Commercial Lead / Commercial Manager
Location: Exeter

Your New Company:
Join one of the UK’s leading national main contractors, a renowned player in the construction and property development sector. With a strong reputation for delivering large-scale projects across the country, this company is now embarking on a flagship scheme in Exeter.

The Project:
This exciting opportunity revolves around the largest Passivhaus scheme in the student accommodation sector. The project will deliver 1,700 new build student units and the refurbishment of 300 existing units. The buildings will range from 3 to 8 storeys in height. The construction phase is set to begin in July 2025.

Role Overview:
As the Commercial Lead / Commercial Manager, you will oversee the commercial aspects of the project, ensuring effective management of budgets, contracts, and overall financial performance. Your expertise will be crucial to delivering this prestigious scheme on time and within budget.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience from a Tier 1 main contractor background, particularly in large new build projects. You should be degree qualified and have a proven track record of managing complex, high-value projects (preferably in excess of £100M). Experience with projects of a similar nature or in the student accommodation sector is highly desirable.

If you have the relevant experience and are eager to take on a leadership role in one of the UK’s most exciting construction projects, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career.

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.

 

Senior Project Manager / Project Director

Location: Exeter

£100,000-£120,000 & Senior Package

A leading National Main Contractor, recognized as one of the UK’s top construction and property development businesses, is seeking to appoint a Senior Project Manager / Project Director for a prestigious project in Exeter Circ. £260m.

The project involves the largest Passivhaus scheme in the Student Accommodation sector, which includes the construction of 1,700 new build units and the refurbishment of 300 existing units. The buildings will range from 3 to 8 storeys, with construction slated to begin in July 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the project, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Manage the project team, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure successful delivery.
• Monitor progress and resolve issues to maintain timelines and budget adherence.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, particularly in sustainability and building codes.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience with a Main Contractor (Tier 1 contractors preferred) in managing large-scale New Build projects.
• Degree-qualified with a strong background in construction management.
• Track record of successfully delivering projects of similar size and value.
• Experience in managing complex schemes, including refurbishments and high-rise builds, is highly desirable.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further information, please contact Jo Lambert at your earliest convenience.

Town Planner

Exeter

£55,000-£70,000

With quality and delivery at the heart of everything they do, this housebuilder is different from the rest and pride themselves on the high-quality homes they build.

They have an exciting opportunity for a Town Planner to join their friendly team in Exeter.

About the role….

• Take responsibility for delivering profitable development opportunities to meet targets and programmes
• Progress and manage the planning processes
• Provide town planning advice
• Assess planning risks prior to land purchase, considering all planning issues and investigate to quantify any risks
• Consider all planning issues in connection with the land e.g. archaeological, ecological, highways, services, TIA’s, EIA’s, BNG, etc
• Attend meetings with Parish Councils and other bodies as appropriate.
• Assess and respond to Committee agendas / reports and represent the Company at planning committees
• Ensure that the Development Director is advised of all matters at all times
• Liaise with in-house or external architects
• Prepare project development assessments

Please note that the above is just a small snippet of the job, a full job description can be sent on request.

This is a permanent and full-time role, offering a salary up to £70,000 & package. Benefits include a Car Allowance, bonus scheme, Private medical Insurance and much more…

Suitable candidates will possess the following:

• Relevant and recent experience in a similar role within housing
• Good knowledge of local Authority policy requirements
• Good relationships with relevant local Authorities and Planning Consultants
• Member of the RTPI of degree level in T&C planning

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 recruiting for an M&E Quantity Surveyor required for a Tier 1 contractor in Plymouth, you will join an experienced commercial team and take responsibility for the large M&E package of an ongoing scheme.

• Plymouth
• Permanent

The day job….

• Provide commercial input to the Civils package, including financial and contractual performance forecasts.
• Manage valuations, project cashflows, and turnover forecasts, including monthly cost reports and progress records.
• Provide legal and contractual advice on orders and changes, handling notices and subcontractor administration.
• Lead and manage junior staff, ensuring workload targets, deadlines, and commercial tasks are met and updated monthly.
• Ensure cash flow is maximised including ensuring payments are received on time.

