Roofer

Location: Launceston
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Up to £16.50 per hour

About the Role

Sphere Solutions are looking for experienced Roofers to join our client’s repairs and maintenance team, carrying out roofing repairs and maintenance on social housing properties. You’ll work on a mix of planned and reactive jobs while delivering a high standard of workmanship and excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, maintenance and replacements on pitched and flat roofs, including tiles, slates, felt, leadwork, fascias, soffits and guttering.
• Diagnose roofing issues and complete high-quality repairs.
• Work on occupied and void properties, ensuring minimal disruption to tenants.
• Follow all health & safety procedures, including safe working at height.
• Record completed work using a PDA/tablet.

Requirements

• Proven roofing experience, ideally within social housing or domestic maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of pitched and flat roofing systems.
• Good understanding of health & safety requirements, including working at height.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems effectively.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Company van and fuel card.
• 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
• Annual tool allowance.
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including holiday purchase, EV and pension options.
• Training, development and career progression opportunities.
• Wellbeing support.
• Enhanced family leave.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee recognition programmes.

Additional Information

• Employment is subject to background, identity and security checks.
• A clean 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 of pay for on-call shifts.

Apply

To register your interest, click Apply or contact Cat or Abbie on 01752 421888 for more information.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, Sphere Solutions is committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly 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 provide a fair and supportive experience.

We proudly represent employers who value diversity and are committed to creating respectful, inclusive and collaborative workplaces for everyone, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.

Project Manager – Highways

Location: Devon
Salary: £60,000–£70,000 + Package
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to take the lead on civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the South West?

We are working with a leading infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join their established highways division.

With a healthy order book and long-term secured workload, this role offers excellent job security, career progression, and the opportunity to work on technically challenging schemes across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of highways, infrastructure, and civil engineering projects
• Manage projects from pre-construction through to final completion
• Lead and motivate multidisciplinary project teams
• Monitor programme, cost, quality, and overall project performance
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams to ensure efficient project delivery
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks
• Support commercial performance, contract administration, and change management
• Drive continuous improvement and best practice across project delivery
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Agent within civil engineering
• Experience delivering highways, infrastructure, utilities, flood alleviation, or general civil engineering projects
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong commercial awareness and project planning abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment
• SMSTS qualification
• CSCS Card
• Relevant Civil Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, or Degree preferred)
• Full UK Driving Licence

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £60,000–£70,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive company package
• Long-term pipeline of secured infrastructure projects
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging civil engineering schemes across the South West

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.

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.

Mechanical Building Services Engineer

Location: Bristol (with regional travel)
Salary: Up to £85,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Mechanical Building Services Engineer – Bristol

We’re working with one of the UK’s leading construction businesses, delivering some of the country’s most prestigious commercial, healthcare, education and public sector projects. Due to continued growth, they’re looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Building Services Engineer to join their regional team based in Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business renowned for investing in its people, offering genuine career progression, long-term project pipelines and an outstanding benefits package.

The Role

As a Mechanical Building Services Engineer, you’ll play a key role throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring mechanical building services are designed, coordinated and installed to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Supporting tender and pre-construction activities, reviewing consultant designs and specifications.
• Carrying out buildability reviews and providing value engineering solutions.
• Coordinating design teams and chairing technical design workshops.
• Managing technical queries (RFIs) and ensuring design compliance.
• Reviewing subcontractor tenders and assessing technical submissions.
• Coordinating mechanical plant, equipment and specialist subcontractors.
• Managing installation drawings and ensuring projects remain on programme.
• Undertaking site inspections and working closely with construction teams.
• Supporting commissioning and ensuring high-quality project delivery.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Experience within Mechanical Building Services on construction projects.
• A Mechanical Engineering degree (or equivalent qualification).
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plant, mechanical systems and design coordination.
• Experience working with consultants, subcontractors and project delivery teams.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work both independently and collaboratively.

What’s On Offer?

• Salary up to £85,000
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• 8% Matched Pension
• Life Assurance
• 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Additional Wellbeing & Volunteering Days
• Flexible Benefits Scheme
• Ongoing Professional Development & Career Progression

Apply

If you’re looking to join a market-leading contractor delivering complex, high-profile projects with genuine opportunities to progress your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion.

