I’m looking for a Quantity Surveyor for a leading Bristol contractor specialising in property services including painting, roofing, flooring, passive fire protection, and kitchen/bathroom replacements.

• Bristol
• Permanent
• £45k + car allowance

The client is looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Qualified Quantity Surveyor with a background in construction contracts, refurbishment or void contracts required to manage and control all financial and technical aspects of contracts including procurement, invoicing and payment to minimise costs & maximise value.
• Professional Qualification (e.g. HNC/HND/Degree/Diploma) or equivalent
• Previous experience in construction/retrofit or fabric upgrades is preferred however not essential
• Previous experience of working with bill of quants, schedules of rates, design and build contracts etc.
• Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors
• Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting
• Excellent team player whilst also holding the ability to work independently on own initiative
• Experienced with direct and subcontract labour
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to encourage and support other members of the commercial team
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel
• Ideally lives locally in the area

 

Key Responsibilities:

• The surveyor is fully responsible for the financial performance of the project through to collection of cash.
• Measurement, pricing and evaluation of tenders
• Take responsibility for projects from inception to completion
• Identify areas to improve margin
• Cost management
• Target creation
• CVR reporting and forecasting
• Management and administration of sub-contractor accounts
• Producing and submitting applications for payment
• Understand Health & Safety requirements
• Develop and maintain subcontract and supplier contracts

For an informal discussion please call Connor on 07990 569 825 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

 

I’m recruiting for a Contracts Manager to work predominantly in the Bristol area, for a large civil engineering contractor permanently.

• Project Manager / Contracts Manager
• Bristol (South West)
• £55k – £64k + Car
• Permanent

Job Role:

The Contract Manager will support the division in achieving its Business Plan through the implementation of the agreed operational process, proactive management of project teams and client relationships and professional, mature, collaborative involvement in the wider operational delivery team.

Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the work outputs and responsibilities of direct reports
• Manages and supports others to provide a collaborative working environment where controlled autonomy is given allowing the team to thrive and perform to a high standard, individually and collectively.
• Responsible for ensuring projects are delivered with efficiency, using best practices and continually improving.
• Responsible for understanding, reviewing and suggesting reasonable improvements to the management system, in conjunction with the wider business, to ensure it delivers desirable outcomes.
• Responsible for building and maintaining good quality, professional and productive relationships with the clients, suppliers and colleagues before, during and after completion of individual projects
• Must continually seek out opportunities for improvement in the delivery of projects in the short, medium and long term. Must also identify risks which exist or are likely to exist and develop means to mitigate the effects of those risks occurring.
• Responsible for achieving reasonably set operational targets on projects using process and procedure which is passed down and embedded within the wider integrated management system. Where outcomes and process conflict, responsible for making those conflicts known to the Operations Manager with evidence to provide a substantive professional statement.

Person Specification

• Excellent knowledge of NEC4 contracts
• Must have sufficient operational and/or commercial experience to understand fully how a project can and should be managed
• Civil Engineering background
• Previous experience in a similar role or as a Project Manager is essential.
• Degree qualified e.g. Civil Engineering (desirable).
• An operational background would be highly desirable
• Excellent Communication and Management skills
• 40 hours a week
• Monday – Friday

For an informal discussion please call Connor on 07990 569 825 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

I’m working with a rapidly growing building services contractor to recruit a Project Manager to join their team.

• Permanent
• Somerset
• £60,000 & package

You will manage and take full operational responsibility for an MOD refurbishment project in Somerset, as well as an additional project at a later date.

The appointed person will manage all site teams, ensure both the programme and budget are on track and adhere to MOD policies and procedures.

Suitable candidates:

• Must have a proven track record of project managing sites from £500k to £5 m.
• Security clearance is essential, due to the location of the project.
• Must have excellent administration and IT skills due to the level of paperwork required.
• Commercial experience/knowledge including the ability to price small works/variations
• Must have either a White or Black CSCS card.
• Site management tickets are essential – SMSTS, First Aid at Work & CSCS

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

My client, a national house builder, are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a large new build development in Bridport.

• Bridport
• £75,000-£85,000 & package
• Permanent

You will be responsible for the commercial and surveying responsibilities for this large site. Managing costs, ensuring targets are met and having the ability to show absolute cost and value reconciliation.

General responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining all cost control procedures including managing and controlling the budget and valuations
• Be able to control all commercial tasks and responsibilities on large sites in excess of 500 units
• Compile site start budgets and manage budget control throughout the development
• Complete accurate costing for each aspect of site development, analysing and reporting on costs and cash flow
• General commercial administration, taking direction from Managing Surveyor and/or Commercial Manager

Suitable candidates will possess the following:

• Qualified to HND level or higher
• Proven track record in a similar role with a house builder
• Must have a sound understanding of the current market conditions, building regulations, NHBC and Health & Safety requirements
• Strong IT Skills, working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment and software

In return:

• Competitive salary up to £85,000 depending on experience
• Car allowance or company car
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Annual medical health assessment
• Enhanced annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced family-friendly policies

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

Sphere Solutions are a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector. With offices in St. Austell, Plymouth, Bristol, Cardiff, Taunton & Gloucester)

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

I’m seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join a large nuclear project, working on RC, bulk earthworks and infrastructure schemes.

• Permanent
• Hinkley Point C
• £60,000-£82,000

The appointed candidate will have experience in the installation of M&E and fit-out of RC frame buildings, as well as a thorough understanding of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities will include:

• Create programmes from 1^st principles, utilising M&E schemes, drawings and specifications
• Audit subcontractor programmes
• Introduce and analyse change in programmes according to prescriptive NEC conditions
• Resource and cost load
• Develop the content and structure for a tender programme
• And much more….

Applicants but possess the following:

• Must have NEC contract-based planning experience, within the UK.
• Will have familiar RC frame-building knowledge, ideally within M&E
• Minimum of 5 years of planning experience, within construction, nuclear or similar
• Previous construction experience, across a wide range of engineering projects, with a good understanding of commercial and contractual matters.
• Competency in the use of Primavera P6.

Hybrid working is an available option but there will be the requirement to go to site every week.

On offer:

• Salary ranging from £60,000-£82,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Travel allowance if you live over 50 miles away from the site
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Family-friendly benefits packages such as enhanced paternity & maternity leave
• Discounted shopping entitlement including restaurants, supermarkets and insurance companies

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

I’m seeking a Site Agent to join a major projects team on Hinkley Point.

• Hinkley Point
• Permanent
• £55,000-£65,000

You will oversee civil engineering, power, energy and infrastructure projects on the large nuclear base. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of site operations.

Duties will include:

• Lead a significant section of the project, managing all labour, plant, material and supply chain
• Support and implement performance and Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Take full ownership and responsibility for cost management of your section of works.
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to timelines
• Prepare progress reports and maintain accurate records

Suitable candidates:

• Must have a relevant qualification in engineering or construction
• Proven track record of working on large schemes as a Site Agent or similar
• Candidates with Power/Energy experience are preferred
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations

On offer:

• Salary ranging from £55,000-£65,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Travel allowance if you live over 50 miles away from the site
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Family-friendly benefits packages such as enhanced paternity & maternity leave
• Discounted shopping entitlement including restaurants, supermarkets and insurance companies

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888 or use the red button to apply online.

Sphere Solutions is a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton, Gloucester and Cardiff.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.