Construction Project Leader - Science & Higher Education

Construction Project Leader - Science & Higher Education
Windlesham, Surrey (site-based) with flexibility to attend projects in London and the Home Counties

Who Is Walter Lilly?

Walter Lilly is a premier provider of construction and maintenance services for luxurious residential homes, iconic landmark and heritage buildings, and state-of-the-art science and higher education facilities 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 now seek a Project Leader to join our Science & Higher Education Division 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
- Flexible and hybrid working patterns where appropriate
- 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 Project Leader, you will oversee the consistent delivery of a range of construction projects, by leading the full project lifecycle.

You will develop and implement a project strategic plan and workflow, including contractual obligations and required resources. You will mitigate risk so that projects are delivered safely, within timeframes, within budget and to agreed standards.

Emphasising quality and safety, you will implement a safety-first culture for all staff and sub-contractors, whilst monitoring team compliance with our quality management systems and our client’s requirements.

Additionally, your role will involve:

- Ensuring correct systems are in place to issue design information
- Leading project procurement strategy and delivery
- Implementing commercial and procurement risk mitigation strategies
- Establishing and maintaining excellent communication with stakeholders
- Overseeing the environmental impact of site activities

About You

To be considered as a Project Leader, you will ideally demonstrate the following:

- Previous construction experience in the science and/or higher education sector would be advantageous
- The ability to manage multiple projects of varying size and complexity
- A hands-on leader
- The foresight to plan, manage and coordinate all resources needed to deliver the project
- Extensive experience working in operational, live environments
- Extensive temporary works, scaffolding and logistics experience
- Knowledge of safe work systems
- Strong knowledge of programme management and control
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
- CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid qualifications

Other organisations may call this role Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Construction Project 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.