I’m recruiting for a Contracts Manager to work predominantly in the Bristol area, for a large civil engineering contractor permanently.

• Project Manager / Contracts Manager
• Bristol (South West)
• £55k – £64k + Car
• Permanent

Job Role:

The Contract Manager will support the division in achieving its Business Plan through the implementation of the agreed operational process, proactive management of project teams and client relationships and professional, mature, collaborative involvement in the wider operational delivery team.

Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the work outputs and responsibilities of direct reports
• Manages and supports others to provide a collaborative working environment where controlled autonomy is given allowing the team to thrive and perform to a high standard, individually and collectively.
• Responsible for ensuring projects are delivered with efficiency, using best practices and continually improving.
• Responsible for understanding, reviewing and suggesting reasonable improvements to the management system, in conjunction with the wider business, to ensure it delivers desirable outcomes.
• Responsible for building and maintaining good quality, professional and productive relationships with the clients, suppliers and colleagues before, during and after completion of individual projects
• Must continually seek out opportunities for improvement in the delivery of projects in the short, medium and long term. Must also identify risks which exist or are likely to exist and develop means to mitigate the effects of those risks occurring.
• Responsible for achieving reasonably set operational targets on projects using process and procedure which is passed down and embedded within the wider integrated management system. Where outcomes and process conflict, responsible for making those conflicts known to the Operations Manager with evidence to provide a substantive professional statement.

Person Specification

• Excellent knowledge of NEC4 contracts
• Must have sufficient operational and/or commercial experience to understand fully how a project can and should be managed
• Civil Engineering background
• Previous experience in a similar role or as a Project Manager is essential.
• Degree qualified e.g. Civil Engineering (desirable).
• An operational background would be highly desirable
• Excellent Communication and Management skills
• 40 hours a week
• Monday – Friday

For an informal discussion please call Connor on 07990 569 825 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.

A reputable and long-standing Groundworks & Civil Engineering contractor are on the hunt for a Site Manager or Assistant Site Manager.

• Launceston
• Cornwall
• Permanent

You will lead and oversee the groundworks & civil engineering package on a large new build housing scheme based in Launceston. Site safety, efficiency and quality must be paramount throughout.

Suitable candidates will have site management experience with a new build developer, contractor or groundworks company. Assistant-level candidates are welcome to apply but must hold SMSTS, CSCS and/or NPORS.

On offer:

• Competitive salary dependant on experience and qualifications
• Car allowance or Company car
• Annual leave
• Pension
• And more…..

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888 or apply as instructed.

Sphere Solutions are a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector. With offices in St. Austell, Plymouth, Bristol, Cardiff, Taunton & Gloucester)

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.

I’m seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join a large nuclear project, working on RC, bulk earthworks and infrastructure schemes.

• Permanent
• Hinkley Point C
• £60,000-£82,000

The appointed candidate will have experience in the installation of M&E and fit-out of RC frame buildings, as well as a thorough understanding of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities will include:

• Create programmes from 1^st principles, utilising M&E schemes, drawings and specifications
• Audit subcontractor programmes
• Introduce and analyse change in programmes according to prescriptive NEC conditions
• Resource and cost load
• Develop the content and structure for a tender programme
• And much more….

Applicants but possess the following:

• Must have NEC contract-based planning experience, within the UK.
• Will have familiar RC frame-building knowledge, ideally within M&E
• Minimum of 5 years of planning experience, within construction, nuclear or similar
• Previous construction experience, across a wide range of engineering projects, with a good understanding of commercial and contractual matters.
• Competency in the use of Primavera P6.

Hybrid working is an available option but there will be the requirement to go to site every week.

On offer:

• Salary ranging from £60,000-£82,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Travel allowance if you live over 50 miles away from the site
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Family-friendly benefits packages such as enhanced paternity & maternity leave
• Discounted shopping entitlement including restaurants, supermarkets and insurance companies

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 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.

I’m seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join a large major nuclear energy project, working on infrastructure schemes in Liverpool.

• Permanent
• Speke, Liverpool

You will join an existing project initially, and then move on to a new nuclear project within the Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks business unit.

Responsibilities will include:

• Lead the planning to deliver an NEC option C contract to build an RC frame building
• Produce programmes for acceptance
• Analyse project metrics, in particular rates of work
• Support the commercial team
• Evaluate supply chain and subcontract programmes
• Develop the content and structure for tender programmes as required

Applicants but possess the following:

• Must have NEC contract-based planning experience, within the UK.
• Will have familiar RC frame-building knowledge
• Minimum of 5 years of planning experience, within construction, nuclear or similar
• Previous construction experience, across a wide range of engineering projects, with a good understanding of commercial and contractual matters.
• Competency in the use of Primavera P6.

Hybrid working is an available option but there will be the requirement to go to site at least 3 days a week.

On offer:

• Salary ranging from £50,000-£80,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Travel allowance if you live over 50 miles away from the site
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Family-friendly benefits packages such as enhanced paternity & maternity leave
• Discounted shopping entitlement including restaurants, supermarkets and insurance companies

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 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.

I’m seeking a Site Agent to join a major projects team on Hinkley Point.

• Hinkley Point
• Permanent
• £55,000-£65,000

You will oversee civil engineering, power, energy and infrastructure projects on the large nuclear base. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of site operations.

