Graduate Trainee Programme - Wales & West

Willmott Dixon; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual car allowance

Funded college/university/vocationaly

Pension and life assurance

Laptop and mobile phone

Travel expenses

Training and study leave

Flagship projects

Job summary

Willmott Dixon invites applications for its Graduate Trainee Programme covering Wales & West, based from Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter. You will gain hands-on experience across South Wales, Greater Bristol, Somerset, Devon and Cornwall, helping shape communities of tomorrow while earning, learning and pursuing a relevant qualification funded by Willmott Dixon.

Starting in September 2027, opportunities in Site Management, Building Services Manager (Mechanical & Electrical), Quantity

Qualifications

• Must be degree qualified by September 2027.
• Desirable exposure to construction (work experience, placement or similar).
• Right to work in the UK and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Site Management

Building Services (M&E)

Quantity Surveying

Planning

Environmental

Education

Degree by September 2027

Degree in Building Services / Electrical / Mechanical

Job description

Graduate Trainee Programme - Wales & West

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.

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.

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.
• 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 Surveyin g: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.

• 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).

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
• Training and study leave
• The opportunity to work on flagship projects that make a real difference