With quality and delivery at the heart of everything they do, this housebuilder is different from the rest and prides itself on the high-quality homes they build.

• Exeter
• Permanent
• £55,000 & Package

They have an exciting opportunity for a Planner to join their friendly team in Exeter.

About the role….

• Take responsibility for delivering profitable development opportunities to meet targets and programmes
• Progress and manage the planning processes
• Provide town planning advice
• Assess planning risks prior to land purchase, considering all planning issues and investigating to quantify any risks
• Liaise with in-house or external architects
• Prepare project development assessments

Please note that the above is just a small snippet of the job, a full job description can be sent on request.

This is a permanent and full-time role, offering a starting salary of £55,000 & package.

This is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications.

Suitable candidates will possess the following:

• Relevant and recent experience in a similar role within housing
• Member of the RTPI of degree level in T&C planning

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.

Working from their regional office in Exeter, alongside the commercial team, you will work across a number of sites within the region.

• Permanent / Full Time
• Exeter
• £45,000-£55,000 + Benefits

You will report to a Senior Quantity Surveyor and a wider commercial team to provide commercial support to the effective construction of residential developments.

The role will encompass all aspects of surveying:

• Taking projects from conception through to completion
• You will be a good negotiator and able to source materials, labour and plant
• Build positive working relationships with the supply chain
• You will make subcontractor payments, financial valuations and forecast financial valuations and produce month-end cost reports.
• Assist with additional ad-hoc commercial functions within the department

Suitable candidates must have the following:

• At least 4 years experience working with a house builder
• Experience using COINS
• Industry-related qualification is preferred
• Must be able to work effectively within a well-structured team

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.

My client, a national house builder, are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a large new build development in Bridport.

• Bridport
• £75,000-£85,000 & package
• Permanent

You will be responsible for the commercial and surveying responsibilities for this large site. Managing costs, ensuring targets are met and having the ability to show absolute cost and value reconciliation.

General responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining all cost control procedures including managing and controlling the budget and valuations
• Be able to control all commercial tasks and responsibilities on large sites in excess of 500 units
• Compile site start budgets and manage budget control throughout the development
• Complete accurate costing for each aspect of site development, analysing and reporting on costs and cash flow
• General commercial administration, taking direction from Managing Surveyor and/or Commercial Manager

Suitable candidates will possess the following:

• Qualified to HND level or higher
• Proven track record in a similar role with a house builder
• Must have a sound understanding of the current market conditions, building regulations, NHBC and Health & Safety requirements
• Strong IT Skills, working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment and software

In return:

• Competitive salary up to £85,000 depending on experience
• Car allowance or company car
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Annual medical health assessment
• Enhanced annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced family-friendly policies

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 am working with a regional house builder to recruit a Legacy Contracts Manager.

• Fixed term to Permanent
• Exeter

You will review legacy sites with long-standing contractual issues that need to be rectified. Once defects are identified, you will need to liaise with the supply chain or appoint new contractors to carry out the work.

This role would be suitable for an experienced house building senior manager with knowledge of new build regulations, defects and general sub-contract awareness.

Additionally, an element of relationship building will be required with new and assisting Housing Associations connected to the business, to create long-standing partnerships moving forward.

• This is initially a 6-12 month fixed term contract, with the possibility of turning into a permanent role depending on the extent of the workload.
• On offer is a salary circa £55,000-£65,000 depending on experience, Car allowance and mileage paid.
• Sites will be across the Western region, including Cornwall, Plymouth, Exeter & South Wales.

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.

You will manage the construction of a large timber frame development, with an Assistant reporting to you.

• Newquay
• £70,000-£75,000 & package
• Permanent

You will ensure that targets are met regarding Health & Safety and keep a close on the quality, customer care and cost across the site.

To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

• A proven background working to an established build programme, managing key priorities and dealing with some unexpected challenges on site.
• In-depth knowledge of all aspects of house building, particularly timber frame.
• Must be able to deal with customers and potential customers in all aspects of the build.
• NVQ 5 in Construction Management, SMSTS, CSCS card & First Aid at Work.

On offer:

• Salary paying up to £75,000 for the “perfect candidate”
• Car Allowance or Company Car
• Competitive Bonus scheme
• Private Medical Cover
• Annual leave
• Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits

For an informal discussion please call Abbie 07736 455560 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 looking to recruit a Technical Co-Ordinator for a regional housing developer

• Plymouth
• £46,000-£53,000 
• Car Allowance

If you have experience working within house building or practice and enjoy the co-ordination of technical / design information, please read on.

