Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor – Fit Out Location: Cardiff Sector: Construction / Fit Out Role: Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Job Type: Permanent ## The Opportunity An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an established and growing fit out business based in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor looking for long-term career prospects, stability and the opportunity to progress within a successful specialist construction business. Working across a range of high-quality fit out projects, you will play a key role in managing the commercial performance of projects from pre-construction through to completion. The business has an excellent reputation within the market and offers genuine scope for career development as the company continues to grow. ## The Role As Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of fit out projects, working closely with project managers, clients, subcontractors and the wider commercial team. Your responsibilities will include: – Managing the commercial aspects of fit out projects from start to finish – Preparing, reviewing and managing project budgets and forecasts – Procurement and management of subcontractors and suppliers – Preparing and agreeing valuations, variations and final accounts – Monitoring project costs and commercial performance – Identifying commercial risks and opportunities – Managing subcontractor accounts and payments – Supporting project teams with commercial advice and cost control – Maintaining accurate commercial records and reporting – Building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers For a Senior Quantity Surveyor, there will also be opportunities to take greater ownership of projects, support junior commercial staff and play a wider role in the continued development of the business. ## About You You will ideally have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within construction, fit out, refurbishment or a related specialist contracting environment. We are keen to hear from candidates who are: – Commercially astute and financially focused – Experienced in subcontract procurement and account management – Confident managing variations, valuations and final accounts – Comfortable working independently and as part of a project team – Strong communicators with good client and subcontractor management skills – Degree qualified or professionally experienced within Quantity Surveying – Looking for a long-term opportunity rather than simply their next project Experience within fit out, interiors, refurbishment or specialist contracting would be particularly advantageous. ## Why Join? This is more than just another Quantity Surveyor vacancy. The business offers excellent long-term prospects for someone who wants to build a career within a growing specialist contractor. You can expect: – A stable and well-established business – Interesting and high-quality fit out projects – Genuine long-term career progression – The opportunity to take ownership and develop professionally – A supportive and experienced team – A Cardiff-based role with a strong local presence – A competitive salary and benefits package If you are a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor in Cardiff looking for your next long-term career move within the fit out sector, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step.

Senior Site Manager Location: Bideford, North Devon Salary: £65,000 – £68,000 & Package Company: Sphere Solutions Sphere Solutions are working with a successful large regional contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a major new scheme in Bideford, North Devon. The successful Senior Site Manager will be responsible for leading the day-to-day construction activities on this major development, working closely with the Senior Project Manager and wider project team. ## Key Responsibilities Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of construction activities Lead and manage site teams, subcontractors and trades Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards Plan, coordinate and monitor construction activities across the development Work closely with the Senior Project Manager and wider project team Coordinate subcontractors and supply chain partners Monitor progress against programme and identify potential delays or issues Ensure works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and relevant standards Manage site logistics, sequencing and resource requirements Carry out regular site inspections and quality checks Ensure all health, safety and environmental requirements are met Attend and contribute to site and project meetings Maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other stakeholders Provide leadership, direction and support to the wider site team ## About You Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager Strong traditional build experience Previous experience delivering multi-storey residential developments or apartment schemes Experience working with precast concrete and complex structural elements Experience managing subcontractors and large site teams A strong understanding of construction programmes, sequencing and site logistics The contractor is keen to interview quickly, so applications are being considered immediately. ## What’s on Offer? Salary up to £68,000 Car package * 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays ## 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.

CIVILS PLANNER ✍️ Role: Civils Planner Location: Bridgwater, Somerset ️ Sector: Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Working Arrangement: Hybrid Available A specialist project controls and programme management consultancy is looking to recruit an experienced Civils Planner to join their team in the Bridgwater area. The business works across major civil engineering and infrastructure projects, providing specialist planning and project controls expertise to support successful project delivery. The successful candidate will have strong civils/infrastructure planning experience, be confident using Primavera P6, and have the ability to develop robust programmes from first principles. ## What you’ll be doing – Developing and managing detailed construction programmes from first principles using Primavera P6 – Working closely with project teams to understand construction methodologies, sequencing and key project requirements – Monitoring progress against programme and identifying potential delays, risks and areas for improvement – Producing regular programme updates, progress reports and analysis for project stakeholders – Supporting project teams with programme strategy, planning and effective project controls – Challenging assumptions and providing practical planning solutions to support project delivery – Working collaboratively with clients, contractors and wider project teams – Contributing to a strong planning culture and sharing knowledge across the wider team ## What we’re looking for – Proven experience as a Planner within the civil engineering or infrastructure sector – Strong experience planning major civils and infrastructure projects – Proven Primavera P6 experience – Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and programme development – Experience developing programmes from first principles and managing project updates – Strong communication and stakeholder management skills – Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider project team – Ideally based within a commutable distance of Bridgwater, Somerset This is a great opportunity for an experienced Civils Planner looking to work on major infrastructure projects while being part of a specialist project controls environment.

