Electrical Contracts Manager
Mechanical Contracts Manager
Sales Coordinator
Quantity Surveyor
Building Services Manager
Groundworks Foreman
Senior Planner
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Estimating Manager
Quantity Surveyor
Senior Electrical Contracts Manager – Plymouth
About the Role
We are seeking an accomplished Senior Electrical Contracts Manager to lead the electrical delivery of a flagship £48 million MEP healthcare project in Plymouth.
This is a high-profile leadership position where you will take ownership of all electrical delivery within a major MEP scheme. You’ll be responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant project execution — on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the electrical elements of a complex MEP contract from planning to completion.
- Develop and manage project programmes, coordinating with M&E teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
- Oversee resource planning, including labour, plant, and materials.
- Ensure all electrical installations meet BS 7671 Wiring Regulations and other compliance standards.
- Conduct inspections, audits, and quality checks to maintain the highest standards.
- Manage budgets, costs, and forecasts while producing accurate progress reports.
- Take a proactive approach to risk management and mitigation.
- Act as the primary client interface, providing regular updates and building strong relationships.
- Lead, mentor, and motivate electrical engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
About You
- Extensive experience in electrical engineering and project management, ideally within large-scale MEP or healthcare projects.
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, standards, and industry regulations.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with proven success on high-value schemes.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement ability.
- Detail-focused with a proactive approach to safety, compliance, and quality control.
Qualifications
- 236 Part 1 & 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
- City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection & Testing.
- JIB Gold Card (Approved Electrician status).
- SSSTS or SMSTS – essential.
- PMP / PRINCE2 project management accreditation – desirable.
Salary & Benefits
- £70,000 – £85,000 basic salary depending on experience.
- Choice of electric car or £5,500 car allowance.
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus 5 days carers leave.
- Option to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave.
- Private healthcare (family cover).
- Life insurance.
- Pension 5% employer / 5% employee.
- Reward schemes and share save options.
- Secure, long-term opportunity on a project running until 2028.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Senior Electrical Contracts Manager seeking your next career-defining role on a landmark healthcare project, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Cat or Jo on 01752 421888 for a confidential discussion.
Senior Mechanical Contracts Manager – Plymouth
About the Role
We are recruiting for a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Contracts Manager to take a leading role in delivering the mechanical elements of a multimillion-pound flagship project in Plymouth.
This is a senior position within a Tier 1 contractor environment, where you’ll oversee mechanical packages from planning through to handover, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all mechanical aspects of a major MEP project, ensuring budgets, quality, and deadlines are met.
- Develop and manage detailed project programmes, coordinating with other disciplines and subcontractors.
- Monitor resources, labour, plant, and materials to optimise efficiency.
- Ensure full health & safety compliance across all mechanical operations.
- Conduct quality checks and audits to meet industry and client standards.
- Provide financial oversight including cost reporting, forecasting, and subcontractor management.
- Act as a key client liaison, building strong relationships and providing regular progress updates.
- Lead, mentor, and motivate project teams including engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors.
About You
- Circa 10+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering and project management, ideally on large-scale MEP projects.
- Previous healthcare project experience desirable.
- Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4).
- Excellent leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management experience.
- Detail-focused, with a proven ability to deliver to the highest compliance and technical standards.
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering Services (minimum).
- City & Guilds 6188 – Heating and Ventilating (Industrial & Commercial Systems).
- CSCS Card – Managerial/Professionally Qualified.
- SSSTS or SMSTS is essential.
- Additional qualifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or NEC contract training are advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
- £70,000 – £85,000 basic salary (dependent on experience).
- Choice of electric car or £5,500 car allowance.
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus 5 days carers leave.
- Option to purchase an additional 5 days’ annual leave.
- Private healthcare for you and your family.
- Life insurance.
- Pension 5% employer / 5% employee.
- Reward schemes and share save options.
- Long-term career opportunity on a project running until 2028.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Senior Mechanical Contracts Manager looking to join a Tier 1 contractor on a prestigious healthcare scheme in the South West, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Cat or Jo on 01752 421888 for a confidential discussion.
Sales Coordinator
Location: Exeter
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: £35,000
We are seeking a Sales Coordinator to join a well-established housing contractor. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and customer-focused professional who wants to play a vital role in the delivery of new homes.
As a Sales Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the sales progression process from initial reservation through to legal completion. This position also involves providing administrative support to the Sales Department, including maintaining accurate records, collating sales data, and preparing reports for the Head of Sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage property sales progression from reservation to completion.
- Liaise with solicitors, mortgage providers, customers, and internal teams.
- Deliver excellent customer service and regular updates throughout the sales process.
- Prepare and maintain accurate sales documentation and records.
- Collate weekly, monthly, and annual sales data and produce reports.
