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Assistant Site Manager - Main Contractor
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 an Assistant Site Manager 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
- 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 an Assistant Site Manager, you'll oversee the safe, efficient and timely delivery of all site operational aspects of the project.

Contributing to day-to-day short-term project planning, you’ll ensure that project delivery is consistent with our strategy, goals and quality standards, contribute to effective communication between teams and assist with organising contractors.

You’ll ensure compliance with health and safety standards and contract requirements, motivating teams to achieve their weekly targets and promoting a culture of teamwork.

Additionally, you will:

- Assist with the production of the Site Environmental Plan
- Contribute to the Design and Procurement Schedule
- Contribute to construction design detailing
- Produce progress reports

About You

To be considered as an Assistant Site Manager, you will need to demonstrate:

- Previous experience in a similar role
- Good working knowledge of safe systems of work
- Good knowledge of programme management and control
- An understanding of the importance of change management and the associated risks
- An understanding of critical path activities and potential mitigation measures
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to use all MS Office applications and basic working knowledge of Asta Power Project
- Willingness to obtain and maintain CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid qualifications

A full, valid driving licence would be beneficial to your application, as would experience in the science & higher education sector.

Other organisations may refer to this role as Assistant Contracts Manager, Assistant Construction Manager, Assistant Construction Project Manager, Assistant Site Supervisor, or Construction Site Supervisor.

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