Senior Estimator

St Austell

Salary up to £65,000 + Car Allowance

Permanent

The Role

Sphere Solutions are partnering with their client to recruit a Senior Estimator to lead and manage the estimating function of the business. You’ll provide an efficient and commercially focused estimating service, supporting land acquisitions, turnover and profit targets while helping the business remain competitive in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, commercially competitive cost plans and tenders from initial land opportunities through to board approval and contract award.
• Apply appropriate cost rates, assess technical information and continually review abnormal costs, design solutions and budget changes.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks and opportunities, ensuring appropriate allowances and clear tender clarifications are included.
• Lead tender activities, including obtaining competitive supply chain quotations, chairing tender meetings and supporting tender strategy.
• Provide clear cost reports, workbooks and package information, working collaboratively with Commercial, Land, Technical, Sales and Build teams to support successful project delivery.

Candidate Specification

• HNC or equivalent Level 5 qualification in Building Construction or equivalent.
• Experience working as an Estimator within the housebuilding industry.
• Experience using estimating software.
• Assertive and confident, with strong influencing and negotiation skills and a proven ability to achieve positive outcomes.

On Offer

The role offers a competitive salary, 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, a 10% car allowance and payment of professional membership fees, plus many more benefits.

Interested?

To register your interest, please follow the steps below to apply or give Jo or Abbie a call on 01752 421888.

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

Exeter – Hybrid working

Role requires visits to sites and offices in varying locations

£40,000-£45,000

We are working with a consultancy to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team. Responsible for the financial and commercial activities of your projects and delegating tasks to more junior surveyors and administration / support staff.

The roles may include (but not be limited to):

• Standard QS roles including taking off, preparing cost estimates, cost reporting, valuation, final account settlement etc
• Preparing and presenting cost estimates
• Recording and tracking cost trends
• Supervision of junior surveyors requires an element of mentoring and coaching to ensure their onward personal development
• Carry out a traditional QS role
• Prepare tender documentation and produce tender reports
• Ensure that all documentation is in place to go to contract. Prepare contract documents
• Convene, chair and minute progress meetings
• Prepare valuations, organise proper documentation and report costs to client. Manage the completion of the final account.
• Manage, instruct and report on changes / variations.
• Be aware of fee stages and advise Directors when these are reached. Be commercially aware.
• Nurture and develop clients

About you:

• 2-3 years experience with a consultancy, developer or contractor
• The post holder must be a self starter with good interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills are essential for liaison with clients, negotiation with constructors and reporting to senior management.
• The role requires a clear understanding of the learning needs of junior surveyors with the ability to assist in their development and provide motivation where necessary.

On offer:

• Salary ranging from £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working arrangements, minimum of 2 days working in the office
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance

To Apply

To register your interest please follow the steps below to apply or give Cat or Abbie a call on 01752 421888.

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

St Austell

Salary up to £57,000 + Car Allowance

Permanent

The Role

Sphere Solutions are partnering with their client to recruit a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to ensure housing projects are delivered profitably and to the required standards of cost, time, quality, safety and environmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective pre- and post-contract commercial support across Major and Minor Works projects.
• Assist with tender preparation, including obtaining competitive subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Manage valuations, variations, payments and contract documentation, ensuring works are properly instructed and recorded.
• Monitor project costs, financial performance, programme and quality, taking action to maintain commercial targets.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, financial regulations, health & safety requirements and statutory obligations, while providing accurate commercial reporting.

Candidate Specification

• HNC or equivalent Level 5 qualification in Building Construction.
• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the housebuilding industry.
• Understanding of the local supply chain.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety requirements.
• Strong commercial awareness with a proven ability to deliver company profit targets.

On Offer

The role offers a competitive salary, 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, a 10% car allowance and payment of professional membership fees, plus many more benefits.

Interested?

To register your interest, please follow the steps below to apply or give Jo or Abbie a call on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

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Assistant Site Manager – Timber Frame Location: North Coast Cornwall Employment Type: Permanent Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 + Car Allowance Are you an experienced Assistant Site Manager with a background in housing? We are working with a well-established client looking to bolster their operational team and recruit an experienced Assistant Site Manager who is looking for progression to Site Manager in the very near future. The project will consist of high-quality, timber frame homes in a desirable North Coast Cornwall location. ## The Role Supporting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of site operations and helping to keep the build programme on track Supervising trades, subcontractors, and site teams to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and to programme Supporting the implementation and monitoring of health & safety procedures and site standards Assisting with quality control and ensuring work is completed to the required specification and customer expectations Monitoring progress on site, resolving day-to-day issues, and reporting updates to the Site Manager Liaising with technical, commercial, and wider project teams to support the smooth delivery of the development ## About You Proven experience working as an assistant site manager on timber frame housing developments Background working with housing / contracting Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualified as a minimum ## What’s on Offer * Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 + Car Allowance ## To Apply For a confidential chat, please call Jo or Abbie to discuss the role in more detail or apply as directed. — ## 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.

