Senior Design Manager

Location: Bristol
Sector: Construction – Healthcare / High-Tech Projects
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Senior Design Manager – Bristol – Tier 1 Main Contractor – £30m Healthcare Project

Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager looking to take the lead on a technically complex, high-value healthcare scheme in Bristol?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a Tier 1, award-winning main contractor with an exceptional reputation across the UK construction sector. With a strong pipeline of secured work and a well-established regional team, this role offers long-term career stability, progression, and the chance to work on one of the region’s most interesting high-technology health projects.

The Project

You will play a key role on a £30m high-tech healthcare development in Bristol. This scheme involves complex building services coordination, specialist installations, and high-specification design standards, making it a standout project within the South West construction market.

Working within a collaborative and experienced project team, you will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring programme, quality, and compliance targets are achieved.

Senior Design Manager – Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process on a £30m healthcare construction project
• Coordinate consultant teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Drive design programme to meet key project milestones
• Manage risk, compliance, and technical approvals
• Ensure design solutions are practical, cost-effective, and buildable
• Oversee BIM coordination and technical integration
• Support commercial and operational teams throughout delivery

Senior Design Manager – Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager or Design Manager on large construction projects
• Experience delivering healthcare, laboratory, or technically complex schemes preferred
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and construction standards
• Tier 1 or large main contractor experience desirable
• Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills
• Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)

Why Apply?

• Join an award-winning Tier 1 contractor
• Strong secured pipeline of regional projects
• Stable, well-established team environment
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Be part of a technically challenging and career-defining project

This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Design Manager in Bristol to take ownership of a flagship healthcare project within a business known for quality, innovation, and long-term staff retention.

If you are a Senior Design Manager seeking your next challenge in the South West construction market, apply today for a confidential discussion.

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Site Manager / Senior Site Manager – Bristol

Location: Bristol
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + package (DOE)

An award-winning, highly respected main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager to join its established operational team in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a business known for its low staff turnover, strong leadership, and genuine long-term career progression, delivering a diverse portfolio of high-quality construction projects across the Bristol area.

The Role

As a Site Manager / Senior Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of construction sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, to programme, and to the highest quality standards.

Projects vary in size and sector, offering real variety and long-term job security rather than one-off schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Full site management from pre-start through to completion
• Managing site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensuring health & safety compliance at all times
• Maintaining programme, quality, and cost control
• Liaising with clients, consultants, and internal operational teams
• Producing site reports and attending progress meetings
• Driving a positive site culture and high standards of workmanship

About You

You will be an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager with a strong background working for a main contractor.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction projects on site
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage programmes and multiple trades
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid (or willingness to obtain)

Experience across a range of sectors is highly desirable, but attitude, professionalism, and leadership style are just as important.

Why Apply?

• Join an award-winning contractor with an excellent industry reputation
• Strong operational team and supportive management structure
• Low staff turnover – people stay long term
• Clear and realistic career progression opportunities
• Varied projects across Bristol and the surrounding area
• Stable pipeline of work and long-term security

Apply Now

If you’re a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager looking for a long-term role with a high-quality contractor in Bristol, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Apply today to find out more.

Design Coordinator – Bristol

Construction | Design Management | Major Building Project

We are recruiting a Design Coordinator to join a high-performing project team working on a large, flagship building project in the heart of Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in a landmark development while building a long-term career in design management within construction.

Working closely with an experienced Design Manager, you will play a key role in coordinating design information across multiple disciplines, ensuring drawings, specifications and technical details are delivered accurately and on programme.

The Role

As Design Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating design information from architects, consultants and subcontractors
• Supporting the Design Manager in managing the design process from pre-construction through delivery
• Reviewing drawings and technical submissions for coordination and compliance
• Assisting with design meetings, RFIs and design change management
• Helping to ensure design outputs meet programme, quality and buildability requirements

About You

This role would suit someone with:

• A background in architecture, architectural technology, design coordination or construction design management
• Experience working on building or construction projects (main contractor or consultancy environment preferred)
• Strong understanding of technical drawings and design coordination processes
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ambition to progress into a Design Manager role over time

What’s on Offer

• Work on a high-profile, flagship project in central Bristol
• Close mentoring and development alongside an established Design Manager
• Excellent long-term career prospects within a growing project team
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A stable, forward-thinking working environment focused on quality and collaboration

Location

• Bristol (city centre project)

If you are a Design Coordinator or an architectural professional looking to move into construction design management, this is an outstanding opportunity to develop your career on a major Bristol project.

