HGV Vac-Ex Driver
South West (Devon, Cornwall & Somerset)
Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: From £49,000 per year

The Role:
An experienced HGV Vac-Ex Driver is required to operate a modern Vac-Ex vehicle across sites throughout Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide variety of civil engineering and groundworks projects across the South West.

An immediate start is available for candidates who hold a valid HGV Class 2 License and Driver CPC.

About the Role
Joining a well-established and growing groundworks contractor, you’ll become part of a business delivering projects across multiple live sites throughout the region. The company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of health & safety, quality and efficiency, while also investing in the ongoing development and progression of its employees.

Requirements
Minimum 1 year’s Vac-Ex operating experience (essential)
HGV Class 2 License (essential)
Valid Driver CPC (essential)
Relevant operator tickets and certifications
A strong commitment to health and safety
Reliable, professional and able to work across multiple sites
What’s on Offer
Salary from £49,000 per year
Permanent, full-time position
Immediate start available
Modern equipment
Varied work across the South West
Long-term career opportunities with a growing contractor
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. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive and collaborative workplaces regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.

Design Manager – Major Construction Project | Gloucestershire | £40m Project ## Design Manager – Main Contractor Location: Near Gloucester, Gloucestershire Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full Time ## Design Manager Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Design Manager to join a leading UK construction contractor and take the lead on the design delivery of a £40 million construction project near Gloucester. This is a key leadership role where you will act as the Design Lead for the project, managing the design process from pre-construction through to project completion. Working closely with the Project Director, commercial and delivery teams, you will ensure that design information is coordinated, compliant, buildable, and delivered on programme. This role would suit a Design Manager with experience delivering complex construction projects for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 main contractor, ideally within the commercial, education, healthcare, defence, industrial, or public sector. ## Key Responsibilities – Lead and manage the design process throughout the project lifecycle. – Act as the Design Lead on a £40m construction scheme. – Coordinate consultant teams, architects, engineers, and specialist subcontractors. – Chair design team meetings and drive design progress against programme milestones. – Review design information for quality, compliance, buildability, and value engineering opportunities. – Manage the flow of design information to the site team, ensuring timely issue of coordinated drawings. – Work collaboratively with the commercial and construction teams to resolve technical challenges. – Ensure statutory approvals, planning conditions, and Building Regulations requirements are achieved. – Identify and manage design risks and opportunities. – Maintain excellent communication with the client and all project stakeholders. ## About You To be considered, you will ideally have: – Proven experience as a Design Manager working for a UK main contractor. – A strong track record delivering medium to large-scale construction projects. – Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams. – Excellent knowledge of construction methodologies and buildability. – Strong understanding of design coordination, programme management, and project delivery. – Experience using common document management systems such as Viewpoint, Asite, Aconex or similar. – Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. – A construction-related qualification (HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent) in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related discipline. ## What’s on Offer – Competitive salary. – Car allowance. – Annual bonus. – Private healthcare. – Pension scheme. – Generous annual leave entitlement. – Ongoing professional development and career progression. – Opportunity to lead the design on a landmark £40m project from start to finish. ## Why Apply? This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the UK’s most respected construction businesses and play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of a major project near Gloucester. You’ll have genuine ownership of the design function, working alongside an experienced project team on a high-profile scheme with excellent long-term career prospects. ## Apply Now If you are an experienced Design Manager, Senior Design Manager, Design Lead, or Construction Design Manager looking for your next challenge in Gloucestershire, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion.

Site Manager – Timber Frame

Wadebridge, Cornwall | Permanent

Salary: £60,000 + Car Allowance

Are you an experienced Site Manager with a background in new build housing? We’re working with a well-established contractor seeking a driven individual to lead the delivery of a high-quality timber frame residential development in a sought-after North Cornwall location.

The Role

• Manage the day-to-day running of a timber frame housing development.
• Lead site teams, subcontractors, and trades to deliver the programme safely and efficiently.
• Ensure exceptional build quality and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and site compliance.
• Liaise with Contracts, Technical, and Commercial teams to ensure successful project delivery.

About You

• Proven experience managing new build residential developments.
• Background working for a house builder or residential contractor.
• Experience with timber frame construction is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualified.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £60,000
• Car Allowance
• Permanent opportunity with a reputable and growing contractor
• High-quality residential project in North Cornwall

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888, or apply as instructed.

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

Cornwall | Permanent

Our client is an award-winning housebuilder delivering high-quality, distinctive residential developments across Cornwall. With a strong pipeline of projects, they are looking to strengthen their technical team with the appointment of a Technical Coordinator.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business and play a key role in coordinating technical information and working drawings to support the successful delivery of residential developments.

