Our client is a global construction consultancy that operates via a network of regional offices.

• Bristol and Cardiff
• Permanent

Both of these offices have been well established over the last 15 years and continue to be extremely busy.

They operate across various industry areas, and in particular, are very busy within the Data Centre sector, working on several major data centre developments across Bristol and South Wales.

Due to this, they have approached us with the requirement to recruit several experienced M&E-biased Quantity Surveyors. Roles and responsibilities may include:

• Providing a strategic review of commercial model and contract
• Contract administration
• Providing review and advice on the commercial impact of all contract matters including proposed changes to requirements and works information.
• Adjudicating and providing advice on the contractual entitlement of Compensation Events
• Managing Change and Risk through EWN’s and CE’s
• Approval of key Subcontracts, the production of project reports
• Providing review of proposed procurement strategies and advice on all supply chain matters
• Reviewing and providing recommendations on the approval of subcontract tender reports
• Processing Applications for Payment
• Adjudicating and providing advice on Quotations for Compensation Events
• Attending/leading Commercial / Contract meetings
• Comply with Quality Management Systems, processes and procedures.

Candidates will either come from a consultancy, main contractor or specialist M&E Contractor background and reside within the Bristol or Cardiff/South Wales area in particular.

On offer is the opportunity to work with a global market-leading business that can offer genuine long-term career development.

For an informal discussion please call Giles on 07525 595 460 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. We offer bespoke, discreet, and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

I’m currently recruiting for a Project Manager, to work for a company made up of 10 local authorities in South East Wales,

• Project Manager
• Aberthaw – South Wales
• £70k – £75k

Our client are developing the old Aberthaw Power Station. The project is 6 months in with another 2 ½ years to run. With the future development opportunity on the site (data centres etc..) there could be 10 years of work in total.

The planning for this former power station based at Aberthaw in the Vale of Glamorgan represents a game-changing opportunity to reset the CCR economy and green energy needs of the entire Southeast Wales region.

Our client will lead the demolition, remediation, and future development of the site. The demolition procurement is now in the final stages and will commence this year. The new site masterplan for the redevelopment, which will commence with the remediation of the site and early reclamation of the PFA, will seek to:

• Support the production of renewable and green energy projects;
• Provide an accompanying battery storage facility to support the green energy projects
• Support a net zero-carbon manufacturing cluster which will include green hydrogen production facilities;
• Help develop a green energy innovation centre to promote innovation, growth, knowledge and community interaction with the zero-carbon future of Wales;
• Be responsible for the development and maintenance of a bio-diverse ecology park which will include a visitor centre, providing amenities to the local community; and
• Create the correct conditions to support industrial de-carbonisation and future giga-plant facilities.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Ideally lives locally in the area
• Experienced in managing programmes and demonstrating the foresight to manage development sites
• Ability to produce programmes of work
• Energy & Renewables experience (preferred) but will look at candidates with civils, build, resi experience

Salary:

• Salary £70-£75k + up to 20% pension contribution.
• The role is not site-based, more hybrid – spending 1-2 days max per week down at Aberthaw.

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.

We are looking to appoint a Foreman for the A465.

• South Wales – Highways
• Competitive salary + benefits package
• Permanent

The post holder will be accountable for delivering a section of the Dualling of the A465 Areas 5 & 6. The job holder will take full responsibility for the supervision of labour, plant and sub-contractor within their section of work. They will also ensure the management and quality aspects of the project meet the client’s and company’s performance expectations.

Take responsibility for ensuring the highest possible environment and health and safety standards are adhered to at all times.

Reporting to: Project Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Set a personal example and promote best practices in safety, quality and environment.
• Supervision of sub-contractors
• Able to read drawings and construct them, work to a program and keep written (and preferably electronic) records.
• Communicate with all site teams including engineers, QS’s, safety officers and clerk of works to ensure full understanding of information.
• Monitor and control labour, plant and materials.
• Ensure daily diaries and allocation sheets are up to date.
• Implement and promote safe systems of work and overall activities.
• Contribute to the program through the line manager.
• Work with engineers on setting out information and details of technical information, contributing to the preparation of method statements.
• Attend and contribute to weekly meetings with the site team regarding safety, progress, expenditure, costs and program.
• Ensure toolbox talks, safety alerts and method statement briefings are carried out.
• Ensure all statutory weekly or daily inspections are carried out e.g. weekly safety and environment tours.
• Assist development of the workforce and identify training requirements.
• Ensure a high standard of quality on the works to at least meet the specification requirements.

Specific Safety Responsibilities

• To take reasonable care for the safety of themselves and of any other person who may be affected by what they do or fail to do at work.
• To co-operate with their employers or any other persons in the performance of their statutory duties.
• Not to misuse or interfere with anything provided in the interests of health, safety or welfare.
• Have the ability to evaluate safety practices and procedures to recommend methods of improvement.