Electrical Building Services Engineer

Location: Bristol (with regional travel)
Salary: Up to £85,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Electrical Building Services Engineer – Bristol

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK’s most respected construction organisations as an Electrical Building Services Engineer. Working on major construction projects across the South West, you’ll become part of an experienced Building Services team delivering high-quality projects from design through to completion.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Electrical Building Services professional looking to progress within a business that genuinely invests in its people and offers excellent long-term career prospects.

The Role

You’ll provide technical leadership across electrical building services, ensuring designs are coordinated, compliant and delivered successfully throughout the construction process.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing consultant electrical designs, specifications and tender documentation.
• Providing technical input during pre-construction and tender stages.
• Managing design coordination between consultants, architects and subcontractors.
• Raising and managing technical queries and RFIs.
• Reviewing specialist subcontractor tenders and technical submissions.
• Coordinating electrical systems including power distribution, containment, lighting controls, BMS and fire alarm systems.
• Managing factory acceptance testing and equipment delivery.
• Reviewing coordinated installation drawings for compliance and buildability.
• Carrying out site inspections and supporting project delivery teams throughout construction.

About You

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience within Electrical Building Services on major construction projects.
• An Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of electrical design, coordination and installation.
• Experience working alongside consultants, subcontractors and site teams.
• Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.
• Previous leadership or management experience would be advantageous.

What’s On Offer?

• Salary up to £85,000
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• 8% Matched Pension
• Life Assurance
• 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Additional Wellbeing & Volunteering Days
• Flexible Benefits Scheme
• Outstanding Training & Career Development

Apply

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a leading contractor delivering landmark projects while enjoying genuine career progression, an excellent working environment and one of the strongest benefits packages in the industry.

Apply now for a confidential conversation.

Higher Level Apprentice – Recruitment Resourcer

Location: Plymouth
Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Apprenticeship Opportunity
Sector: Construction Recruitment

About the Role

Sphere Solutions are a market-leading recruitment agency looking for a Higher Level Apprentice Recruitment Resourcer to join our successful Plymouth office.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a fast-paced and rewarding industry while working towards a recognised higher-level qualification.

You’ll join an experienced team of recruitment professionals and learn every aspect of the recruitment process, from sourcing candidates and building relationships to supporting clients with their hiring needs.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, has strong communication skills (verbal and written), and is looking for a long-term career with excellent progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and identify candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, social media, and internal databases
• Speak with candidates to discuss job opportunities and career aspirations
• Conduct candidate screening calls and interviews
• Write and post job advertisements across multiple recruitment platforms
• Maintain and update candidate records using recruitment software and CRM systems
• Support consultants with client requirements and recruitment campaigns
• Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
• Build and maintain talent pools for future vacancies
• Assist with compliance, referencing, and onboarding activities
• Develop knowledge of the construction and built environment sectors

Essential Requirements

• Minimum of 2 A-Levels at Grade C or above
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Confident speaking with people both over the phone and face-to-face
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels
• Previous experience in customer service, administration, sales, hospitality, retail, or an office environment
• Interest in recruitment, business, sales, or human resources

What You’ll Receive

• Higher Apprenticeship qualification
• Full training and mentoring from experienced recruitment professionals
• Competitive apprenticeship salary
• Exposure to a fast-paced and rewarding industry
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to build a long-term career with a respected recruitment business
• Potential career progression opportunities upon completion of the apprenticeship

Career Progression

This apprenticeship is designed to provide a clear pathway into a successful recruitment career.

Upon completion, candidates may have the opportunity to progress into Recruitment Resourcer or Recruitment Consultant positions within the business, subject to performance and business requirements.

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.

Office & Compliance Manager

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Redruth (Office Based)
Salary: Up to £35,000

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Office & Compliance Manager to join a busy, fast-paced team. The role involves overseeing office operations, supporting senior management, managing staff, and ensuring compliance standards are maintained.

This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys responsibility, problem-solving, and working across multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day office operations and workflow
• Support senior management with administrative duties
• Coordinate office staff and workloads
• Maintain compliance records, policies, and procedures
• Manage document control and audit preparation (including ISO)
• Oversee health & safety compliance (Fire, First Aid, Legionella)
• Maintain asset registers (IT, phones, equipment)
• Manage office supplies and ordering
• Arrange IT setup for office and site use
• Organise company events and activities
• Liaise with suppliers and external auditors

Requirements

• Experience in Office Management and Compliance roles
• Knowledge of ISO and audit processes (desirable)
• Experience managing teams in a busy office environment
• Strong IT and systems skills
• Excellent organisation and communication skills

How 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.