Meet Rhys: Our divisional director leading the way for Landmark and Heritage
We are thrilled to introduce Rhys Sumpton as our Divisional Director for our Landmark and Heritage division. Our Landmark and Heritage market spans the nation’s most iconic historic and culturally important structures within London and the South East; from Southwark Cathedral to the Palace of Westminster, Café Royal to Cadogan Hall, and from the Newport … Continue reading
UK Construction Week 2022
As UK Construction week wrapped up yesterday at the NEC in Birmingham, there has been a continued focus on the BIM developments in the industry and a refreshing increase in attention within construction to achieve ‘Net Zero’ on current and future projects. It is fantastic to see conversations and forward-thinking surrounding Net Zero, and the … Continue reading
Recognising International Diversity Month
Here at Walter Lilly, we recognise October as International Diversity Month. Last week we kicked things off early by celebrating National Inclusion Week. Inclusion Week is a campaign dedicated to celebrating diversity and promoting action to create more inclusive workplaces. We joined our sister companies within the Renew Holdings plc group and answered the very … Continue reading
Significant milestone achieved at our London Institute of Medical Sciences project
It has been a momentous week for the team at our London Institute of Medical Sciences project, with end users taking partial possession of the building on Monday. The team have been working tirelessly in preparation for the Client to take occupation of levels 2 to 6, and at the end of last week they … Continue reading
Works commence at Phillimore Gardens
Works are well underway on site at Phillimore Gardens, a detached property within the exclusive Holland Park Conservation Area, apart of the Phillimore Estate. It is one of the 205 dwellings built in the 1850’s by Charles Phillimore and Joseph Gordon Davis and remains in the control of the Phillimore Trust to this day. The … Continue reading
Meet James Hayward: Our new Head of Planning at Walter Lilly
Please join us in congratulating James Hayward, promoted to Head of Planning at Walter Lilly. James originally joined as a Trainee Manager in 2012, following a degree in Construction Engineering Management from Loughborough University through our sponsored student programme. James was initially placed in the planning department following his graduation to gain an insight into … Continue reading
Walter Lilly returned to Brands Hatch for 11th year of Cyclothon racing
Hosted by sports event organiser, VU Limited, the annual Cyclothon is an amazing fundraising event that challenges cyclists across a 23-mile relay circuit at Brands Hatch. Known for its testing and ‘hilly’ features, the track puts the competitors cycling skills to the test. Returning for our 11th year, Walter Lilly entered two teams into the … Continue reading
Recognising International Charity Day
Today for International Day of Charity (5th September) we are reflecting on some of the fantastic charities we have supported so far this year, and the fundraising efforts achieved by the Walter Lilly team. All of our team have the benefit of two ‘CSR days’ per year which are afforded to all staff to enable … Continue reading
HQR Summer Ball 2022
The HQR Summer Ball returned with a bang in 2022 following a disappointing two-year break due to the Pandemic. The Ball, organised on behalf of the High Quality Residential construction contingent proved to be yet another success with guests from main contracting, architecture, engineering, quantity surveying, interior design, services and many specialist trade subcontractors attending. … Continue reading
Meet Andrew Provost: Our new Head of Design at Walter Lilly
Please join us in congratulating Andrew Provost, who has been promoted to the position of Head of Design at Walter Lilly. Originally joining as a Trainee Design Manager in 2014 through our sponsored student programme, Andrew has a degree in Architectural Engineering and Design Management. Since then, he has obtained his MCIOB chartership and has … Continue reading
Congratulations to Walter Lilly’s Graduates, class of 2022
As another summer comes to an end, we are delighted to congratulate six more of our sponsored and day release students on their hard earned and well-deserved degrees! Ben Murrin – Construction Engineering Management Ruari Ward – Construction Engineering Management Asharrn Falconer – Construction Engineering Management Bradley Cheeseman – Commercial Management & Quantity Surveying Jordan … Continue reading
Sympathetic refurbishment and restoration work commences at Highfields Park
We are thrilled to announce that works on our recently awarded East Sussex country estate project, Highfields Park have commenced. The project comprises the restoration and refurbishment of an existing 1300m2 Grade II listed country home with an enlarged basement area, and the demolition and redevelopment of the existing swimming pool wing. Also included is … Continue reading