Operations Manager

Dartmouth

Up to £40,000

Permanent

We are working with a well-established business that provides specification, supply, aftercare and sales of high-end products to a range of prestigious clients, including private one-off developments, Grand Designs-style projects, property developers and hotels.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Organising and coordinating deliveries, including managing stock and inventories
• Ordering materials and liaising with suppliers
• Checking incoming materials and ensuring orders are correct
• Coordinating with customers, suppliers and internal teams
• Supporting the sales and specification process
• Helping manage aftercare and resolving any operational issues
• Occasional attendance at off-site meetings, as required

About You

The ideal candidate will have experience within a merchant, trade counter, bathroom, kitchen, interiors or similar environment, with a good understanding of stock, purchasing, suppliers and logistics.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Confident dealing with suppliers and customers
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Keen to develop their career and take on increasing responsibility
• A full UK driving licence holder, as there may occasionally be a need to attend meetings off site

This could be a particularly good opportunity for someone looking to return to the Dartmouth area or an ambitious individual looking for a long-term career with an established local business.

What’s on offer?

• Salary up to £40,000
• Monday–Friday, 8.30am–5.00pm
• 20 days’ annual leave plus Christmas shutdown
• Established and successful local business
• Small, friendly team environment
• Long-term career development opportunity
• Potential to take on significant responsibility within the business in the future

Apply Today

For a confidential discussion, please contact Cat or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.

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Quantity Surveyor

Exeter – Hybrid working

Role requires visits to sites and offices in varying locations

£40,000-£45,000

We are working with a consultancy to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team. Responsible for the financial and commercial activities of your projects and delegating tasks to more junior surveyors and administration / support staff.

The roles may include (but not be limited to):

• Standard QS roles including taking off, preparing cost estimates, cost reporting, valuation, final account settlement etc
• Preparing and presenting cost estimates
• Recording and tracking cost trends
• Supervision of junior surveyors requires an element of mentoring and coaching to ensure their onward personal development
• Carry out a traditional QS role
• Prepare tender documentation and produce tender reports
• Ensure that all documentation is in place to go to contract. Prepare contract documents
• Convene, chair and minute progress meetings
• Prepare valuations, organise proper documentation and report costs to client. Manage the completion of the final account.
• Manage, instruct and report on changes / variations.
• Be aware of fee stages and advise Directors when these are reached. Be commercially aware.
• Nurture and develop clients

About you:

• 2-3 years experience with a consultancy, developer or contractor
• The post holder must be a self starter with good interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills are essential for liaison with clients, negotiation with constructors and reporting to senior management.
• The role requires a clear understanding of the learning needs of junior surveyors with the ability to assist in their development and provide motivation where necessary.

On offer:

• Salary ranging from £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working arrangements, minimum of 2 days working in the office
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance

To Apply

To register your interest please follow the steps below to apply or give Cat or Abbie a call 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.

Assistant Site Manager – Timber Frame Location: North Coast Cornwall Employment Type: Permanent Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 + Car Allowance Are you an experienced Assistant Site Manager with a background in housing? We are working with a well-established client looking to bolster their operational team and recruit an experienced Assistant Site Manager who is looking for progression to Site Manager in the very near future. The project will consist of high-quality, timber frame homes in a desirable North Coast Cornwall location. ## The Role Supporting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of site operations and helping to keep the build programme on track Supervising trades, subcontractors, and site teams to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and to programme Supporting the implementation and monitoring of health & safety procedures and site standards Assisting with quality control and ensuring work is completed to the required specification and customer expectations Monitoring progress on site, resolving day-to-day issues, and reporting updates to the Site Manager Liaising with technical, commercial, and wider project teams to support the smooth delivery of the development ## About You Proven experience working as an assistant site manager on timber frame housing developments Background working with housing / contracting Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualified as a minimum ## What’s on Offer * Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 + Car Allowance ## To Apply For a confidential chat, please call Jo or Abbie to discuss the role in more detail or apply as directed. — ## 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.

Site Manager

Location: Truro
Salary: £60,000 – £64,000 + Car allowance
Type: Permanent | Full-Time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Site Manager to lead an upcoming residential build in Truro.

Core Responsibilities

• Take total ownership of day-to-day site operations, managing the build from inception to completion.
• Oversee subcontractors and trades, ensuring adherence to design specifications for disabled adaptations and accessibility features.
• Drive site safety, environmental compliance, and quality standards across all phases of construction.
• Manage site inductions, tool-box talks, RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements), and progress reporting.
• Coordinate material deliveries, scheduling, and sequencing to maintain momentum on a detailed build.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven track record working as a residential Site Manager
• Valid SMSTS and First Aid at Work
• Strong technical understanding of detailed architectural drawings
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities on site.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie Evans on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.

Sphere Solutions are a leading recruitment specialist in the construction and engineering sectors, matching top talent with the region’s leading contractors.

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.

Customer Care Coordinator

Location: Exeter
Salary: Up to £30,000
Type: Permanent

As a Customer Care Coordinator, you will act as the first point of contact for customers who have recently purchased a new build home from the developer. You will support the department in delivering a high-quality, professional service focused on achieving exceptional customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within the Customer Care team.
• Chase subcontractors regarding outstanding defects on a weekly basis.
• Respond to all customer queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure that property defects are logged promptly and accurately.
• Maintain up-to-date records of calls to all new homeowners, reporting any issues immediately to the Sales, Construction, Customer Care teams.
• Provide additional ad hoc administrative and departmental support as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience within the house-building sector in a similar role.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• An approachable, calm, and professional demeanour.
• Competent user of Microsoft Outlook.

Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements upon completion of the probationary period.
• Competitive salary of up to £30,000 depending on experience.
• 26 days annual leave, with the option to purchase additional holiday.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life Assurance and Sharesave scheme.
• Pension scheme, digital GP service, and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Access to the LifeStyle Hub employee discount portal.

Apply Now

To apply, please follow the instructions below or for an informal chat you can call 01752 421888 and ask for Cat or Abbie.

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.

Technical Coordinator

Location: Exeter
Salary: £40,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
Job Type: Permanent

We’re looking for an experienced Technical Coordinator to join an established residential development team. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of the technical delivery of projects and work closely with consultants, design teams and site teams.

The Role

• Coordinate external consultants and design teams
• Manage planning conditions and technical approvals
• Oversee detailed design and working drawings
• Obtain Building Regulations approvals
• Review technical and supplier information
• Resolve technical queries and support site teams

About You

• Experience as a Technical Coordinator or Assistant Technical Coordinator
• Housebuilding or property development experience
• Good understanding of the residential technical process
• Able to manage multiple deadlines and external consultants
• Attained or working towards a professional accreditation with RICS, CIOB, ICE or RIBA

Interested?

To register your interest, please follow the steps below to apply or give Jo or Abbie a call 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.

Site Manager – Housing

Location: North Devon

Salary: Up to £72,000 + Car/Car Allowance

Job Type: Permanent

We’re recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a new residential development in North Devon, delivering high-quality traditional build homes.

This is a great opportunity to join an established housebuilder with a strong benefits package and a long-term pipeline of work.

The Role

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of the development
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors and site teams
• Ensure work is completed safely, on time and to a high standard
• Manage quality, programme and site health & safety
• Work closely with the wider project team to ensure smooth delivery
• Monitor progress and resolve any issues that arise on site

About You

• Previous experience as a Site Manager within housebuilding
• Strong knowledge of traditional build construction
• Experience managing residential developments from start to finish
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications

Benefits

• Salary up to £72,000 + Car/Allowance
• Private medical cover
• 26 days’ holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• And many more!

Interested?

To register your interest, please follow the steps below to apply or give Jo or Abbie a call 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.

Senior Estimator

St Austell

Salary up to £65,000 + Car Allowance

Permanent

The Role

Sphere Solutions are partnering with their client to recruit a Senior Estimator to lead and manage the estimating function of the business. You’ll provide an efficient and commercially focused estimating service, supporting land acquisitions, turnover and profit targets while helping the business remain competitive in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, commercially competitive cost plans and tenders from initial land opportunities through to board approval and contract award.
• Apply appropriate cost rates, assess technical information and continually review abnormal costs, design solutions and budget changes.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate allowances and clear tender clarifications are included.
• Lead tender activities, including obtaining competitive supply chain quotations, chairing tender meetings and supporting tender strategy.
• Provide clear cost reports, workbooks and package information, working collaboratively with Commercial, Land, Technical, Sales and Build teams to support successful project delivery.

Candidate Specification

• HNC or equivalent Level 5 qualification in Building Construction or equivalent.
• Experience working as an Estimator within the housebuilding industry.
• Experience using estimating software.
• Assertive and confident, with strong influencing and negotiation skills and a proven ability to achieve positive outcomes.

On Offer

The role offers a competitive salary, 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, a 10% car allowance and payment of professional membership fees, plus many more benefits.

Interested?

To register your interest, please follow the steps below to apply or give Jo or Abbie a call 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.

Quantity Surveyor

St Austell

Salary up to £57,000 + Car Allowance

Permanent

The Role

Sphere Solutions are partnering with their client to recruit a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to ensure housing projects are delivered profitably and to the required standards of cost, time, quality, safety and environmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective pre- and post-contract commercial support across Major and Minor Works projects.
• Assist with tender preparation, including obtaining competitive subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Manage valuations, variations, payments and contract documentation, ensuring works are properly instructed and recorded.
• Monitor project costs, financial performance, programme and quality, taking action to maintain commercial targets.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, financial regulations, health & safety requirements and statutory obligations, while providing accurate commercial reporting.

Candidate Specification

• HNC or equivalent Level 5 qualification in Building Construction.
• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the housebuilding industry.
• Understanding of the local supply chain.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety requirements.
• Strong commercial awareness with a proven ability to deliver company profit targets.

On Offer

The role offers a competitive salary, 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, a 10% car allowance and payment of professional membership fees, plus many more benefits.

Interested?

To register your interest, please follow the steps below to apply or give Jo or Abbie a call 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.

Senior Development Manager

Location: Cornwall
Salary: £69,000 + Package
Benefits: Car allowance, 27 days’ holiday + bank holidays, pension, healthcare and more

We’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Development Manager to join a growing Pre-Construction team and play a key role in identifying, securing, and progressing residential development opportunities across the South West.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, assess and progress land, development and new business opportunities
• Develop and implement land, pipeline and planning strategies
• Lead feasibility, due diligence, viability and development appraisals
• Assess planning, technical, legal, environmental, market, programme and commercial risks
• Lead and negotiate land acquisitions
• Manage residential schemes through the planning and pre-construction lifecycle, coordinating consultants and internal teams
• Prepare, submit and progress planning applications, including consultation responses, planning conditions, obligations and appeals where required
• Monitor development pipelines, programmes, budgets, appraisals and risks
• Prepare clear appraisals, reports and recommendations for senior management and Board-level decision making

About You

• Degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification in any discipline – planning, construction or development-related discipline preferred
• Experienced residential development professional
• Detailed knowledge of residential development, land acquisition, planning, financial appraisal and funding
• Strong understanding of sales, marketing, new-build construction and development costs

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £69,000
• 10% car allowance
• 27 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Death-in-service benefit
• Healthcare and additional benefits

Apply Today

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.

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.