The Role

• Manage projects from design through to completion.
• Coordinate consultants, subcontractors and site teams.
• Manage planning, Building Control and NHBC approvals.
• Lead technical coordination of architects, engineers and M&E consultants.
• Assist with technical approvals, including:
  • Section 104
  • Section 38
  • Section 278 agreements
• Attend and occasionally chair pre-start meetings, coordinating project mobilisation.
• Support the Land and Planning teams with the discharge of planning conditions.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Technical Coordinator or Technical Manager within new build housing.
• Strong understanding of the residential development process from design through to completion.
• Experience coordinating consultants and design teams.
• Knowledge of planning, Building Control and NHBC requirements.
• Experience securing technical approvals, including Section 38, Section 104 and Section 278 agreements.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Opportunity to join an award-winning regional developer
• Long-term career progression
• Travel to sites across Cornwall as required

Apply

For an informal discussion, please contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888, or apply as instructed.

Sphere Solutions are one of the South West & Wales’ leading recruitment specialists within the built environment.

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 reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and our client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We are proud to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive and collaborative workplaces regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.

Project Planner

Location: Dawlish (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Circa £55,000 + Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Sphere Solutions are working with a leading civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Project Planner to join their growing operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK, supporting both pre-construction and live project delivery. You’ll play a key role in developing robust programmes, monitoring project performance, and ensuring successful delivery in line with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Microsoft Project
• Produce NEC4-compliant construction programmes
• Prepare tender-stage programmes to support competitive bid submissions
• Monitor project progress and update programmes throughout project delivery
• Identify critical path activities, programme constraints, and project risks
• Carry out delay analysis and assess the impact of compensation events
• Develop resource-loaded programmes to support labour, plant, and resource planning
• Work closely with operational, commercial, and pre-construction teams
• Attend project sites across the UK as required

About You

• Previous experience as a Project Planner within a civil engineering or infrastructure contractor
• Strong working knowledge of NEC4 contracts and programme management
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and advanced Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK
• Marine, coastal, piling, or heavy civil engineering experience is desirable
• Knowledge of Asta Powerproject or Primavera P6 would be advantageous

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of circa £55,000
• Hybrid working
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical cover
• Matched pension scheme
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging infrastructure projects
• Long-term career progression within a growing civil engineering contractor

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo 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.

Groundworker

Location: Cornwall
Salary: £16.00 per hour
Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week)

About the Role

Are you an experienced Groundworker looking for a secure, permanent role with a growing and forward-thinking contractor?

We are working with one of the UK’s leading providers of property maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services to recruit a Groundworker to join their team covering the Cornwall area.

Working within the Social Housing and Public Sector, you’ll carry out a wide variety of groundwork and external maintenance works, helping to improve homes and communities across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of groundwork on domestic and social housing properties
• Remove, repair, and relay paving, slabs, and flagstones
• Prepare and lay new concrete paths, ramps, and footings
• Excavate trenches, holes, and foundations as required
• Identify and rectify defects to external groundworks
• Operate hand tools and light machinery safely and efficiently
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other trades to deliver projects on time
• Provide excellent customer service when working in occupied properties

About You

• Proven experience as a Groundworker
• Experience working on construction sites and domestic properties
• Ability to carry out physically demanding work
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures
• Full UK Driving Licence
• IT literate

What’s on Offer?

• Hourly rate of £16.00 per hour based on a 40-hour working week
• Enhanced rate when participating in the on-call rota
• Company van and fuel card
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual tool allowance
• Retail and lifestyle discount platform
• Employee wellbeing programme and counselling support
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Recognition and reward schemes
• Permanent, full-time employment with a growing national contractor

Additional Information

• Employees are subject to background, identity, and security checks
• A clean UK driving licence (or a maximum of 3 penalty points) is preferred due to insurance requirements
• Participation in an on-call rota is required, with an enhanced rate paid while on call

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo 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.

Plumber

Location: Cornwall
Salary: £17.00 per hour
Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week)

About the Role

Are you an experienced Plumber looking for a permanent role with a growing and forward-thinking contractor?

We are working with one of the UK’s leading providers of property maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services to recruit a Plumber to join their team covering the Cornwall area on a reactive maintenance basis.

As a Plumber, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality plumbing works across occupied and void social housing properties. From diagnosing faults to completing installations and repairs, you’ll play a key role in maintaining homes to the highest standards while providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out plumbing inspections and diagnose faults within residential properties
• Repair and replace defective plumbing systems, including pipework, taps, toilets, sinks, radiators, and water heaters
• Install new plumbing fixtures and systems where required
• Complete plumbing works within void properties to prepare homes for new tenants
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance works
• Ensure all work complies with current Building Regulations, Water Regulations, and Health & Safety legislation
• Liaise with tenants, colleagues, subcontractors, and housing teams to ensure work is completed efficiently
• Maintain accurate records of completed works and materials used
• Deliver excellent customer service while working within occupied homes
• Ensure work is completed safely, on time, and to a high standard

About You

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a Plumber within residential or property maintenance environments
• Strong understanding of current Building Regulations and Health & Safety requirements
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Full UK Driving Licence
• IT literate

What’s on Offer?