Quantity Surveyor – Construction

Location: Bristol
Salary: Competitive + package
Sector: Commercial Construction / Main Contractor
Project Values: Up to £10 million

Overview

An award-winning construction contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its growing commercial team based in Bristol. The role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of high-quality construction projects typically valued up to £10m, within a business known for its strong values, collaborative culture, and excellent long-term career prospects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to join a stable, well-regarded contractor with a strong pipeline of work and a supportive commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of construction projects from pre-contract through to final account
• Preparation and management of cost plans, budgets, and forecasts
• Procurement of subcontractors and management of subcontract packages
• Valuations, variations, and change control
• Cost reporting and cash flow management
• Final accounts and client liaison
• Working closely with project teams to ensure commercial and contractual compliance

About You

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment
• Strong understanding of commercial management and construction contracts
• Experience delivering projects up to £10m (or similar scale)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a strong commercial team
• Ambitious, professional, and aligned with working for a company with strong values

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work for an award-winning contractor
• Supportive, experienced, and well-structured commercial team
• High-quality, varied projects across the Bristol region
• Excellent long-term career prospects and job security
• Positive company culture and reputation as a great place to work

Apply

If you are a Quantity Surveyor in Bristol looking for a long-term opportunity with a reputable contractor delivering quality projects, this role offers both challenge and progression in a business that genuinely invests in its people.

Contracts Manager – Bristol

Main Contractor | Permanent | Long-Term Career Opportunity

Sphere Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager to join an award-winning, highly respected UK main contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across the Bristol area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven Project Manager or Contracts Manager from a well-known main contractor background who is looking to step into a stable, long-term role with genuine progression prospects.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of 2–3 key projects locally, reporting directly to the Operations Manager. Projects are based within the Bristol region, ensuring a strong work-life balance with minimal travel.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overall management and coordination of multiple construction projects
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards
• Managing Project Managers, site teams and subcontractors
• Maintaining strong client relationships and stakeholder communication
• Overseeing health & safety, commercial performance and programme delivery

About You

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager
• Background working for a recognised main contractor
• Strong leadership, organisational and commercial skills
• Experience delivering projects across multiple sites concurrently
• Based within commutable distance of Bristol

What’s on Offer

• Permanent role with an award-winning construction business
• Strong pipeline of local work
• Excellent long-term career progression
• Supportive senior management and professional working environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

This role would suit an ambitious construction professional looking to join a highly reputable contractor with a strong regional presence and an excellent industry reputation.

To apply or for more information:
Contact Giles Wilson at Sphere Solutions today for a confidential discussion.

MEP Site Manager – Bristol – Long-Term Opportunity

Are you an experienced MEP Site Manager looking for a secure, long-term role with a leading main contractor? We’re seeking a proven MEP professional to join a high-performing team on an exciting Data Centre refurbishment project in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a technically interesting scheme while supporting both the on-site MEP lead and the Senior MEP Project Manager. You’ll play a key role in co-ordinating MEP subcontractors, driving daily progress, ensuring quality, and helping manage multiple packages across the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage MEP subcontractors on site
• Support the Senior MEP PM with planning, delivery and daily coordination
• Assist in managing packages, ensuring programme, quality and cost targets are met
• Maintain strong communication across site teams and stakeholders
• Ensure health & safety standards and compliance are consistently upheld

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced MEP Site Manager with a strong all-round technical background
• Proven track record on long-term roles with well-known regional or national contractors
• Experience in data centres, commercial, industrial or similar complex MEP environments
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent attention to detail

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on a uniquely challenging and rewarding Data Centre refurbishment
• Long-term pipeline of work with a highly secure, award-winning business
• Supportive team environment with genuine career progression
• Bristol-based role with longevity and stability

If you’re a committed MEP professional looking for your next step in Bristol, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Bid Manager – Major Construction Projects | South West & Wales

Location: Bristol (with travel across South West & Wales)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Sector: Construction Consultancy / Bids & Proposals