Duties will include:

• Lead a significant section of the project, managing all labour, plant, material and supply chain
• Support and implement performance and Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Take full ownership and responsibility for cost management of your section of works.
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to timelines
• Prepare progress reports and maintain accurate records

Suitable candidates:

• Must have a relevant qualification in engineering or construction
• Proven track record of working on large schemes as a Site Agent or similar
• Candidates with Power/Energy experience are preferred
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations

On offer:

• Salary ranging from £55,000-£65,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Travel allowance if you live over 50 miles away from the site
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Family-friendly benefits packages such as enhanced paternity & maternity leave
• Discounted shopping entitlement including restaurants, supermarkets and insurance companies

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 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.

I’m recruiting a Draughtsperson to work for a large contractor at the new Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff.

• Permanent
• Cardiff
• £35k – £40k plus package

Our client will be responsible for the design, construction, financing and maintenance of the new Velindre Cancer Centre, a new leading cancer hospital that will meet the highest quality standards in terms of sustainability and innovation. This new centre, which will have a gross external area of 60,000 sqm.

The client are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Ideally resides locally to the area and happy to work on site
• Knowledge of Revit
• AutoCAD experience
• Strong communication & organisational skills
• Experienced at reading and interpreting Structural Engineer & Architect drawings
• Able to work under pressure to meet required timescales.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office, Excel, word etc
• Willingness to do overtime to meet project deadlines
• Previous experience in a similar environment

For an informal discussion please call Connor on 07990 569 825 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.

I’m currently working with a contractor who are an accredited provider of gas, electricity and water connections.

• Remote – Full-time work from home
• Utilities / Civils / M&E / Construction
• Permanent

The business is predominantly a utility infrastructure provider but has recently acquired other businesses such as Civils, M&E, building company the list continues.

Based in London, they are looking to add to their commercial team and are recruiting for a competent Quantity Surveyor on a permanent contract.

The Candidate:

• 3-5 years experience or more (ideally in civils, utilities or construction)
• Happy to work the majority from home
• Ideally degree qualified or HNC
• Ideally resides in South Wales or Bristol
• Hugely motivated, driven and keen to progress

Responsibilities:

• The candidate will be responsible for commercial function which essentially will revolve around managing the budget of the project against the actual costs.
• Carry out the procurement and establish the estimated final costs before work commences.

Package:

• They will report directly to the head of commercial
• working hours are 8.30 to 5pm
• Salary is flexible depending on the level of the candidate

For an informal discussion please call Connor on 07990 569 825 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 are working with a well-known groundworks & civil engineering contractor to recruit an Assistant Site Manager to join their operational team.

• Groundworks
• Exeter
• Permanent

Applicants must have a proven background within groundworks or house building and able to assist the Site Manager. You will deputise if the Site Manager is unavailable and will ensure standards and moral is high throughout the team.

Please only apply if you possess the following:

• Must have a CSCS card as a minimum – SMSTS & FAW is advantageous
• Trades background is preferred
• Someone based in the Exeter area would be well-placed for the sites they have.

On offer:

• Competitive salary for the right candidate
• Car Allowance
• Company pension scheme

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 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.

Sphere Solutions are working with a long-standing Groundworks and Civils Engineering contractor to recruit a Contract Manager due to an increase in workload.

• Exeter
• Permanent
• £60,000-£70,000 & Car Allowance

Suitable candidates must have groundworks and civil engineering experience, want to join a reputable regional contractor to manage their sites in the Devon area. With an expansion phase in full swing and a large client base of repeat business, this is an excellent time to join.

You will be tasked with the overall management of designated sites, to provide and maintain on-site health and safety, ensuring compliance and standards are always met. Managing site teams, direct labour and subcontractors ensuring all plant and materials are fit for purpose, and all PPE and on-site HSE are in place.

Ensure both short and long-term programmes and planning is in place to deliver sites on time and within budget. Regular liaison with the client on progress and attending meetings when required will all be part of this role.

The candidate:

• Experience at Contract Manager level within groundworks & civils is essential
• SMSTS and a good level of health and safety management, RAMS and COSHH
• Commercial/financial understanding
• Full Driving License as sites will be across all of Devon

On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance and pension.

For an informal discussion please call Abbie on 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.

Seeking a Site Engineer for a Leading Civil Engineering Firm – Permanent Role Available!

• Exeter
• £35k – £43k + package
• Permanent

Our client is looking to bring in a Site Engineer to join the site team working on various town centre projects across the South West.

The Candidate:

• Civil Engineering Degree (preferable), 3 years minimum experience in a similar role.
• Experience in a site based Engineering role delivered highways or civils works
• HNC/HND in civil engineering or equivalent.
• SMSTS
• CSCS Black
• Site Engineer background
• Setting Out
• Quality checks
• Surveys
• GPS
• Subcontractor management

Roles & responsibilities:

• The role will be responsible for site civils works including surfacing, paving, curbs, drainage and junction improvement.
• Oversee and manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Conduct site surveys, setting out, and levelling.
• Monitor and report on project progress, identifying and addressing any issues or delays.
• Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and quality standards.
• Prepare and maintain accurate site documentation and records.
• Assist in the preparation of project plans and schedules.

The Package:

• £35k-£43k + car/car allowance
• 40 hours a week Mon – Fri
• Overtime available

Office:

• Rockbeare Hill
• Rockbeare
• Exeter

For an informal discussion please call Connor on 07990 569 825 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.