Our client is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to work for a reputable contractor specialising in designing and refurbishing workspaces across sectors like healthcare, education, commercial, and local authorities.

• Aberdare
• £50k – £60k + package
• Permanent

They offer services including office fit-outs, mezzanine floor installations, and storage solutions. Their projects range from office refurbishments to specialist facilities, and they emphasize creativity and functionality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop estimates and quotes against client specification requirements.
• Manage project specifications and risks during the early stages.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Clients.
• Support the Sales Team in securing new projects.
• Accurately input all materials and labour required for the project.
• Obtain external quotes for sub-contract enquiries.
• Organise effective project handovers to the Project Team and Client introductions.
• Maintain a timely and effective variation procedure to ensure additional costs are captured.
• Develop and maintain pricing database.
• Support the team with continuous improvement and opportunities with the service given to our Clients.
• Develop good relationships with suppliers and other trades/bodies.
• Manage Client interfaces up to the point of handover.
• Represent the company in a professional manner externally (and internally).
• Maintain excellent Client relationships and develop relationships with new Clients.
• Attend initial Client meetings & Project Progress meetings.

Experience:

• Experience: 5 years in a relevant field, internal fit-out or construction sectors.
• Excellent client liaison and communication skills.
• Excellent numeracy and IT skills with competencies in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to manage self effectively.
• Having a practical, logical, and methodical approach to thinking and problem-solving.

Package:

• £50,000 – £60,000 + car allowance or Vehicle
• Office 5 days a week

If you are interested and would like further details, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Project Manager
Plymouth
I am working with a highly successful regional contractor to recruit an experienced Project / Contracts Manager to oversee several refurbishment projects at any one time. Working across multiple sectors, which will include refurbishment of heritage, MoD, commercial and further educational establishments, up to £2m.
To be considered for this role you will need Project / Contracts Management experience within the refurbishment sectors and have a successful track record in project delivery, leading and coordinating multiple schemes.

Duties will include:

• Project planning and pre-construction engagement – setting time scales
• Project mobilisation and site setup – programme, planning – safe and timely delivery
• Excellent construction phase implementation and delivery – management of direct labour and subcontractors
• Continual communication, to successful completion and handover of projects – site teams and client liaison

Suitable candidates:

• A proven track record managing multiple projects up to £2m, working will include; MoD, Commercial,
• Refurbishment and Heritage schemes
• NVQ 6/7, Degree in a construction related subject
• SMSTS, CSCS White / Black Card, full Driving License
• Candidates must be willing to undergo enhanced DBS/security clearance.
• Excellent communication and IT skills are a must,

Offering ongoing projects across Plymouth and surrounding areas with an excellent salary and company vehicle & fuel card.

To Apply:
For an informal discussion please call Jo Lambert or apply as instructed.
Sphere Solutions is one of the South West & Wales market leaders in providing recruitment services to the built environment. With specialist consultants based in our regional offices (Bristol, Cardiff, Taunton, Plymouth, Gloucester & Truro) we fill vacancies daily with contractors, developers, civil engineers and their supply chain in high volume with quality candidates.

Small Works Manager

Exeter

Sphere Solutions is seeking a Small Works Manager for a growing contractor in Exeter. This is a unique opportunity to establish and manage a startup division, entering the world of Small Works, a complete startup division of this business.

If you have a background in small works management, a strong desire to manage a complete business unit in its entirety and have the drive and ambition to succeed, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and manage the team, ensuring efficient operations
• Oversee business development and client relationships
• Actively tender and seek business opportunities
• Manage operations, project progress, and financial reporting – cradle to grave process.
• Set and review staff targets, project plans, and performance
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance and address contract disputes
• Lead recruitment and staff development as and when required

Skills:

• Strong background in small works construction management
• Client development, a network of potential leads and clients
• Proven leadership experience with contracts, teams, tendering and P&L
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Relevant qualifications and driving licence

If you’re eager to make an impact and ready for the challenge, contact us to learn more! For an informal discussion please call Jo on 01752 421888 or apply as instructed. Sphere Solutions Ltd is a leading construction recruitment agency specialising in providing top-notch staffing solutions to the construction sector. With a strong presence in Wales, Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, and Southampton, we are committed to connecting talented professionals with the best construction job opportunities in these areas.