What are we looking for?

• Prior experience working for a Contractor as a QS.
• Technical understanding of MEP systems.
• A clear understanding of the different forms of contracts, specifically NEC.
• The ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team.

On offer….

• Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Competitive car package
• New and enhanced family-friendly policies
• Pension Scheme
• Hybrid working available

Next steps:

For an informal discussion please call Abbie 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 working on a unique opportunity to join a Tier 1 contractor as a Digital Construction Manager.

• Plymouth or Exeter
• Permanent

Ultimately, you will enable the use of appropriate tools and technologies to support effective project delivery.

Duties will include:

• Monitor the completion of the IM Gateway forms across all tenders to fulfil assurance procedures relating to early assessment of design team capability and internal resource considerations.
• Responsible for ensuring Exchange Information Requirements and Asset Information requirements are responded to and delivered across relevant projects.
• Responsible for ensuring the use of the common data environment to manage, share and exchange information, adhering to ISO 19650 across relevant projects.
• Support and audit the project team to ensure standards, methods and procedures using specified software/workflows are in use,
• Share best practices with the Head of Digital Construction and work on continued improvement of PLM resources.
• Responsible for promoting digital strategies that are implemented across the business and projects and provide feedback to the Senior Digital Construction Manager to ensure progress is being made and commitment to documentation is being observed.

Suitable candidates:

• Good understanding of the ISO 19650 series of documents
• Can discuss in detail open BIM standards such as IFC and COBie to support information interoperability.
• Enthusiastic and keen to use new technologies to improve traditional ways of working.
• Innovative by sharing ideas and challenging standard practices.
• Understanding and has experience with appropriate software tools to view and interrogate models.

This role can be based in one of two regional offices – Plymouth or Exeter.

On offer is a salary of between £40,000-£60,000 depending on experience and qualifications. As well as an impressive benefits package.

Next steps:

For an informal discussion please call Abbie 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.

This is a unique opportunity to work with a thriving group, overseeing a successful portfolio of construction-related businesses.

• Newton Abbot
• Hybrid working
• Permanent

My client is looking for someone to take their digital marketing to the next level.

• Develop and implement digital marketing strategies – social media, advertising, email marketing, display ads, SEO, SEM and PPC.
• Build and maintain the brand presence across the group
• Work closely with the sales teams and Senior Management to improve the group-wide result
• Prepare reports on the performance of marketing campaigns, monitor campaign budgets and use your initiative to present new ideas
• And more…

Suitable candidates:

• Must have proven experience as a Digital Content Creator/Marketing Executive
• High-level writing and editing skills in English and Maths
• Knowledge and experience of CMS, SEO and web traffic metrics
• Competent user of Adobe Creative Suite, Video editing software and other design softwares.

On offer is a salary of up to £36,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Hybrid working arrangements on offer with Newton Abbot being the main office but their will be the occasional need to travel to other regional offices in Plymouth and Cornwall.

Next steps:

For an informal discussion please call Abbie 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.

Are you looking for a new role in Buying / Procurement?

• Exeter
• Permanent

Sphere Solutions is seeking an experienced Buyer with construction experience to join a well-established contractor in their regional office in Exeter.

With at least 5 years experience of experience as a Buyer, this opportunity will suit an individual that had a proven track record in procuring materials, is commercially aware and has excellent negotiation skills.

The role:

• Procure all materials for the best possible price
• Mentor junior team members
• Analyse current supply chain price agreements / obtain competitive prices
• Compare suppliers’ quotes and analyse prices against tender allowances
• Research product information and alternative products
• Assist the accounts department to resolve/ avoid invoice queries
• Measure quantities of materials if required

The person:

• Proven experience in a similar role with construction experience and knowledge
• Highly organised/ Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• Good negotiation skills
• Comprehensive understanding of MS Excel & Outlook

Construction qualification preferred but not essential

For an informal discussion please call Abbie 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.