The Candidate:

• Previous experience working on large highway schemes.
• Relevant CSCS & SMSTS cards and First Aid Certificate
• Experience managing a team of labourers and semi-skilled workers.
• Ability to influence and persuade others to build working relationships with both internal and external customers at all levels.
• Flexible approach with an ability to adapt to tight and often changing deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise and organise own workload and that of others with a collaborative approach to work.
• Understanding of health & safety legislation concerning a construction site.
• Infrastructure/Highways construction background is essential.

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 recruiting a Tender Enquiries manager to work for a large civil engineering contractor in South Wales.

• Hirwaun
• Competitive Salary + benefits package
• Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will be vital in reviewing client tender documentation, producing tender enquiries, coordinating with our internal buying department and fostering key supply chain relationships.

Qualifications:

• This role requires working effectively to meet deadlines, collaborating closely with the lead estimator, and maintaining comprehensive records of supplier information and communication logs.

Benefits:

• A competitive Salary, Pensions and Life Cover will be payable

Location:

• Various – HQ Hirwaun, Avonmouth, Flexible & Hybrid Working Arrangements Operational Area: Wales and the South West Department: Pre-Construction Team – Work Winning

Role Details:

• Highways & Transportation
• Development
• Energy
• Operational Status: Technical

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 recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to work for a family-owned civil engineering company in South Wales

• South Wales (Civils & Groundworks)
• Competitive salary + benefits package
• Permanent

 

Our client delivers service excellence, efficiency and compliance across the Construction and Waste sector specialising in the following sectors:

• Groundworks
• Waste Management
• Construction
• Demolition
• Transport & Plant hire

 

They are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• 3-5 years civils and groundworks experience
• Ideally degree qualified or relevant HNC
• Ideally resides locally to the area
• NEC experience
• Full UK driver’s license

 

Responsibilities:

• Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates for projects, considering materials, labor, and equipment.
• Procurement: Source and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure cost-effective procurement of materials and services.
• Budget Management: Monitor project budgets and expenditures to ensure projects are completed within financial constraints.
• Contract Management: Review and administer contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks related to costs, contracts, and project delivery.
• Quantity Measurement: Measure and assess quantities of materials required for projects.
• Cost Control: Implement cost control measures to optimize project profitability.
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports on project finances, including cost forecasts and variances.
• Liaison: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.

 

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 currently recruiting for a Graduate/Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Cardiff
• £30k – £35k + package
• Permanent

Our client specialises in the following sectors:

• Residential (apartment projects, including private and student accommodation)
• Commercial
• Health
• Education
• Public
• Hotel & Leisure
• Industrial and Infrastructure

They provide the following supply and install services for carpentry and joinery packages:

• Doorsets and ironmongery, including all aspects of fire, acoustic and security requirements
• Bespoke joinery, such as wall panelling and reception areas
• Skirting, architraves, window boards, stair stringers
• Glazed screens
• Furniture, wardrobes, cabinets, vanity units
• Reception desks, fixed seating and feature walls
• Timber flooring
• Staircases, kitchens and miscellaneous joinery requirement

They are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Ideally degree qualified and graduated
• Resides locally in the area and has a full driver’s license
• Preferably some JCT experience but not essential
• Post-graduate construction experience (preferable)
• Motivated and eager to learn and progress

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.

The Procurement Assistant will play a key role in the Project’s sourcing capabilities and supply chain

• Cardiff
• Permanent salary + benefits package

The role holder will be responsible for finding and evaluating suppliers, products, and services, and acquiring the most cost-efficient and timely deals without compromising on quality.

Benefits:

• 34 days Holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access professional support when needed.
• Life Assurance (4x annual salary): Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Pension Scheme: Secure your financial future.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability.
• Eye Care Vouchers: Covering tests and glasses, including safety eyewear.
• Annual Health Checks: Regular health assessments with Randox Health, including half-yearly check-ins.
• Enhanced Annual Leave: Enjoy additional time off.
• Company-Funded Training and Accreditations: Invest in your professional growth.
• Lighthouse Club Membership: Connect with industry peers.
• Tech Purchase Scheme: Access the latest technology.
• Discount Shopping Vouchers: Save on everyday purchases.
• Wellness Voucher Programme: Prioritize your well-being.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing a purchasing strategy for the project, in alignment with the Company’s business strategy.
• Challenge, enhance and standardise existing procurement practices to ensure conformity of approach, generate economies of scale and deliver better value for money.
• Procure suppliers, including negotiating and agreeing on contract terms and conditions and ensure suppliers are following the relevant project requirements, using the relevant standards and contract technical specifications requirements.
• Ensure suppliers are following all relevant employer, legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure purchase orders are prepared and monitored in accordance with the Contract and Project Quality Management System requirements.
• Provide the necessary liaison and coordination between the Financial and Commercial Departments and any other relevant departments on the project.
• Coordinate interfaces with other department managers and with stakeholders, vendors, suppliers and subcontractors and prepare the prequalification documents, the material approval submittals and the equivalent alternative proposal when required and liaise with applicable legal and regulatory entities and follow the BREEAM requirements.

