Site Manager – Internal Fit Out

Cardiff
Competitive Salary + Package
Main Contractor | Major Landmark Project

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Manager to join a leading UK main contractor on a high-profile, multi-million-pound development in Cardiff.

Working closely with the Project Manager, you will play a key role in delivering the internal fit out phase of this prestigious city-centre scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in one of the region’s most significant construction projects.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day site operations relating to the internal fit out package, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing subcontractors and site teams throughout the fit out phase
• Coordinating internal works and ensuring programme deadlines are achieved
• Maintaining high standards of health & safety across site
• Reporting progress to the Project Manager
• Conducting site inspections and quality checks
• Managing logistics, sequencing, and day-to-day site activities
• Ensuring works are completed in line with drawings and specifications
• Driving productivity and maintaining excellent site standards

Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must have:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager with a recognised main contractor
• Extensive internal fit out experience on large-scale construction projects
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and site management procedures
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and trades simultaneously
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certification
• Experience working on high-value commercial or mixed-use developments is highly desirable

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a landmark Cardiff project
• Long-term career prospects with a respected main contractor
• Competitive salary and package
• Collaborative and professional project team
• Exposure to a major city-centre development

If you are an experienced Site Manager with a strong internal fit out background looking for your next challenge in Cardiff, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now for a confidential discussion.

Senior Quantity Surveyor 

Location: Portsmouth 
Salary: £65,000–£75,000 + Package (DOE) 
Type: Permanent 
Start Date: Immediate 

About the Company

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a highly reputable construction company based in Portsmouth. The business specialises in refurbishment, extensions, partial demolition, and infill projects across a variety of sectors, with a strong focus on education and sewage treatment plant works.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects throughout 2026 and beyond, they are now seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and well-established contractor offering long-term career progression and involvement in a diverse range of projects.

The Role

The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing all commercial and surveying aspects across multiple construction projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project finances, budgets, and contracts 
• Carry out cost estimation and feasibility assessments 
• Prepare and manage tender documentation 
• Undertake risk management and commercial reporting 
• Complete site valuations and attend site visits 
• Manage subcontractor payments and final accounts 
• Prepare initial project budgets 
• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms 
• Monitor and manage project cash flow 
• Produce and manage trade packages including groundworks, M&E, and drainage packages 

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry 
• Previous experience delivering education sector projects such as schools or universities 
• Strong time management and organisational skills 
• Experience working with NEC contracts and JCT contracts is desirable 
• Good understanding of construction health & safety regulations 
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail 
• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or degree equivalent 

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position with a well-established contractor 
• Salary between £65,000–£75,000 + package (DOE) 
• Strong pipeline of secured work across 2026 and 2027 
• Excellent career progression opportunities 
• Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing business 

Apply Now

For an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Cameron on  07484 498209 or apply as instructed.

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Estimator

Location: Dawlish (with UK-wide site travel as required)
Salary: Up to £65,000 + Package (DOE)
Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are working with a specialist leading civil engineering contractor to recruit an ambitious and commercially aware Estimator to join their growing preconstruction team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a technically complex and niche sector, supporting the delivery of major marine infrastructure and heavy civil engineering projects across the UK.

The role offers excellent exposure to complex tendering environments, senior stakeholders, and high-profile infrastructure projects, making it ideal for an Estimator looking to develop into a Senior Estimator role in the future.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Estimating, you will support the preparation of accurate and commercially competitive cost estimates across a range of marine civil engineering projects.

This is not a purely desk-based estimating role — the successful candidate will work closely with engineering, commercial, operational, and delivery teams to help shape pricing strategies, assess project risks, and contribute to successful tender submissions.