Sector: Construction / Facilities Management Are you an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking for your next career opportunity in Bristol? We are working with an established and rapidly growing construction and facilities management business that is looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support a growing portfolio of projects across a range of sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Junior Quantity Surveyor to develop their commercial and cost management experience while working alongside experienced construction and commercial professionals. ## About the Role As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will play an important role in supporting the commercial delivery of a variety of construction projects, working across sectors including education, healthcare, retail and commercial. You will use your analytical and commercial skills to support project teams with cost management, valuations, forecasting, estimating and tendering, while developing strong relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors and consultants. The role will involve projects up to approximately £3m in value and will provide excellent exposure to the wider commercial management process. ## Key Responsibilities – Assist with the review of construction drawings and plans, identifying quantity and cost requirements. – Support Quantity Surveyors and site-based contract teams with commercial and cost management activities. – Assist with the validation and valuation of works, including forecasting and cost reporting. – Support the preparation and management of project budgets, reports, contracts and risk assessments. – Assist with estimating and WIP on Schedule of Rates (SOR) based facilities management contracts. – Prepare labour loading and pricing schedules for tender returns. – Monitor changes in design and ensure budgets and cost information are updated accordingly. – Liaise with site managers, clients, consultants, contractors and subcontractors to ensure effective communication and commercial coordination. – Help establish and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders. – Attend construction sites as required to support project delivery and resolve commercial or on-site issues. – Contribute to the successful commercial delivery of multiple projects within a fast-paced environment. ## About You We are looking for an analytical and commercially minded Assistant Quantity Surveyor with excellent attention to detail and a genuine interest in developing a career within construction commercial management. You will ideally have: – Experience or a sound understanding of quantity surveying, cost management or commercial management within the construction industry. – Experience working on projects up to approximately £3m in value. – Excellent numerical and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail when working with costs and measurements. – The ability to organise, prioritise and manage deadlines effectively. – Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. – The ability to build positive working relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors and other stakeholders. – UK construction estimating experience and/or experience within the facilities management sector would be advantageous. – A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline would be desirable. – A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites when required. ## Why Join? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and expanding business where you can gain broad commercial experience across a diverse range of construction and facilities management projects. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, develop your technical and commercial knowledge and build a long-term career within the construction industry. If you’re an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Bristol looking for a role offering variety, responsibility and genuine career development, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Site Manager

Location: Truro
Salary: £60,000 – £64,000 + Car allowance
Type: Permanent | Full-Time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Site Manager to lead an upcoming residential build in Truro.

Core Responsibilities

• Take total ownership of day-to-day site operations, managing the build from inception to completion.
• Oversee subcontractors and trades, ensuring adherence to design specifications for disabled adaptations and accessibility features.
• Drive site safety, environmental compliance, and quality standards across all phases of construction.
• Manage site inductions, tool-box talks, RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements), and progress reporting.
• Coordinate material deliveries, scheduling, and sequencing to maintain momentum on a detailed build.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven track record working as a residential Site Manager
• Valid SMSTS and First Aid at Work
• Strong technical understanding of detailed architectural drawings
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities on site.

How to Apply

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

Bid Manager | Exeter

£65,000–£75,000 + package

Ready to take the lead on bids that shape major construction projects?

We’re working with a leading Tier 1 construction business that is looking to appoint an experienced Bid Manager to join its Exeter team.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in winning and delivering complex construction work, working alongside operational, commercial and pre-construction teams to develop compelling, commercially sound bids.

The opportunity:

• Lead the bid process from PQQ / ITT through to submission.
• Develop winning strategies, compelling written submissions and high-quality presentations.
• Coordinate internal teams, supply chain partners and specialist contributors.
• Work on a diverse range of significant construction projects and frameworks.
• Influence how projects are won and help shape the future workload of an established business.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Proven Bid Management experience within construction, ideally with a Tier 1 or leading main contractor.
• Someone from a Pre-Construction, Project Management or Design Management background looking to move into Bid management would also be considered.
• Strong knowledge of PQQ, ITT, tender and work-winning processes.
• Excellent written, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple bids, deadlines and competing priorities.
• A collaborative, commercially aware approach.

What’s on offer?

• £65,000–£75,000 salary guide
• Established Tier 1 construction business
• Exeter-based role with hybrid working
• Opportunity to contribute to major projects and frameworks
• Competitive benefits and package, to be confirmed

To Apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888.

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.