I have the privilege of working with this large Tier 1 contractor to recruit a Project Manager to join an existing site temporarily in Exeter and then start a new long-term scheme in Plymouth.

• Plymouth
• Permanent

You will take full responsibility for a large external refurbishment project in Plymouth, ensuring the programme is running to plan, teams are performing as they should, and health & safety are to a high standard throughout.

Accountabilities & Key Tasks:

• Manage the client, end users, contractors and labour staff.
• Source and manage the suitable supply chain.
• Ensure high standards of health, safety, environmental, and quality within site operations, delivering a high-value, safe project for the client.
• Work across disciplines (Surveying, Design Management, Buying, Planning, HR, HSE) to effectively manage contracts.
• To plan, organise, control, and coordinate the project to a satisfactory and safe completion.
• And much more….

Suitable candidates will have a successful main contracting background, ideally with a Tier 1 contractor, managing complex projects.

On offer is a salary of up to £75,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include car allowance, health care package and pension.

Next steps:

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

Sphere Solutions Ltd is a leading construction recruitment agency specialising in providing top-notch staffing solutions to the construction sector. With a strong presence in Wales, Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, and Southampton, we are committed to connecting talented professionals with the best construction job opportunities in these areas.

I’m currently recruiting for a qualified AQS or QS to work for an established subcontractor in Cardiff on a permanent contract.

• Cardiff
• Competitive salary + package

The client:

Established in 1982, our client has gained experience in completing large and prestigious projects ranging from external structural framing systems to interior finishes. They specialise in suspended ceilings, acoustic wall panels, ceiling rafts, plastering, rendering, insulated render, rain screen cladding and exterior suspended ceilings. They carry out work on schools, universities and student accommodation.

The Candidate:

• Degree qualified (preferred but not essential)
• Ideally resides locally in the area
• Full UK driving license and access to their own vehicle
• Experienced in civils or construction
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Internal finishing experience (preferred)
• Excellent Communicator with strong presentable skills
• Able to form constructive working relationships with colleagues, suppliers and clients
• Ensuring application debtors are minimised and prompt Final Accounts are settled.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Submitting Applications for Payments to clients.
• Visiting sites for valuations/variations and meetings as required
• Management of site-level change management
• Change management, compiling change notices, evaluation and agreement
• Securing payments from the customer within the specified contract terms

If you’re interested in this opportunity and would like further details, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

 

I’m working with a successful and long-standing property maintenance and refurbishment contractor to recruit a Head of Decarbonisation & Energy Services, on a national basis.

• Nationwide
• Permanent

In a nutshell, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of decarbonisation projects, developing high-performing teams and expanding the company’s market presence.

Applicants must be aware this role will require a lot of travelling, overnight stays and time spent on the road between offices & sites.

Suitable candidates will possess the following:

• CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management & Leadership, or equivalent
• Higher level qualifications within construction or similar
• Experience within a similar role is essential
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (Pitman Excel Cert – advantageous)
• CSCS Managers card
• Must have a proven background of leading teams through change and complex challenges

In return:

• Salary ranging from £70,000-£75,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Car Allowance & fuel card
• Bonus scheme
• Impressive holiday allowance, above the market average.
• Life assurance, pension other family-friendly benefits

For an in-depth and more details job description please call.

Next steps:

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888 or apply using the red button at the top of the page.

Sphere Solutions Ltd is a leading construction recruitment agency specialising in providing top-notch staffing solutions to the construction sector. With a strong presence in Wales, Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, and Southampton, we are committed to connecting talented professionals with the best construction job opportunities in these areas.