You will be involved throughout the full bid lifecycle, from tender review and supply chain engagement through to pricing, risk analysis, and post-tender support.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, and specialist marine equipment
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documents to determine project scope and requirements
• Support the development of competitive pricing models and tender strategies
• Support the preparation and submission of high-quality tender documents
• Produce accurate pricing breakdowns, schedules, and commercial submissions
• Contribute to tender strategy discussions and bid reviews
• Assist with post-tender clarifications and negotiations
• Source and review quotations from subcontractors and suppliers
• Build strong relationships across the supply chain
• Assess subcontractor capability, scope alignment, and pricing competitiveness

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as an Estimator within:
  • Civil Engineering
  • Infrastructure
  • Marine Engineering
  • Heavy Construction
• Experience preparing tenders and cost estimates within construction environments
• Understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing
• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Strong Excel and estimating software capability

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
• Excellent development opportunity within a specialist marine contractor
• Exposure to technically complex, high-value infrastructure projects
• Clear progression pathway into Senior Estimator level
• Stable business with a strong pipeline of secured work

Apply Now

If you would like to apply, please call Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888.

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Senior Estimator

Location: Dawlish (with UK-wide site travel as required)
Type: Permanent

About the Role

This is a senior preconstruction opportunity with a leading specialist Civil Engineering contractor, responsible for leading the estimating function across complex maritime civil engineering projects.

The role combines hands-on estimating expertise with leadership of the bid process, ensuring tenders are commercially robust, technically credible, and aligned with delivery capability.

The Senior Estimator will play a key role in shaping pricing strategy, influencing win rates, and supporting the long-term commercial success of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of accurate, competitive, and risk-aware cost estimates
• Drive bid quality, ensuring alignment between price, programme, and delivery strategy
• Influence tender strategy and commercial positioning
• Support win rate improvement through robust estimating practices
• Provide leadership and consistency across the estimating function
• Strengthen preconstruction capability across the wider business
• Take ownership of bid submissions from a commercial and estimating perspective
• Work closely with bid writers, planners, and engineers to deliver high-quality tenders
• Ensure alignment between cost, methodology, and programme
• Contribute to pricing strategy and competitive positioning

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience working as a Senior Estimator within complex marine civil engineering environments
• Strong estimating experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, and marine sectors
• Experience pricing complex, high-value projects
• Proven track record of leading or significantly influencing tender submissions
• Experience working within multi-disciplinary bid environments
• Advanced cost planning and estimating skills
• Experience working with NEC contracts (highly desirable)
• Willingness to travel to sites across the UK

Salary & Package

• Market-leading salary package (no fixed salary cap)
• Company car
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Apply Now

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please call 01752 421888 and ask for Abbie or Jo.

To apply, please follow the instructions below or contact Jo directly for a confidential discussion.

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

Our Commitment to Inclusion

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Estimating Administrator

Location: Dawlish
Salary: £31,500 per annum
Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (3–5 Months)

About the Role

We are working with a specialist contractor to recruit an organised and proactive Estimating Administrator to join their busy preconstruction team based in Dawlish.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Administrator, Coordinator, or Construction Administrator to support a fast-paced estimating department involved in technically complex infrastructure and engineering projects across the UK.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Estimating, the Estimating Administrator will provide essential administrative and coordination support to the estimating and preconstruction teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and track live tender opportunities across the estimating department
• Monitor tender deadlines and ensure submission requirements are communicated effectively
• Support the coordination of multiple active tenders simultaneously
• Assist with the preparation and submission of tender documentation
• Compile bid packs and gather supporting information from internal teams and external stakeholders
• Ensure tender submissions are accurate, compliant, and complete prior to review
• Manage the estimating inbox and coordinate incoming enquiries and tender invitations
• Prioritise and allocate requests appropriately alongside the Head of Estimating
• Maintain structured electronic filing systems and document management processes
• Track supplier data, tender outcomes, and cost information for benchmarking and future reference
• Support data input, cost tracking, and spreadsheet management using Excel
• Assist with maintaining pricing trackers, benchmarking spreadsheets, and reporting tools
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the estimating team
• Schedule meetings, prepare documents, and track actions and deadlines
• Assist with reporting on tender activity and pipeline status
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating function

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within an administrative, coordination, or support role
• Strong Excel skills with confidence managing structured data and spreadsheets
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Desirable Experience

• Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, or civil engineering environments
• Exposure to tendering, estimating, or preconstruction teams advantageous
• Experience managing electronic document control systems or bid documentation

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £31,500 per annum
• Opportunity to work within a specialist marine civil engineering contractor
• Exposure to large-scale infrastructure and engineering projects
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Valuable experience within a busy preconstruction and estimating department
• Potential opportunity to broaden experience within the construction and engineering sector

Apply Now

To apply, please follow the instructions below, or feel free to call Abbie or Cat on 01752 421888 for an informal, confidential discussion.

