Senior Estimator

Permanent
Location: Work from home with occasional visits to Devon office
Salary: Circa £80,000 + Package

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of detailed cost estimates for marine infrastructure projects, including materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Analyse project plans, specifications, and risks to ensure accurate and competitive bids.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and bid teams to align estimates with project feasibility and programmes.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier relationships, review quotations, and conduct site visits.
• Support the Head of Estimating in mentoring the team and promoting cross-team collaboration.
• Implement best practices and AI tools to improve estimating processes and efficiency.
• Provide input on project feasibility, value engineering, and strategic pricing for senior leadership.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar (preferred), or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ senior estimating experience within marine infrastructure or heavy civil projects.
• Strong knowledge of marine construction methods, materials, and environmental factors.
• Able to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and planning software.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Desirable

• Experience in dredging, piling, breakwaters, or similar marine works.
• Experience mentoring junior estimators.
• Driving licence, CSCS card, and knowledge of NEC contracts.

Additional Information

• Our client welcomes applications from candidates based anywhere in the UK. The successful candidate will attend the Devon office approximately once per month to maintain team collaboration.
• 40-hour working week.
• Circa £80,000 salary, plus company car or car allowance, discretionary bonus, and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Strong Marine Civils experience is essential.

Interested?

Please follow the instructions below to apply.
For a confidential discussion, contact Jo on 01752 421888.

Sphere Solutions are a market-leading recruitment specialist within the built environment across the South West & Wales.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we will work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Civil Engineering Project Manager – Cardiff

Location: Cardiff (and surrounding areas)
Sector: Civil Engineering / Industrial Construction
Job Type: Permanent / Full-Time

Overview

An established and highly respected civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager to join their team on major projects across South Wales, with a strong focus around Cardiff.

This role is ideally suited to a Project Manager with a solid background in heavy civil engineering, particularly cofferdams, industrial projects, and heavy plant foundations, who is looking to work close to home on technically challenging schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion
• Take full responsibility for programme, budget, quality, and health & safety
• Oversee site teams including Engineers, Supervisors, and Subcontractors
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Manage temporary works including cofferdams and complex groundwork solutions
• Ensure works are delivered in line with CDM regulations and company procedures
• Monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and drive projects to successful delivery

Essential Experience & Skills

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering
• Strong background in:
  • Cofferdams
  • Industrial civil engineering projects
  • Heavy plant foundations
• Experience managing groundworks and structural civils packages
• Excellent knowledge of construction methodology, sequencing, and temporary works
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and tight programmes

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent)
• SMSTS
• CSCS (Black or Gold Card preferred)
• First Aid (desirable)

Location & Travel

• Projects are primarily based in and around Cardiff
• Preference for candidates local to the Cardiff / South Wales area

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Long-term, secure workload with a reputable contractor
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-value civil engineering projects
• Supportive and professional working environment

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Managing Quantity Surveyor – Water & Infrastructure Projects

Location: Office-based with travel to sites as required
Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial and contractual function for a leading infrastructure delivery business operating across water, wastewater, civil engineering, rail, highways, power, and associated sectors.

This is a senior role with responsibility for driving strong commercial performance, accurate cost control, and effective contract administration across a portfolio of high-value projects delivered under long-term frameworks.

About the Role

As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will provide strategic leadership across commercial activities, mentor and develop the commercial team, and work closely with senior leadership to influence business performance.

You will support project delivery teams while helping to grow and strengthen the organisation’s overall commercial capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial / quantity surveying function across multi-discipline infrastructure programmes.
• Oversee cost planning, budget control, forecasting, valuations, cashflow management, and final account settlement.
• Ensure robust contract administration and compliance, with significant exposure to NEC4 and other relevant contract forms.
• Lead risk and opportunity management, advising on commercial strategy and mitigation measures.
• Mentor, coach, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial staff.
• Oversee procurement strategy, subcontractor engagement, and cost benchmarking activities.
• Prepare, review, and present commercial reports to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Provide commercial input into ECI, bid strategy, tender pricing, and contract negotiation.
• Work closely with project, design, and leadership teams to balance commercial, technical, and programme priorities.
• Maintain governance standards, audit readiness, and drive continuous improvement of commercial processes.

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in quantity surveying within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Proven leadership experience managing commercial teams and developing QS capability.
• Strong background delivering projects within water and wastewater frameworks, including networks and treatment infrastructure.
• Extensive experience managing NEC4 contracts and associated commercial processes.
• Contractor-side experience delivering capital works on major infrastructure frameworks.

