Senior Site Manager – Main Contractor
Addlestone, Surrey
Who are Walter Lilly?
Walter Lilly is a premier provider of state-of-the-art science and higher education facilities, construction and maintenance services for luxurious residential homes, iconic landmark and heritage buildings, across London and the Home Counties.
This year, the Company celebrates its 100th anniversary since our establishment in 1924.
Boasting an impressive track record of unique projects developed over the last century, we work with industry-leading architects, engineers, interior designers, and highly skilled tradespeople on a portfolio ranging from the UK's most recognisable listed attractions to cutting-edge contemporary structures.
We are now looking for a Senior Site Manager to join us on a permanent, full-time basis.
The Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Yearly discretionary performance bonus in December
- Car allowance plus reasonable travel expenses
- 26 days' annual leave per annum increasing with service plus Bank Holidays
- Two paid volunteering days per annum
- Private medical insurance, personal accident cover
- Pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
- High-quality training and continuous personal development opportunities
- Reimbursement of fees for one relevant professional body membership
- Fresh fruit, a monthly team meal, social events, and long service rewards
- Cycle to work and electric car leasing schemes
The Culture
At Walter Lilly, we work with each other and our clients in the spirit of collaboration. We recognise the expertise of those who have been with us for many years whilst investing in the next generation of rising industry stars, combining invaluable experience with fresh, innovative thinking.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to reach their full potential. We strive to create a culture where employees can bring themselves to work in line with our core values of integrity, honesty, and fairness.
Walter Lilly is committed to looking after its people and offers a range of health-related benefits including wellbeing days, an Employee Assistance Programme and support from in-house trained Mental Health First Aiders. We are also passionate about improving the local communities in which we operate, targeting tangible social value outcomes that make a meaningful difference to everyday lives and the environment.
The Role
As a Senior Site Manager, you will oversee site operations in Addlestone, supporting the delivery of all aspects of the project.
Specifically, you will be involved in the safety elements, project coordination, planning implementation, quality control, project execution and ultimate completion of the project.
You will ensure that we meet our commitments and goals through effective communication between teams, both on and off-site, and that our work is consistent with our strategy and core values.
Working collaboratively, you will operate across our business to deliver the activities schedule, whilst ensuring that we comply with business processes.
Additionally, you will manage smaller contracts within the wider project scope, acting as the primary person on-site and taking responsibility for overall successful delivery.
About You
To be considered as a Senior Site Manager, you will need to demonstrate:
- Significant experience in the construction and maintenance service sectors
- Extensive knowledge of the operational requirements to deliver projects
- The ability to plan and maintain a scale-appropriate site setup
- Extensive knowledge of safe systems of work, programme management and control
- Working knowledge of Asta Powerproject
- An awareness of the importance of change management and the associated risks
- The willingness to obtain and maintain necessary health and safety qualifications: CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid are mandatory
A construction background in science would be ideal, although not essential. The candidate will be required to undertake security clearance to attend the site.
Other organisations may call this role Site Manager, Contract Manager, Building Site Manager, or Construction Manager.
How to Apply
So, if your skill set matches the above, and the prospect of helping deliver some of the country's finest projects appeals to you, please reach out via the button shown.
Your application will be processed by Walter Lilly and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as suitable candidates apply. We therefore encourage you to submit ASAP to avoid missing out.