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Senior Electrical Design Manager – Building Services (Design & Build)

Location: Corsham, UK
Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 + benefits

Overview

A leading UK design and construction contractor operating across the data centre, defence, energy, and high-technology sectors is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Manager. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing the full lifecycle of electrical building services design from pre-construction through to project handover.

You will oversee complex, technically demanding projects where innovation, compliance, and precision engineering are critical. The role requires strong technical leadership, design coordination, and the ability to manage internal and external design teams in a Design & Build environment.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Design Management

• Lead electrical design delivery from concept through to handover across major construction projects
• Manage and coordinate internal and external design teams, consultants, and specialist subcontractors
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, and all statutory requirements
• Act as Technical Lead supporting senior technical leadership across all project phases
• Oversee design risk management, including Principal Designer duties under CDM

Electrical Building Services Design

• Produce and review detailed electrical designs for:
• LV and MV power distribution systems
• Small power systems
• Lighting design (including Dialux/Relux modelling)
• Fire alarm systems
• Security and CCTV systems
• Earthing and lightning protection systems
• Ensure technical accuracy, buildability, and cost-effectiveness of all designs
• Review technical submittals, RFIs, and contractor design portions (CDP)

Project Lifecycle Involvement

• Lead technical input during tendering and pre-construction stages
• Conduct design reviews, gap analysis, value engineering (VE), and risk assessments
• Support preparation of contractor proposals and technical bid documentation
• Participate in design coordination, HAZID/HAZOP studies, and technical workshops
• Oversee construction-phase technical compliance and site-based design verification
• Support project handover, O&M documentation, and compliance validation

Collaboration & Compliance

• Liaise closely with clients, project managers, engineers, and site teams
• Ensure adherence to safety in design principles and HSEQ requirements
• Maintain design intent and configuration control throughout project lifecycle
• Promote digital engineering and BIM-led coordination across projects
• Drive continuous improvement in design processes and technical standards

Required Experience

• Proven experience in a senior electrical design or technical management role within construction or building services
• Strong background in Design & Build projects
• Experience in high-technology, defence, data centres, or industrial environments (desirable)
• In-depth knowledge of UK Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, and statutory compliance
• Experience managing full design lifecycle from pre-construction through delivery
• Strong understanding of electrical building services systems and coordination
• Experience supervising contractors, consultants, and multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong technical documentation and specification writing capability

Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in:

• Revit (BIM) and Navisworks
• AutoCAD (2D & 3D)
• Dialux and/or Relux
• Amtech and/or ElectricalOM
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Autodesk Construction Cloud (desirable)

Additional knowledge:

• Lightning protection risk assessment calculations
• Electrical design analysis and system modelling tools
• BIM coordination and clash detection workflows

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified (BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering or related discipline)
• Background in Building Services, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or Technical Design
• Working towards Chartered status (preferred)
• Membership of a relevant professional body (engineering or architectural institute)
• MCIAT or ARB registration (desirable but not essential)

Benefits

• Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 per annum
• Car allowance (eligible roles)
• Competitive pension scheme
• Private healthcare (BUPA) + cash plan
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eyecare vouchers
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

Equal Opportunities

This organisation is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Recruitment decisions are based solely on skills, experience, and merit, with no discrimination on any protected characteristic.