Essential Criteria:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management / Engineering or equivalent and a minimum of 2 -3 years of Procurement or Buying experience in a similar role.

In addition to the above:

• Accreditation from a Supply Chain industry organisation (CIPS or equivalent) and experience of procurement in building projects.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills with an ability to communicate with people across a wide range of business functions.
• Excellent influencing and negotiating skills, with the capacity to wield authority and secure best value outcomes.
• Experience in shaping both the procurement and commercial strategy of the organisation.
• Knowledge of procurement procedures and practices, including aspects of negotiation and contract law, as well as a dexterity in reading the market.
• Proven experience in the development and implementation of procurement and supply chain tools, techniques and practices.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering results and achieving cost savings and improvements in other supply chain metrics.
• Proven capability in ensuring working capital levels are in line with business plans.
• Proficient with computer software, including the Microsoft Office suite, in particular with Outlook and Excel.

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.

We are looking for a Senior Setting Out Engineer

• Cardiff
• £55k – £65k + package

Role Purpose:

The Senior Site Engineer’s role is managing different parts of construction projects, supervising crew members, preparing estimates for time and material costs, completing quality assurance, observing health and safety standards and ensuring these are upheld, and compiling reports for different stakeholders.

The project involves the design, construction, finance, and maintenance of the New Velindre Cancer Centre which will be situated on a greenfield site, owned by the Trust, at Whitchurch, North Cardiff. The project is being procured through the Welsh Government’s Mutual Investment Model (“MIM”) which is a specific model for procuring public-private partnerships in Wales.

This is a super opportunity for a suitably qualified practitioner to join an innovative and successful project development team. The role would suit an energetic, early career engineer committed to the highest standards of construction delivery; an engineer who is interested in the wider aspects of project development such as community benefits and who can develop lasting relationships with the Trust, stakeholders and the local community.

Responsibilities:

• Support the ProjectCo General Manager and Project Manager
• Work with Trust, stakeholders, local community and design team, construction team and hard FM team
• Work with ProjectCo specialists and experts through construction
• Oversight of the program for design, construction, and commissioning activity for the works, ensuring the quality of work and a safe site.
• Responsible for assisting the PM in the execution of all tasks directly related to project monitoring and construction execution related to his area of knowledge.
• Technical installations design monitoring
• Monitor the progress of the works against the construction programme
• Manage key information requirements within the Project Agreement/contract documents
• A focus on the monitoring of the sustainability aspects of the project such as the delivery of a BREEAM excellent hospital
• Monitoring of equipment solution
• Monitoring of energy solutions and achievement of the design & construction energy target (DCET)
• Monitor BIM process as described in the BIM protocol and BIM execution plan
• Document control/communication and management of meetings, agendas, minutes, and action points
• Support PM / independent tester liaison

Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role including Health building and or technical construction experience
• Cardiff-based or local to Cardiff
• Based on the construction site.
• Hot desk/hybrid working during the operational phase
• Health building and or technical construction experience
• Ability to implement a community benefits programme and manage the project website
• Contribute to the successful delivery of the new Velindre Cancer Centre
• Enthusiastic and able to motivate the wider team working closely with the ProjectCo General Manager and Project Manager

OR

• At least 10 years of experience in a similar role including Healthcare experience.

Desirable:

• Welsh speaker (for local community interaction and translation work)
• PPP experience and First aid qualification
• Knowledge of the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
• Commitment to becoming involved with local community interaction and community benefits
• Knowledge of the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001

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 currently recruiting for a supervisor, to work for a large overseas contractor on the new Velindre Cancer Centre on a permanent contract.

• Cardiff
• £45K – £50K + Package

Role Purpose:

The role of Site Supervisor Structures & Landscape will report to the project’s Works Manager. Will be to coordinate construction operations and oversee workers within their package of work. The role holder will be responsible for the day-to-day running of their work package and for ensuring work is carried out safely in accordance with the latest drawings, specifications, and programmes.

