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Year Out Placement

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

Willmott Dixon

35 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Part-time

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in London

    No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

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

Nice to have

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

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 Interiors are looking for a year out placement student studying either Quantity Surveying or Construction management to join our team for 12 months commencing in the summer of 2027. The placement will be based in London at one of our existing projects so you will need to be flexible and open to some travel.

We will consider applicants who are studying the following degrees:

What you'll do

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

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

Year Out Placement - (Willmott Dixon Interiors)

  • Quantity Surveying
  • Construction Management

With our projects ranging from around £10m to over £100m, you'll have the opportunity to gain experience across different teams, sectors and stages of construction while building the foundations for a long-term career with Willmott Dixon.

The Placement

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:

Start Building Your Future

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

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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