Desirable

• Professional membership (e.g. MRICS or equivalent), or working towards chartership.
• Experience working with water companies such as Welsh Water, Wessex Water, Bristol Water, or South West Water.
• Exposure to other infrastructure sectors (rail, highways, power civils).
• Strong IT and reporting capability, with proficiency in commercial software and MS Office.

If you are interested and would like further details, please don’t hesitate to get in touch

Business Development Representative

Location: Remote – South West England
Regions Covered: Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset & Wiltshire
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £35,000 + Company Vehicle

We are working with a well-established line marking and tarmacking contractor based in Torbay, looking for a Business Development Representative to support growth across the South West. This is a field-based role, predominantly remote, with office presence required in Torbay when necessary.

The role focuses on generating new business and developing long-term client relationships across commercial, private, and public sectors. It is ideal for someone proactive, confident with cold calling, and happy to promote services on the ground.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities across the South West
• Visit potential clients, sites, and target areas to promote services
• Conduct cold calling and follow-up to convert leads into opportunities
• Build and maintain relationships with private contractors, commercial clients, and local authorities
• Promote line marking, non-slip surfacing, and decorative surface treatments
• Target sectors including industrial estates, car parks, warehouses, golf clubs, and public spaces
• Work closely with the Marketing Specialist to align sales activity with marketing campaigns
• Maintain accurate client records, opportunities, and pipeline progress
• Represent the business professionally and act as a brand ambassador

About You

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management
• Background in construction, civils, highways, surfacing, or related sectors
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently
• Hands-on approach, visible in target areas to promote the business
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Basic salary of £35,000
• Company vehicle (limited private use)
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year up to 25

Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Site Manager (Tunnelling)

Location: Bridgend
Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Company Vehicle

Overview

We are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a specialist civil engineering contractor delivering complex tunnelling, underground structures, and major infrastructure projects across the UK.

This is a permanent opportunity to work on technically challenging schemes within a supportive, professional, and well-established contracting environment.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will lead site teams and coordinate all construction activities in close collaboration with project management and commercial teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site activities across civil engineering and tunnelling works.
• Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor works to meet programme milestones and targets.
• Lead and supervise site teams, subcontractors, and direct labour.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports, and progress updates.
• Liaise closely with project managers, clients, designers, and supply chain partners.
• Monitor performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions where required.
• Manage materials, plant, and workforce resources efficiently.
• Conduct site meetings, toolbox talks, and workforce briefings.

About You

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Experience in tunnelling, shafts, deep excavations, or underground works (preferred but not essential).
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and site control processes.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• SMSTS and CSCS essential; First Aid and Temporary Works desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to site locations.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Permanent role with a strong long-term project pipeline.
• Opportunity to work on technically complex and rewarding infrastructure projects.
• Career development within a specialist civil engineering contractor.

If you are an experienced Site Manager seeking a long-term role on challenging infrastructure projects, we would be keen to speak with you.

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Newton Abbot
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £70,000–£75,000

We’re working with a specialist marine contractor delivering complex marine and coastal infrastructure projects. They are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their Commercial team.

This is a senior-level position with responsibility for the commercial, financial, and contractual performance of multiple high-value projects. You’ll play a key role in cost control, procurement strategy, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, while also mentoring junior surveyors and contributing to wider commercial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management across multiple marine infrastructure projects
• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, CVRs, and cash flow
• Oversee contract administration, variations, claims, and final accounts
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities, driving value engineering and cost efficiencies
• Manage procurement strategies and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers
• Provide P&L reporting and financial performance updates to senior leadership
• Support and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors
• Build strong working relationships with clients, project teams, and supply chain partners
• Ensure compliance with contractual, financial, and HSE requirements

About You

• Proven experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor role
• Strong background in marine infrastructure, civil engineering, or heavy construction
• Excellent knowledge of contract administration and commercial risk management
• Confident managing high-value contracts and complex negotiations
• Strong leadership and mentoring capability
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (professional accreditation desirable)
• Comfortable travelling to sites as required

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £75,000, plus bonus scheme and car / allowance
• Senior role with real influence across major marine projects
• Long-term career opportunity within a growing specialist contractor
• Exposure to complex, high-value infrastructure schemes
• Supportive commercial team and leadership environment

If you are interested in this role, please call Abbie or Jo at Sphere Solutions for a confidential chat on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Health & Safety Manager

Location: Snowdonia
Salary: £75,000 – £80,000 + Car Allowance
Contract: Permanent | Leading Tier 1 Contractor

Overview

We are recruiting for an experienced Health, Safety & Wellbeing Manager to join a major infrastructure project in South Wales. This is a high-profile leadership role responsible for driving a positive safety culture, supporting project leadership, and ensuring full compliance across a complex, high-risk environment.