Role Responsibilities:

• Engage with the workforce, supply chain and other stakeholders to assist in achieving both the projects and corporate health and safety targets and objectives.
• Follow instructions from the Works Manager and report to him.
• Prepare and provide work permits for daily tasks that may require it.
• Ensure that those employed on their work packages have the requisite levels of competency to undertake their roles and tasks.
• Lead supervisory meetings and forums for their own work packages and keep their workforce and supply chain updated with current information and requirements.
• Provide feedback from the workforce and supply chain to the project’s leadership.
• Ensure that their work packages are conducted in accordance with the Company’s procedures and standards and that safe systems of work are produced and approved prior to starting work.
• Manage the use of appropriate plant, tools and equipment, ensuring that it is fit for purpose and inspected, maintained and quarantined as appropriate.
• Manage the supply chain within their work packages on a daily basis, coordinating their works and interfaces.
• Ensure that emergency response resources are readily available and that workers understand the requirements of the emergency plans.
• Ensure that all incidents are reported appropriately, assist with incident investigations and preserve environments, locations or evidence that may be needed for incident investigation.

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum experience of 5 years in a similar role;
• CSCS card – Supervisor (Gold) or Manager (Black)
• CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspection card (if inspecting Basic Scaffolding)
• CITB Site Manager Safety Training Scheme SMSTS qualification if involved with supervising Temporary Works:
• CITB Temporary Works Supervisor qualification
• Relevant experience and knowledge of the nature and complexity of the work they are being appointed to supervise (e.g. earth support, scaffolding, formwork, falsework, etc).
• if involved with supervising Lifting Operations: CPCS or NPORS Crane/Lifting Supervisor card
• Relevant experience and knowledge of the nature and complexity of the lifting operations they are being appointed to supervise (basic, intermediate or complex lifts with tower cranes, mobile cranes or non-cranes (excavators, telehandlers, hoists, MEWPs, etc)).
• Relevant experience and knowledge of the nature and complexity of the plant and equipment operations they are being appointed to supervise if involved with supervising plant and vehicle movements:
• Relevant experience and knowledge of the nature and complexity of the types of works at a height they are being appointed to supervise (e.g. on or from scaffolding, hoists, towers, low-level platforms, rope access, etc).

In addition to the above:

• Ability to assume responsibilities for decision-making on-site
• Excellent verbal, oral, and written communication skills
• Knowledge of the relevant structures and civil engineering statutory procedures with particular reference to Health and Safety
• Proficient with MS Office, in particular Excel.

Desirable Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering or equivalent
• Knowledge of the Spanish and/or Portuguese Language.
• Knowledge of the ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
• Being fully aware of and actively complying with Sacyr’s policies and procedures relevant to your own responsibilities and to corporate policies and procedures including equality, sustainability and the environment, health and safety and data protection

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 currently recruiting for a logistics manager to work for a large contractor at the Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff.

• Cardiff
• £55k – £65k plus package

Role Purpose:

The Logistics Manager is responsible for the coordination of the collection of waste, transportation to its due skips, ensuring the proper segregation of the waste and managing their authorized disposal out of the project. The role holder is required to develop and maintain robust relationships with suppliers, vendors, manufacturers and retailers and manage the entire order cycle to ensure project operations run smoothly and that materials and equipment are managed efficiently.

Role Responsibilities:

• Negotiate, agree and manage contracts with suppliers, vendors, manufacturers and retailers.
• Plan and organise shipments, and transportation out of the site.
• Organize the labours appointed to support him in his duties.
• Plan and resolve issues regarding waste management.
• Operate IT systems to manage timings, costs and stock levels.
• Coordinate the work with the logistics manager for deliveries and liftings.
• Report to the works manager.
• Work with procurement and commercial teams on product selection as required. Plan and analyse budgets and expenditures.
• Plan and oversee future stages. Oversee logistics and transport services.
• Plan and analyse budgets and expenditures.
• Comply with all legislation regulations and company policies.
• Analyse data to assess performance, discover logistical problems and devise plans for improvements..
• Ensure health and safety, quality and environmental standards are followed and adhered to.
• Liaise with client representatives in a professional manner with regard to quality, safety and environmental monitoring.
• Leading the collaboration intent and charter with the wider project team, in all aspects of the project.
• Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, and costs to optimise efficiency.

Essential Criteria:

• Bachelors/Masters Degree in Engineering/ Manufacturing, Logistics / Supply Chain or equivalent qualification.
• CSCS Card – Professionally Qualified Person (White) or Construction Manager (Black)
• 10 years’ experience in a similar role (Logistics Management within the Construction/ Engineering industry).

In addition to the above:

• Proven record of successful distribution and logistics management.
• Proficient in standard logistics software.
• Attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Logistics Management System Implementation and Auditing.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Software packages: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple items..
• Excellent ability to negotiate to achieve the best price from suppliers.
• Establish, manage and monitor standards, processes, communications, training and systems to ensure all responsibilities associated with Logistics requirements within the organisation are adhered to.

Desirable Criteria:

• Extensive Construction knowledge.Membership of a related professional body e.g. Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)10+ years’ experience in a similar role (Logistics Management within Construction/ Engineering industry).Knowledge of the Spanish and/or Portuguese Language.
• Knowledge of the ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001

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.