Design Manager - Main Contractor in Windlesham

Design Manager – Main Contractor
Windlesham, Surrey

Who Is Walter Lilly?

Walter Lilly is a premier provider of construction and maintenance services for iconic landmark and heritage buildings, and state-of-the-art science and higher education facilities across London and the Home Counties.

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 UKs most recognisable listed attractions to cutting-edge contemporary structures.

We now seek a Design Manager to join us on a permanent, full-time basis.

The Benefits

This is the ideal role for a talented Design Manager with a background in large-scale science laboratory projects to progress their career with a top-tier construction contractor.

You will have the chance to work at the heart of complex, high-profile projects, where your ideas, decisions, and expertise drive solutions that make a visible, lasting difference.

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.

The Role

As a Design Manager, you will oversee the design process for construction projects, delivering technically compliant, co-ordinated, and cost-efficient design packages.

Creating a collaborative environment for all project associates, you will ensure all design information meets customers requirements and conforms to building regulations.

You will manage the release of design information and technical drawings, leading design workshops Reviewing and validating design details. Providing technical guidance for each project, you will track the quality, progress, and compliance of designs and conduct design assurance reviews to align the output with commercial requirements.

You will also:

– Monitor risks, manage change impacts, and identify opportunities
– Select and overseespecialist subcontractors
– Produce handover manuals and maintain accurate project records
– Support document controllers with the common data environment
– Oversee samples, mock-ups, and approvals

About You

To be considered as a Design Manager, you will need to demonstrate:

– Proven experience in managing the design process on large-scale science laboratory projects
– Experience of main contractor design management
– Experience with managing Design and Build or Contractor Design Portions
– A track record of successfully managing people and processes
– A deep understanding of UK planning procedures, building regulations, CDM Regulations, and other third-party requirements
– An understanding of software such as AutoDesk, Revit, BIM Collab, or Navisworks
– An understanding of cyber and physical security and discretion and diligence in handling sensitive information
– A relevant professional qualification or working towards (MCIOB, RIBA, RICS)
– An appropriate CSCS card
– The ability to commute to Windlesham

Other organisations may call this role Lead Designer, Construction Designer, Design Engineer, Senior Design Engineer, Construction Design Manager, Building Design Manager, or Project Design Manager.

How to Apply

So, if your skill set matches the above, 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.