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Year Out Placement - Midlands

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

Willmott Dixon

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Overview

Job details

  • Part-time

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in Warwick

    No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Currently studying a Degree in Construction Management, Site Management or Construction Project Management degree.
  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Have a valid driver's license.
  • Seeking a year-out or industry placement as part of your university course.

Nice to have

  • You have had some exposure to construction (work experience, placement or similar).

Education & certifications

To support your continued education, you'll also have the opportunity to complete your degree on a part-time basis while working, with Willmott Dixon funding your tuition fees. This allows you to earn, learn and develop your career simultaneously, whilst gaining valuable industry experience and working towards your qualification.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Competitive salary + annual incentive scheme
  • Annual car allowance
  • Pension
  • Travel expenses
  • The opportunity to work on flagship projects that make a real difference

The role

Willmott Dixon are currently recruiting for a Site Manager year out student to join our Midlands team for 12 months commencing August/September 2027. This opportunity will suit those studying a Construction Management, Site Management or Construction Project Management degree commencing their 2nd year of university and seeking a year out or industry placement. This is for a project based in Warwick.

With schemes ranging from £10m to over £200m, you'll have the opportunity to gain experience with our site teams as we progress through the different stages of project delivery.

If you're looking to gain invaluable industry experience, develop your operational expertise, and start your career with one of the UK's leading construction companies, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do

As a year out student there will be a structured training programme for you to follow, and a mentor will be allocated to assist with your progress through this.

Whilst at Willmott Dixon as year out student you will join our trainee programme and will receive:

Many of our placement students progress into trainee roles, providing a seamless transition from university into a rewarding career in construction. As a Management Trainee, you'll gain further practical experience while continuing your professional development through structured training, mentoring and real project responsibility.

Hiring process

  • The closing date for applications is Sunday 22nd November 2026.
  • Video interview invites sent by 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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