Assistant Site Manager
Site Manager
Bid Manager
Customer Care Co-ordinator
Sales Administrator
Quantity Surveyor
Operations Manager
Quantity Surveyor
Contracts Manager
Senior Site Manager
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.
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.
Customer Care Coordinator
Location: Exeter
Salary: Up to £30,000
Type: Permanent
As a Customer Care Coordinator, you will act as the first point of contact for customers who have recently purchased a new build home from the developer. You will support the department in delivering a high-quality, professional service focused on achieving exceptional customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively within the Customer Care team.
- Chase subcontractors regarding outstanding defects on a weekly basis.
- Respond to all customer queries in a timely and professional manner.
- Ensure that property defects are logged promptly and accurately.
- Maintain up-to-date records of calls to all new homeowners, reporting any issues immediately to the Sales, Construction, Customer Care teams.
- Provide additional ad hoc administrative and departmental support as required.
Requirements
- Previous experience within the house-building sector in a similar role.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- An approachable, calm, and professional demeanour.
- Competent user of Microsoft Outlook.
Benefits
- Hybrid working arrangements upon completion of the probationary period.
- Competitive salary of up to £30,000 depending on experience.
- 26 days annual leave, with the option to purchase additional holiday.
- Private medical insurance.
- Life Assurance and Sharesave scheme.
- Pension scheme, digital GP service, and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Access to the LifeStyle Hub employee discount portal.
Apply Now
To apply, please follow the instructions below or for an informal chat you can call 01752 421888 and ask for Cat or Abbie.
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.
Junior Sales Support
Location: Okehampton, Devon
Salary: £26,500 per annum
Type: Permanent
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Sales Administrator to join our client’s team in Okehampton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop their career in sales administration, with the opportunity to learn about the business, build their skills and progress within the role over time. You’ll provide essential administrative and customer support to the sales team, helping to ensure enquiries, orders and day-to-day sales processes are handled efficiently and accurately.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing administrative support to the sales team
- Process customer orders from start to finish, liaising with multiple teams across the business
- Act as the first point of contact for customers by responding to customer enquiries via phone and email
- Liaising with customers, suppliers and internal teams
- Updating databases and maintaining accurate customer records and internal systems
About You
- Recent graduate looking to get into the construction industry
*Good communication skills, both written and verbal - Good IT skills and confidence using computers
- Strong administration and organisational skills
- Keen to develop professionally and take on new responsibilities
- Reliable, organised and able to work as part of a team
- Based in or around Okehampton, or within a reasonable commuting distance
Desirable Experience
- Knowledge or experience of the building or construction industry
- Previous experience in a sales, administration or customer service environment
What’s on Offer
- 8:00am–5:00pm working hours
- 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Full training and support
- Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the business
- A varied role within a supportive team environment
Apply Now
To apply, please follow the instructions below or for an informal chat you can call 01752 421888 and ask for Abbie or Riley.