• Hourly rate of up to £17.00 per hour
• Company van and fuel card
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual tool allowance
• Life assurance cover
• Retail and lifestyle discount platform
• Employee wellbeing programme and counselling services
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Ongoing training and career development
• Recognition and reward schemes
• Permanent, full-time employment with a growing national contractor

Additional Information

• Employees are subject to background, identity, and security checks
• A clean UK driving licence (or a maximum of 3 penalty points) is preferred due to insurance requirements
• Participation in an on-call rota is required, with an enhanced rate paid while on call

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo 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.

Quantity Surveyor

Location: Mid Cornwall
Salary: £65,000–£70,000 + Competitive Package
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Sphere Solutions are working in partnership with a successful, market-leading regional contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their established commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected contractor with a strong pipeline of refurbishment and new build projects across the South West. You’ll play a key role in the commercial delivery of projects from procurement through to final account, working closely with operational teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial delivery of construction projects
• Administer contracts, with a strong focus on NEC forms of contract
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, and financial forecasts
• Procure subcontractors and suppliers, negotiating the best commercial outcomes
• Prepare subcontract documentation and manage subcontractor accounts
• Monitor project costs, cash flow, and overall financial performance
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare accurate monthly cost and value reports

About You

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Strong working knowledge and practical experience of NEC contracts
• Experience delivering refurbishment and/or new build construction projects
• Excellent commercial awareness and financial management skills
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of £65,000–£70,000, depending on experience
• Competitive benefits package
• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunity to work with a market-leading regional contractor
• Stable pipeline of refurbishment and new build projects
• Long-term career progression within an established commercial team

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Cat or Abbie 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.

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Buyer – New Build Housing

Location: Central Cornwall
Salary: Up to £45,000 + Benefits
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in new build residential construction looking to join a close-knit, family-oriented housebuilder?

We’re working with a well-established regional housebuilder to recruit an experienced Buyer to join their friendly and supportive team based in Central Cornwall.

Reporting into the Commercial team, you’ll manage the purchasing process across multiple residential developments, building strong relationships with suppliers while ensuring materials are available to meet construction programmes.

This role would suit an organised and commercially aware Buyer who enjoys working within a collaborative environment and takes pride in building long-term supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure materials, plant, and subcontract services for new build residential developments across the South West
• Obtain competitive quotations and negotiate the best value with suppliers
• Raise and manage purchase orders using COINS
• Monitor material schedules and ensure timely deliveries to site
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers
• Work closely with the Commercial, Technical, and Site teams to meet build programmes
• Monitor costs and identify opportunities for savings and improved efficiencies
• Resolve supply issues quickly to minimise delays on site
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company procedures and budgets

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Buyer within a new build residential housebuilder
• Strong knowledge of construction materials and procurement processes
• Experience using COINS software
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple developments and priorities
• Full UK Driving Licence

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of up to £45,000, depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunity to join a friendly, family-feel housebuilder
• Stable pipeline of residential developments across Cornwall
• Supportive working environment where your contribution is valued
• Long-term career development opportunities

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo 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.

Commercial Assistant

Location: Central Cornwall
Salary: £30,000–£35,000 + Career Progression
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Are you looking to build a long-term career within the commercial side of construction?

We’re working with a well-established, family-run housebuilder to recruit a Commercial Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team based in Central Cornwall.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain exposure across the full commercial function. Working closely with the Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, and Buyers, you’ll be involved in procurement, estimating, and quantity surveying, making this an ideal role for someone who wants to develop into a Quantity Surveyor in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the commercial team with the delivery of multiple new build housing developments
• Support procurement activities, obtaining quotations and placing purchase orders
• Assist with material scheduling and supplier liaison
• Provide support to the Quantity Surveyors with valuations, variations, and cost reporting
• Assist the Estimating team with tender enquiries, take-offs, and pricing exercises
• Raise purchase orders and maintain accurate commercial records using COINS (preferred)
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, spreadsheets, and reports
• Liaise with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure projects remain on programme
• Support cost tracking and commercial reporting
• Provide general administrative support across the commercial department

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a Commercial Assistant, Commercial Administrator, Buying, Estimating, or Quantity Surveying support role
• Experience within the construction or housebuilding industry
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Good numerical ability and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively as part of a team
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience using COINS is desirable

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of £30,000–£35,000, depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Excellent career progression with the opportunity to develop into a Quantity Surveyor
• Opportunity to work within a supportive, family-run housebuilder
• Exposure to procurement, estimating, and quantity surveying

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Abbie or Jo 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.