Design Manager – Cardiff

Tier 1 Main Contractor | Ministry of Justice & Public Sector Projects | Long-Term Career Opportunity

A leading Tier 1 main contractor is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join its established regional team, delivering a diverse portfolio of Ministry of Justice and public sector construction projects across Cardiff and the surrounding South Wales region.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work, a collaborative project environment, and a reputation for investing in its people. The business offers a supportive and enjoyable working culture alongside genuine long-term career progression opportunities.

The Role

As Design Manager, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of complex construction projects from pre-construction through to completion. Working closely with operational, commercial, and client teams, you will manage and coordinate the design process to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and to the highest quality standards.

Projects will primarily include Ministry of Justice schemes alongside other public sector developments across the Cardiff area.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating the design process throughout all project phases
• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams
• Reviewing and managing design information, technical submissions, and RFIs
• Ensuring designs are compliant with contractual, statutory, and regulatory requirements
• Driving value engineering and buildability solutions
• Supporting project delivery teams to achieve programme and quality objectives
• Chairing and leading design team meetings
• Managing design risk and resolving technical issues proactively

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Design Manager within a main contracting environment
• Strong understanding of construction delivery processes across major projects
• Experience working on public sector, custodial, healthcare, education, or commercial schemes would be advantageous
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple design packages and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Relevant construction or design-related qualification

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading Tier 1 contractor
• Strong and experienced project team environment
• Secure long-term pipeline of work across South Wales
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Excellent career development and progression prospects
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

If you are a Design Manager looking for a long-term opportunity within a well-established contractor delivering high-profile projects in the Cardiff region, we would be keen to hear from you.

Senior Site Manager – Main Contractor | £20m Education Project | Newport

Location: Newport
Salary: Competitive + Package
Sector: Construction – Main Contractor
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a highly respected, tier-one main contractor delivering a £20m education project in Newport. This is a key role on a flagship scheme, working closely with the Lead Project Manager to ensure successful delivery from construction through to handover.

This position offers long-term career progression, exposure to high-profile public sector developments, and the chance to work within a collaborative and forward-thinking project team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Project Manager in the day-to-day running of the site
• Oversee subcontractors to ensure work is delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard
• Manage site operations including programme adherence, logistics, and quality control
• Ensure strict compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures
• Coordinate with design teams and stakeholders to resolve any site issues
• Monitor progress and provide regular updates to senior management
• Drive high standards of workmanship and ensure project milestones are achieved

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager with a recognised main contractor
• Strong track record delivering projects in the £10m–£30m range
• Experience working with well-known contractors across South Wales and/or the South West (either side of the Severn Bridge)
• Education or healthcare project experience is highly desirable
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain programme deadlines
• Strong understanding of construction processes, H&S, and quality standards

Qualifications

• SMSTS (essential)
• CSCS (Black/Gold Card)
• First Aid at Work
• Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree preferred)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile education scheme
• Clear career progression within a leading main contractor
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Apply Now

If you are a driven Senior Site Manager looking for your next challenge on a significant project in Newport, we want to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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Office Manager – Construction Project

Cardiff

Salary up to £40,000 + Long-Term Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Office Manager to join a major construction project based in Cardiff. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a large-scale build project with a well-established and growing construction business offering excellent long-term career prospects.

This role is ideal for a highly organised and proactive Office Manager with previous experience working within the construction, engineering, or project-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day office operations on a busy construction project
• Providing administrative support to the site and project management teams
• Maintaining project documentation, records, and filing systems
• Handling correspondence, reports, meeting minutes, and project paperwork
• Coordinating office supplies, site facilities, and subcontractor documentation
• Supporting health & safety administration and compliance paperwork
• Managing timesheets, invoices, and general office coordination
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Office Manager, Site Administrator, Project Administrator, or similar role
• Experience within the construction industry preferred
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and general office systems
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently within a fast-paced project environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £40,000
• Long-term career opportunity
• Stable and growing business
• High-profile construction project
• Supportive and professional working environment

If you are an experienced Office Manager looking for your next opportunity in Cardiff, apply today for immediate consideration.