The Role

• Provide strong, visible Health & Safety leadership across the project, ensuring best practice and full compliance.
• Support Directors, Managers, and Supervisors in understanding and fulfilling their H&S responsibilities.
• Lead site inspections, audits, and proactive safety surveillance, identifying and driving improvements.
• Oversee incident and accident investigations, ensuring corrective actions and lessons learned are implemented.
• Manage H&S reporting, data analysis, KPIs, and continuous improvement programmes.
• Review and contribute to H&S plans, RAMS, safe systems of work, and project procedures.
• Ensure contractor compliance and apply stop-work authority where safety is compromised.
• Lead project inductions, safety training, behavioural safety campaigns, and wellbeing initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a senior H&S role on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership capability with the confidence to influence site teams at all levels.
• Excellent knowledge of UK H&S legislation, auditing, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience working with or within Tier 1 contractors, including managing H&S advisors.
• Strong communication, investigation, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Passionate about driving positive change, developing safety culture, and promoting wellbeing.

If you’re interested in supporting one of the most exciting infrastructure projects in Wales, please get in touch.

Head of Health and Safety

Location: Devon
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £60,000–£70,000 DOE

The Role

The Head of Health and Safety oversees quality, health, safety, and environmental standards across the business. You will ensure a strong safety-first culture and drive continuous improvement through effective risk management.

This role involves regular travel to projects across the UK, with occasional extended hours or weekend working to meet urgent business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Stakeholder engagement and liaison with industry regulators
• Team leadership and development, including mentoring, training, and awareness programmes
• Carrying out risk assessments and incident investigations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and standards
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining QHSE policies

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in a similar Health and Safety role
• Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement
• Experience within civils or marine construction environments
• TechIOSH, NEBOSH, and ideally CMIOSH qualifications
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent
• Proven team leadership skills

Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary, the company offers:

• Car allowance
• Company bonus
• Private medical and life insurance
• Matched contribution pension scheme
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

How to Apply

To apply, please follow the steps below or contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888 for an informal chat.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we will work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Job Title: Project Manager – Civil Engineering / Construction

Location: South Wales
Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team in South Wales.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead the successful delivery of complex, high-value civil engineering projects within a supportive and ambitious business. You’ll be joining a company that actively promotes career development, teamwork, and employee engagement at every level.

Role Purpose

To ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards — meeting programme, budget, and client expectations.

The Project Manager will take overall responsibility for project performance, team leadership, and client satisfaction, ensuring alignment with company values and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of civil engineering or construction projects.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental (HSQE) requirements.
• Manage programmes, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Drive team performance through leadership, communication, and proactive problem-solving.
• Oversee progress reporting, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Support the development and mentoring of project team members.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working culture across all levels of the project.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience managing the delivery of construction or civil engineering projects.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Demonstrable experience in managing HSQE compliance.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and communication skills.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in risk and opportunity management.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience in contract performance forecasting.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as:
  • SMSTS
  • CSCS
  • First Aid at Work
  • Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or Appointed Person (Lifting)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of high-profile civil engineering projects.
• Supportive environment that values innovation, development, and teamwork.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing regional contractor.

Interested?
If you’d like to learn more about this opportunity, please don’t hesitate to get in touch for further details.

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Bridgend
Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits Package

Company Overview

This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing contractors as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, based in Bridgend.

Dynamic and entrepreneurial, this company is a great fit if you’re looking for a supportive yet ambitious environment with clear career progression and strong employee engagement.

You will form part of the management team, reporting directly to the Divisional Commercial Manager, and will take responsibility for the smooth commercial management of several projects across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate commercial information to assist in developing the divisional budget.
• Take ownership of project profit and margin delivery in line with forecasts.
• Deliver consistent, accurate value and cost reporting across projects.
• Establish and maintain a robust change control process to ensure appropriate contract price adjustments are identified and agreed with clients.
• Collaborate closely with the operational team to manage commercial activities and drive delivery and growth.
• Monitor project costs, risks, and performance to ensure commercial success.
• Maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and professional conduct.
• Support and mentor junior team members to promote knowledge sharing and development.

Key Requirements

• Degree or HND qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Strong understanding of site cost management and commercial reporting.
• Proven experience in civil engineering projects (essential).
• Experience working under NEC contracts.
• Determined, ambitious, and commercially driven, with a proactive mindset.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills.

Company Culture

The company actively promotes inclusiveness across the workplace, creating an environment where every individual has an equal opportunity to achieve their full potential and where employees feel valued and respected.

Interested?
If you’d like to learn more about this opportunity, please don’t hesitate to get in touch for further details.