- Support the wider Sales and Customer Care teams to ensure smooth handovers.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and housing industry regulations.
About You
- Experience in property sales, new homes sales progression, or housing administration.
- Strong knowledge of the house-buying process and legal requirements.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
- Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills.
- Familiarity with CRM systems (desirable).
- A proactive, detail-oriented, and customer-focused approach.
This is a full-time office-based role, Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours per week.
Benefits Package
- Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
- 26 days annual leave + option to purchase additional holidays
- Pension scheme & life assurance
- Private medical insurance
- Employee assistance programme & Digital GP service
- Discount portal with a wide range of savings
- Sharesave scheme
- Career development and progression opportunities
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in new homes sales and property coordination with a leading housebuilder. You will be part of a supportive and professional team, making a real impact on the customer journey and helping deliver quality homes across the South West.
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced Sales Coordinator, Sales Progressor, or Property Administrator looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Abbie on 01752 421888 for a confidential discussion.
Quantity Surveyor
Location: Plymouth (covering South West sites) – Hybrid Working
Salary: Up to £52,000 + Car Package
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
We are working with a leading facilities and construction contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to join their Projects Team, working from home and covering sites across the South West.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a variety of refurbishment and new build projects, providing commercial support across multiple schemes.
As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for estimating costs, quantities, and project timelines, while supporting project delivery to ensure completion safely, on time, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Projects Team with estimating, cost planning, and financial reporting
- Develop strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders
- Prepare project reports, documentation, and monitor key project milestones
- Provide cost advice and support to the Billable Works Team
- Liaise with senior leadership on project progress and risk management
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Quality, and Sustainability standards
- Assist with tenders, proposals, dispute resolution, and risk analysis
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously across the South West region
About You
- HND/Foundation Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent qualification)
- Experience within construction and/or commercial property maintenance
- Strong background in cost models, risk analysis, and procurement
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills
- Ability to manage a busy workload across several live projects
- Suitable for an experienced Assistant QS looking to step up, or an established QS
- Full UK driving licence (travel required across the South West)
- Ability to obtain SC Clearance (essential)
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary (up to £52,000)
- Company car or car allowance
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Single private medical cover
- Life assurance (2 x salary)
- 6% employer pension contribution
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
How to Apply
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Abbie Evans on 01752 421888, or apply with your CV via the link provided.
Sphere Solutions are market leaders in construction recruitment across the South West & Wales.
Building Services Manager
Exeter
£70,000 – £80,000 + Package
We are seeking an experienced Building Services Manager to join a large-scale £multi-million new build scheme in Exeter.
In this role, you will manage the Mechanical & Electrical subcontractors throughout the Contractor Design Portion (CDP), design development, site installation, and commissioning—ensuring all works are fully coordinated and delivered to programme.
You’ll also champion the Perfect Delivery philosophy, upholding the highest standards of health & safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
About You
- Qualified in a relevant Mechanical or Electrical discipline
- Experience with a Tier 1 contractor (including pre-construction)
- Proven track record leading building services packages on major projects
- Strong technical knowledge of M&E procedures
- Ability to produce M&E design, installation & commissioning programmes
- Excellent planning and prioritisation skills
- Full UK driving licence
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary up to £80,000 (DOE)
- Enhanced benefits package
- Opportunity to lead on a major new build project
Next Steps
If you have the skills and experience to drive the successful delivery of this major project, we’d love to hear from you!
For an informal discussion, please call Jo on 01752 421888
Or simply apply as instructed.
Groundworks Foreman – New Build Housing
Location: West Cornwall
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 + Benefits
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
We are working with a privately owned new build housing developer based in West Cornwall to recruit an experienced Groundworks Foreman.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable house builder on a permanent basis, overseeing a wide range of groundworks activities including roads, sewers, and adoptions.
The successful candidate will manage and support a small team while remaining hands-on to ensure smooth project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and lead a small groundworks team on new build housing developments
- Carry out hands-on groundworks tasks where required
- Oversee the construction of roads, sewers, drainage, and site infrastructure
- Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification
- Liaise with site management, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Maintain compliance with health & safety standards and regulations
About You
- Proven experience in groundworks within new build housing developments
- Strong knowledge of roads, sewers, drainage, and adoptions
- Ability to manage and motivate a small team while remaining hands-on
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Relevant site qualifications (e.g. SSSTS, CSCS) desirable
- Based in or willing to commute to West Cornwall
Salary & Benefits
- £55,000 – £60,000 per annum
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Permanent, full-time position with career progression opportunities
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced Groundworks Foreman looking to join a well-established housing developer in West Cornwall, apply today to find out more.
Planner – Construction
Location: Exeter (Site-Based)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Starting circa £85,000 + Benefits
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a site-based Planner to join a long-term, high-value construction project in Exeter.
