Graduate Management Trainee

BPIC Network; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Exeter is seeking a Graduate Management Trainee for its programme in Design Management. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain real responsibility from day one, with exposure to various functions like Site Management and Quantity Surveying. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree and good communication skills. The program lasts 2 to 3 years, leading to progression into Assistant roles in Design Management, Site Management, or Quantity Surveying.

Qualifications

• Graduates from any degree are welcome.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Driven individuals who can take responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Participate in various placements within the business.
• Manage real life flagship construction projects.
• Support professional memberships like CIOB & RICS.

Skills

Good Communicational Skills

Organisational Skills

Exposure to Construction

Education

Degree in Construction or Relevant Field

Job description

Exeter, United Kingdom | Posted on 13/11/2025

Our Client Willmott Dixon is looking for bright and ambitious graduate to join our Management Trainee programme in Design Management within our Construction Wales & West, working on exciting projects throughout South West.

This is more than just a first job in construction, it’s a launch pad for future leaders. Our program gives you real responsibility from day one, structured learning, and the chance to help shape communities through the buildings we deliver.

This programme will give you a great foundation; you will get exposure to many areas of our business through placements in different disciplines such as Site Management, Estimating and Quantity Surveying to develop your understanding of the construction business as a whole and not just your chosen specialism of Design Management / Site Management / Quantity Surveying.

This graduate management trainee programme is 2 to 3 years in duration (depending upon your degree). We welcome applications from graduates studying a construction related degree (2‑year programme) as well as graduates from other subjects (3‑year programme). Upon graduation from the programme, you will progress into an Assistant Design Manager / Assistant Site manager / Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles.

Requirements

• Graduates (Construction or non-construction degrees)
• Good Communicational Skills
• Valid Drivers License
• Driven to organise and take responsibility
• Ideal Exposure to Construction (work experience, placement or similar)
• Opportunity to work on real life flagship projects and managing live projects
• Exposure across different functions to broaden your knowledge and skills
• Support Professional memberships and accreditations i.e - CIOB & RICS
• Fast‑track progression – a proven route into management, with most trainees stepping into Assistant roles