistant Estimator.

  • Assistant Estimator
  • Exeter
  • Permanent
  • £30,000-£40,000 & package

The role will strengthen your career by joining this reputable general construction firm.

You will work closely with and be responsible to an experienced Estimator and assist with all commercial and pre-construction functions of the Exeter office. Projects range from £100,000-£2million. They work within healthcare, educational, commercial, industrial and small-scale residential.

Duties will include:

  • Obtain quotes/prices from the supply chain
  • Read and interpret drawings for measurements
  • Assist with tender documentation
  • Coordinating and answering enquiries
  • Commercial administration

If you are an Estimator with experience working within a different sector, please do not hesitate to apply.

Experience within the industry would be preferable, IT Skills & knowledge are a must. Knowledge and an understanding of the pre-construction process is essential.

On offer:

  • Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience and qualifications
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Pension contribution
  • Private medical cover
  • Car Allowance

For an informal discussion please call Abbie 0773 655560 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional, and national contractors, developers, and consultancies. We offer bespoke, discreet, and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

I am working with a well-run Interiors specialist to recruit an Office Manager.

  • Office Manager – Construction
  • Exeter
  • Permanent

The Office Manager will work closely with the Managing Director of the business to ensure the office & business is run smoothly.

As well as ensuring the day-to-day operations in the office are running smoothly, you will also play an important part in the financial aspect of the business which will include producing invoices, chasing client payments, managing subcontractor timesheets and more.

The appointed person will oversee the daily operations of the office, ensuring efficiency and professionalism in all aspects of administrative support.

You will be required to help assist in the quotation of drylining, suspended ceiling, flooring and decoration works – with the assistance of the team.

Other duties will include:

  • Supervise and coordinate office activities and operations
  • Manage office supplies inventory and place orders as necessary
  • Handle scheduling, appointments, and travel arrangements
  • Assist in HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, and performance management

Please only apply if you possess the following:

  • Proven experience in Office Management or a Senior Administration role, preferably within construction or similar
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Familiarity with basic HR functions
  • Confidential and professional phone etiquette
  • Strong attention to detail

On offer is a salary ranging from £28,000-£30,000 depending on experience. You will also be included in the company bonus scheme. The office hours are Monday-Friday 8am-4.30pm.

For an informal discussion please call Abbie 0773 655560 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional, and national contractors, developers, and consultancies. We offer bespoke, discreet, and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

Our client, a maintenance & construction contractor are recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their South West operations.

  • Plymouth
  • Permanent

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will manage the financial aspects of contracts including sub-contractor procurement, invoicing and payment management, through to the final account. Projects will be varied and include; fire stopping, retrofit – PV installations and general planned maintenance works across social housing and commercial clients.

Specific duties and responsibilities will include:

  • Supply chain procurement
  • Ensure tenders are prepared by measuring and calculating rates
  • Measure and prepare cost estimates for contracts and tenders
  • Ensure all work issued has labour targets to return agreed margins
  • Ensure production targets are issued and contract CVR’s are set
  • Valuations and final accounts

Suitable applicants will possess the following:

  • Previous experience in a quantity surveying role, ideally within contracting, maintenance or fire-stopping
  • Knowledge of the financial and contractual elements of projects
  • Able to manage a contract from inception to final account, understand all costing and expected budgets
  • Relevant industry qualifications
  • Full driving license
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Good MS Office knowledge

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary, offering circa £50,000-£55,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
  • 31 holidays including public holidays which will increase with length of service
  • Staff Bonus Scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Life Assurance cover
  • Long Service Awards

For an informal discussion please call Abbie 0773 655560 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

Sphere Solutions is looking to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager for sites covering Devon

  • Build Manager
  • Devon
  • Permanent

Our client is a long-standing, established, developer who creates and builds design-led housing developments of the highest quality across Devon & Cornwall/

Due to continual growth in the region, from both sales and a healthy land bank, they are looking to recruit a Contract Manager– sites are spread across North and Mid Devon, and you will be managing up to 4 sites at any one time. Reporting to the Construction Director – you will manage an experienced build team, ensure build programmes are on time and Health & Safety and Quality are adhered to.

What we’re looking for:

The ideal candidate will be a proven Contracts Manager within housebuilding coupled with knowledge of the NHBC both modern and traditional build methods. Excellent Management and organisational skills are a given, along with a good HSE record and understanding of the regional supply chain.

On offer is an excellent salary Circ. £75,000 with car/car allowance, bonus structure, private medical cover, pension and flexible benefits package.

For an informal discussion please call Jo Lambert 01752 421888 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

We are assisting in recruiting a Billable / Small Works Manager for a long-standing MOD maintenance contract

  • Billable Works Manager
  • Small Works Manager
  • Chivenor, North Devon.

To join a direct delivery team, managing a pipeline of small projects up to £25k across a large MoD site and surrounding locations.

 Duties will include:

  • You will be responsible for overseeing  the direct delivery of minor works up to £25,000, complying with all Health & Safety and Environmental standards and policies
  • Liaison with the direct delivery team and contractors to ensure all billable works are delivered efficiently and in a timely manner.
  • Working cohesively with the Built Estate Manager, you will provide weekly progress reports on billable work plans, advising on budgets, requirements, and project risks
  • Manage on-site health and safety, and ensure all persons on site observe compliance standards.
  • Identifying opportunities to reduce energy consumption on site and initiate Billable Works as appropriate by the raising of Statements of Need

Suitable candidates will possess the following:

  • Previous experience within facility management or built estates managing small works, including scoping of works, CDM regulations and Asbestos
  • An HNC/ONC or equivalent level qualification in a Building / Civil Engineering or Electrical / Mechanical Engineering or related discipline is desirable
  • Experience or qualifications in Asbestos Awareness and Legionella Control
  • IOSH and or SMSTS.
  • Good IT skills and previous experience working with CAFM systems such as Maximo are desirable.
  • You must be able to pass SC Clearance to be considered for this role.

Package:

  • Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
  • 25 Days annual leave
  • Volunteer leave
  • One paid professional subscription
  • Life Assurance Policy
  • Employee discount and reward schemes

For an informal discussion please call Jo Lambert 01752 421888 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.