Sphere Solutions is working in partnership with a leading Tier 1 contractor to recruit a Planner with 10+ years of experience to lead the planning function on a major multi-million-pound scheme. This is a pivotal role ensuring the project is delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish robust contract programmes from pre-construction through to handover
- Develop optimum working programmes covering design, procurement, enabling, construction, commissioning, and client milestones
- Identify potential risks and propose effective mitigation strategies
Assistant Quantity Surveyor (PQS)
Location: Truro (Hybrid – Flexible Office/Home Working)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Circa £45,000 + Excellent Benefits including Unlimited Annual Leave
About the Role
We are seeking an Assistant PQS (Professional Quantity Surveyor) to join a highly respected client-side consultancy based in Truro, Cornwall. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual looking to progress their career within a supportive consultancy environment.
You will have the opportunity to work across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial, and public realm projects, supporting high-profile clients such as local authorities.
This is a flexible hybrid position, offering the freedom to work in the office as much or as little as you prefer, while delivering quality results and maintaining excellent client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the delivery of multiple construction projects from inception to completion
- Collaborate with clients to ensure project objectives are met
- Support cost planning, budget management, and financial reporting
- Assist with tendering, contract administration, and procurement processes
- Liaise with contractors, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery
- Work within both NEC and JCT contract frameworks
About You
- Experience working client-side within a PQS or consultancy environment
- Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts is essential
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary, circa £45,000
- Unlimited annual leave
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements
- Pension scheme, life insurance, and medical insurance
- Permanent position with opportunities for career development
How to Apply
If you are an Assistant Quantity Surveyor seeking a progressive and flexible career move within a client-focused consultancy, we would love to hear from you.
Call us on 01752 421888 for an informal chat or apply today.
Sphere Solutions is a market-leading recruitment specialist for the construction and built environment sector across the South West & Wales. We connect talented professionals with exceptional career opportunities.
Senior Estimator / Estimating & Infrastructure Manager
Location: Cornwall (Office-Based)
Employment Type: Permanent
Are you an experienced Estimator looking to take the next step in your career? We’re recruiting for a Senior Estimator / Estimating & Infrastructure Manager to join our team in Cornwall. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in pre-construction, commercial strategy, and infrastructure delivery.
In this role, you’ll take the lead on cost planning, benchmarking, subcontractor procurement, and third-party coordination while driving value for money and ensuring projects hit their margin targets. You’ll also act as a mentor, supporting and developing the next generation of commercial professionals.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading cost plans, estimates, benchmarking and cash flow forecasting.
- Overseeing COINS pre-con development, BoQ preparation and measurement software.
- Managing subcontract procurement for groundworks and infrastructure.
- Coordinating with banks, housing associations, and joint venture partners.
- Driving commercial insights, delivering margin, and supporting rental developments.
- Working on special projects, including VFM, prelims and aftercare.
- Acting as a mentor and training champion within the commercial team.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as an Estimator within construction or civil engineering.
- Strong knowledge of infrastructure, groundworks, and cost management.
- Proficiency in COINS and measurement software.
- Excellent commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills.
- A collaborative leader with the ability to mentor and guide others.
What’s On Offer
- A permanent, office-based role in Cornwall.
- Competitive salary and package – private medical, pension and bonus
- The opportunity to lead on commercial strategy and pre-construction across a range of exciting projects.
- Career progression in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Quantity Surveyor
Contract: Full-time / Permanent
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 + Electric Vehicle
About the Company
Sphere Solutions are proud to be working in partnership with a privately owned, sustainability-led contractor with a strong commitment to zero carbon emissions.
You can join either of their thriving regional offices in Truro or Exeter. This innovative business delivers cutting-edge construction projects across Cornwall and Devon, putting the environment and community at the heart of everything they do.
Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor (or Senior Quantity Surveyor) to join their commercial team.
This role offers flexibility, with the ability to live anywhere between Truro and Exeter. You must be willing to travel to both offices and various site locations throughout Cornwall.
Role Responsibilities
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will:
- Report directly to the Commercial Director
- Maintain and enhance commercial processes and procedures
- Apply best practice principles to maximise profitability
- Monitor, reduce, and eliminate unnecessary costs and inefficiencies
- Ensure the timely preparation and settlement of final accounts
Requirements
To be considered, you will need:
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within a main contractor or developer
- A HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline (preferred)
- To live within a commutable distance of both Truro and Exeter
- A genuine passion for eco-friendly and sustainable construction
What’s on Offer
- £50,000 – £70,000 basic salary
- Electric Vehicle
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Company bonus scheme – up to 20%
- Private healthcare
- Flexible/Remote working options
How to Apply
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity, please call Cat or Jo on 01752 421888 or apply via the link provided.