Are you an experienced Bid Manager with a strong background in the construction industry? Do you excel in producing winning submissions and leading high-value bid processes? We’re working with an established international consultancy – highly regarded, award-winning, and renowned for investing in career development – to recruit a talented Bid Manager to join their growing team.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing major bid opportunities across the South West and Wales, working closely with technical teams, stakeholders and clients to coordinate compelling, high-quality proposals. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact and progress your career with a business known for its supportive culture and progression pathways.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end bid process for major construction projects
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to gather technical content and develop high-quality submissions
• Produce clear, professional and visually engaging proposals using Adobe Creative Suite / InDesign
• Manage deadlines, bid schedules, and ensure submissions are compliant and delivered on time
• Develop innovative content and strengthen bid strategy to maximise win rate
• Support continuous improvement within the bid function

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience working in a Bid Manager / Bid Writer role within construction
• Strong understanding of tender processes and documentation
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite / InDesign
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple deadlines and lead on complex bids
• Collaborative communicator with strong attention to detail
• Ambitious, proactive and eager to progress

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects across the region
• Clear progression path within a global, forward-thinking consultancy
• Award-winning culture that values people, development and wellbeing
• Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits package

If you’re an experienced Bid professional looking for a fresh challenge within a business that truly values its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Giles Wilson – Sphere Solutions for a confidential conversation.

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Tier 1 Main Contractor

Bristol, South West
Permanent | Excellent Salary + Package

Are you a seasoned Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to take the lead on high-profile public sector projects? Our client, a highly respected and award-winning Tier 1 main contractor, is looking to strengthen their commercial team in Bristol due to continued growth and a robust pipeline of secured work.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering complex projects across defence, justice, healthcare, and infrastructure sectors. In this role, you’ll play a key part in the successful commercial delivery of MOD and MOJ framework projects across the South West region.

About the Company

• Leading Tier 1 national contractor with a long-standing presence in the South West
• Multi award-winning, diverse project portfolio
• Strong commitment to quality, innovation, and employee development
• Consistently high staff retention and career progression opportunities

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of key MOD and MOJ projects from pre-construction through to final account
• Oversee procurement strategies, contract administration, and cost reporting
• Mentor and manage junior commercial team members
• Ensure project profitability through rigorous cost control and value engineering
• Build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Contribute to strategic planning and commercial decision-making at project and regional level

What We’re Looking For

• Solid track record with a Tier 1 or major main contractor
• Strong experience on public sector frameworks – MOD/MOJ projects desirable
• Highly proficient in NEC and/or JCT contracts
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills
• Based in the South West with flexibility to travel to sites across the region

What’s on Offer

• Work for one of the industry’s most respected contractors
• Significant responsibility on high-value, long-term public sector frameworks
• Excellent salary and benefits package
• Long-term job security with a healthy and diverse pipeline of work
• Genuine opportunities for future progression to Managing QS or Commercial Manager level

Interested?
Apply now for a confidential discussion about this opportunity or contact us to learn more.

Commercial Director – Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor – Bristol

Location: Bristol
Sector: Construction / Main Contracting
Salary: Competitive executive package
Job Type: Permanent
Recruiter: Giles Wilson – Sphere Solutions

The Opportunity

Sphere Solutions are currently recruiting for a Commercial Director to join a market-leading Tier 1 main contractor based in Bristol.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial professional looking to take a strategic leadership role within a highly respected construction business.

As Commercial Director, you will lead the commercial function across a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring robust commercial management and strategic oversight. You will drive performance, develop a high-performing commercial team, and ensure profitability and client satisfaction across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic commercial leadership across all projects and frameworks
• Manage and mentor the commercial team, promoting best practice and professional development
• Oversee cost management, contracts, and risk across the business unit
• Work closely with the senior leadership team to drive business growth and profitability
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, supply chain partners, and stakeholders

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Commercial Director or Senior Commercial Manager within a Tier 1 main contractor
• Strong background in major construction or infrastructure projects
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of NEC and JCT contracts

Why Apply?

• Join a market-leading contractor with an outstanding reputation for quality and innovation
• Senior-level role offering influence, autonomy, and progression within a forward-thinking business
• Excellent remuneration and executive benefits package

If you’re an experienced commercial leader seeking your next challenge with a Tier 1 contractor, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Giles Wilson at Sphere Solutions for a confidential discussion.