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 / Senior Quantity Surveyor – Cladding Location: Cardiff Sector: Construction / Cladding / Building Envelope Role: Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Job Type: Permanent ## The Opportunity A fantastic opportunity is available for a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an established and growing specialist cladding business based in Cardiff. The company delivers specialist cladding and building envelope projects across the region and is looking to strengthen its commercial team with an experienced Quantity Surveyor who wants to develop their career within a specialist contractor. This is an excellent long-term opportunity, offering the chance to work on technically interesting projects, develop strong specialist sector knowledge and progress within a growing business. The role is primarily Cardiff-based, although you will be required to travel to projects across the South West as part of the position. ## The Role As Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of cladding projects, working closely with operational teams, clients, consultants and subcontractors. Your responsibilities will include: – Managing the commercial performance of cladding projects – Monitoring project budgets, costs and forecasts – Subcontract procurement and management – Preparing and agreeing valuations and applications for payment – Managing variations, change control and commercial risks – Preparing and agreeing subcontractor accounts – Managing project costs through to final account – Identifying opportunities to improve project margins – Providing commercial support and advice to project teams – Producing accurate commercial reports and forecasts – Developing strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers – Visiting projects across the South West when required At Senior Quantity Surveyor level, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of larger or more complex projects, support less experienced members of the commercial team and contribute to the continued growth of the business. ## About You We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience within construction, specialist contracting, cladding, roofing, facades or the wider building envelope sector. You will ideally have: – Commercial experience within a main contractor or specialist subcontractor environment – Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement and commercial management – Experience managing valuations, variations and final accounts – Excellent cost control and forecasting skills – Strong communication and negotiation abilities – The ability to work autonomously while contributing to a wider team – A commercially driven and proactive approach – A relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent industry experience – A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to projects in the South West Candidates from cladding, facades, roofing, curtain walling or other specialist building envelope backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply. ## Why Join? This is an opportunity to join a business where there is genuine scope for long-term progression rather than simply moving from one project to the next. You will benefit from: – Joining an established and growing specialist contractor – A strong pipeline of cladding and building envelope work – Excellent long-term career prospects – Exposure to technically interesting and varied projects – The opportunity to develop specialist sector expertise – A supportive and experienced commercial team – A primarily Cardiff-based position – Regional travel to projects across the South West – A competitive salary and benefits package If you’re an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor in Cardiff and are looking for a long-term career opportunity within cladding, facades or specialist construction, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business and play an important role in its continued success.
Operations Manager
Dartmouth
Up to £40,000
Permanent
We are working with a well-established business that provides specification, supply, aftercare and sales of high-end products to a range of prestigious clients, including private one-off developments, Grand Designs-style projects, property developers and hotels.
The Role
Your responsibilities will include:
- Organising and coordinating deliveries, including managing stock and inventories
- Ordering materials and liaising with suppliers
- Checking incoming materials and ensuring orders are correct
- Coordinating with customers, suppliers and internal teams
- Supporting the sales and specification process
- Helping manage aftercare and resolving any operational issues
- Occasional attendance at off-site meetings, as required
About You
The ideal candidate will have experience within a merchant, trade counter, bathroom, kitchen, interiors or similar environment, with a good understanding of stock, purchasing, suppliers and logistics.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Confident dealing with suppliers and customers
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines
- Keen to develop their career and take on increasing responsibility
- A full UK driving licence holder, as there may occasionally be a need to attend meetings off site
This could be a particularly good opportunity for someone looking to return to the Dartmouth area or an ambitious individual looking for a long-term career with an established local business.
What’s on offer?
- Salary up to £40,000
- Monday–Friday, 8.30am–5.00pm
- 20 days’ annual leave plus Christmas shutdown
- Established and successful local business
- Small, friendly team environment
- Long-term career development opportunity
- Potential to take on significant responsibility within the business in the future
Apply Today
For a confidential discussion, please contact Cat or Jo on 01752 421888, or apply today with your CV.
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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.
Contracts Manager – Highways & Civil Engineering
Bristol
£65,000 & £70,000 & Exceptional benefits package
Sphere Solutions are working with a leading Highways & Civil Engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to join their South West Civils team.
This is a key leadership role overseeing the successful delivery and growth of highways and civil engineering projects from Exeter to Gloucester, with projects typically valued between £1 million and £15 million.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage up to three projects simultaneously
- Ensuring programme, quality, safety and commercial targets are achieved
- Provide leadership and support to Project Managers and site teams
- Support the business in securing new work through frameworks and competitive tenders
- Work with Pre-Construction and Planning teams
- Build strong relationships with clients, local authorities, stakeholders, subcontractors and supply chain partners
- Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions where required
About You
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar Contracts Manager-level role
- Proven background in highways, civil engineering or infrastructure
- Experience managing multiple projects and operational delivery teams
- Experience working with framework agreements and competitive tenders
- Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
- SMSTS qualified
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South West from Exeter to Gloucester
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline is desirable
- Knowledge of NEC contracts and collaborative delivery models is preferred
Package
- Salary £65,000-£70,000 depending on experience
- Company car or Car allowance
- Exceptional bonus scheme
- Other company benefits
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.