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Graduate Trainee Programme - Wales & West

On-site in Bristol·Part-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 7 Oct)

Willmott Dixon

48 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Part-time

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in Bristol

    No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Competitive salary + annual incentive scheme
  • Annual car allowance
  • Funded college/university/vocational study
  • Pension and life assurance
  • Laptop and mobile phone
  • Travel expenses
  • Book allowance
  • Training and study leave
  • The opportunity to work on flagship projects that make a real difference

The role

Launch your career in construction with our Graduate programmes within the Wales & West region. Based from our offices in Bristol, Cardiff, and Exeter, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience working on exciting construction projects across South Wales, Greater Bristol, Somerset, Devon and Cornwall, helping to shape the communities of tomorrow.

How you'll work

Our programme is 2 to 3 years in duration (depending upon your level of academic achievement) and will give you the chance to earn, learn and gain real experience alongside a part-time study for a relevant qualification that is paid for by Willmott Dixon.

What Makes Our Programme Stand Out?

  • Earn, learn and gain real experience - competitive salary with annual increases as you progress.
  • No student debt.
  • Structured rotations - exposure across different functions including site management, quantity surveying, design, preconstruction and more.
  • Fast-track progression - a proven route into management, with most trainees stepping into Assistant Management roles upon completion.
  • Real responsibility - you'll support the delivery of live projects.
  • You will be allocated a buddy from day one.
  • Recognition - opportunities to take part in trainee challenges, trainee away days, CITB college and even win our coveted Trainee of the Year.
  • Support professional memberships and accreditations i.e - CIOB, RICS etc.

Starting in September 2027, we have opportunities in the following disciplines:

Site Management: You play a vital role in turning plans into reality, leading the safe and efficient delivery of construction projects from start to finish.

Building Services Manager (Mechanical & Electrical): you will develop and assist with the mechanical and electrical strategy and delivery of services during preconstruction and delivery phases of the project. Providing leadership to the supply chain to drive high-quality technical solutions that meet budgets and timescales.

Quantity Surveying: Your role is about managing the costs of a project on site. This will include preparing tender and contract documents, weighing up commercial risks, procuring the best supply chain and managing payments for completed work.

Planning: You play a key role in bringing construction projects to life, creating detailed schedules and coordinating activities to ensure projects are delivered on time and within programme.

Environmental: Drive environmental performance across projects by reducing risk, identifying opportunities, and promoting sustainable practices. Monitor compliance with legal and company standards and provide clear performance feedback.

Essential Criteria

  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Have a valid driver's license.
  • You will need to be degree qualified by September 2027.
    - (Building Services) Degree equivalent in Building Services, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • (Desirable) You have had some exposure to construction (work experience, placement or similar).

Hiring process

  • Our Management Trainee roles start in September 2027.
  • Applications closing date 22nd November 2026
  • Video interview invites sent by the 18th December 2026.
  • Assessment centre or panel interview to take place in early 2027.

About Willmott Dixon

Industry
Construction

In their own words

About the company & team

Willmott Dixon is a privately owned contractor with a purpose beyond profit - delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment for future generations.

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