The role will be varied, and you will be tasked with coordinating key design information and working drawing packages to enable the development to be built as intended and to obtain all necessary technical approvals. You will coordinate RIBA stages 2 – 5, assisting in interpreting technical drawings, plans and paperwork, and ensuring all technical and design information is in place. Building predominantly in timber frame, you will have an understanding of modern house building methods.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate technical and design information, both architectural and engineering
• Oversee the NHBC/LABC/Building Regulations applications for approval
• Ensure that working drawings are in accordance with the approved planning scheme, and ensure timely discharge of planning conditions
• Design reviews with site teams and external consultants, ensuring all information is present and correct.

Suitable candidates:

• Experience working with a housing developer or from a structural engineering background
• HND/ONC in Design, Construction or Civil Engineering
• Knowledge and understanding of modern house building methods in particular timber frame
• Excellent communicator, with high attention to detail
• Full driving license – sites across Devon & Cornwall
• CSCS card is advantageous but not essential

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or 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.

I’m looking for a Senior Site Manager!

• Newton Abbot
• Permanent

Responsible to the Contract Manager, you will join the company to finish off a small amount of units on one site, and then join a brand new site down the road.

You will manage the construction of the development, including all associated pre and post-housebuilding works. You will ensure that targets are met regarding Health & Safety and keep a close on the quality, customer care and cost across the site.

To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

• A proven background working to an established build programme, managing key priorities and dealing with some unexpected challenges on site.
• In-depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and house building.
• Must be able to deal with customers and potential customers in all aspects of the build.
• NVQ 5 in Construction Management, SMSTS, CSCS card & First Aid at Work.

On offer:

• Salary paying up to £74,000 for the “perfect candidate”
• Car Allowance or Company Car
• Competitive Bonus scheme
• Private Medical Cover
• 26 days annual leave & bank holidays
• Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or 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.

Sphere Solutions is working in partnership with an award-winning housing developer to recruit a well-versed Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work across the Plymouth area.

• Plymouth
• Devon
• Permanent

Playing an integral part of the team, you will report to the Commercial Manager and work closely with a Senior QS to assist in the commercial delivery of developments within the Plymouth area.

You will assist with cost management, from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. You will attend site pre-start meetings, assist with the compiling of tender packages, process invoices and applications and much more. Previous experience with a main contractor, sub-contractor or housing developer carrying out similar duties is essential.

Suitable candidates will possess the following:

• HNC/Degree qualified ideally
• Must have a good understanding and knowledge of construction methods and materials.
• Good MS Office and COINS experience would be preferred.
• Proven experience within this role is essential.

On offer:

• Competitive salary, that reflects your experience and qualifications
• Company Car or Allowance
• Very impressive annual leave scheme
• Annual Bonus
• Private Healthcare

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.

I am seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Architectural Technician to join an in-house design team.

• Camborne, Cornwall
• Permanent

You will be reporting to a Design Manager, you will assist in both the design and development of housing schemes.
You will work closely with the development team and external consultants to create detailed drawings using AutoCAD. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in residential projects, dealing with planning and building control submissions, but also has good proven design input into residential projects.

The role:

• Create architectural working drawings / keep abreast of building regulations
• Ensure Building Control consent is achieved, update the tracker & documents submitted
• Assist in obtaining technical approval / legal progress for S278, S38 and S104 agreements
• Prepare planning applications to secure implementable persimmon
• Discharge planning updates
• Ensure SAP design energy assessments are provided pre-commencement
• Assist with bespoke design requirements and preparation of construction documents

I am seeking someone with a positive flexible approach to assist in producing the required information to construct high-quality homes across Cornwall.
If you have experience in a similar, with good CAD skills and updated knowledge of building regulation and planning please do get in touch.
Offering a flexible working approach and a great working environment this is a unique opportunity to join an award-winning team.

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.

Sphere Solutions is working with a respected housebuilder to recruit an experienced Site Manager to join a site in West Cornwall.

• New Build Housing
• Penzance, Cornwall
• Permanent

This is a great opportunity to join a long-standing multi-phased site, where you can make it your own, striving for award-winning status.

You will take day-to-day responsibility for the construction of this development, including all associated subcontract packages, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customer care, and cost.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring HSE compliance on-site at all times, including NHBC standards, building regulations and overall quality standards
• Co-ordinating labour and sub-contractor resources
• Initiating and attending plot inspections
• With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed

Suitable candidates will possess the following:

• Extensive house building experience, with at least 5 years experience as a Site Manager
• Demonstrate good leadership skills, ensuring delivery of the highest quality.
• In-depth knowledge of both traditional and modern construction methods
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid at Work – will consider both a trade and academic background providing evidence of volume house building and longevity with previous employers
• Due to the location, good knowledge of the Cornish supply chain is essential

Package:

• On offer is a competitive salary
• Car allowance or company car
• Pension
• Annual bonus, performance-based

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.