Job Description

Management Trainee - New Business

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Willmott Dixon is looking for bright, ambitious individuals to join our Management Trainee programme in New Business within our Construction South team, working on exciting projects across the South London & the South East.



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.

About the Role

As a New Business Trainee you will focus on understanding the Willmott Dixon service offering which will help you to identify viable project opportunities which the business can bid/tender for. You will also learn how to manage new and existing customer relationships in order to establish and maintain long-term partnerships and project pipelines.



Our 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 and Quantity Surveying to develop your understanding of the construction business as a whole and not just your chosen specialism of New Business.



Our management trainee programme is 2 to 5 years in duration (depending upon your entry point) and will give you the chance to earn while you learn and give you valuable work experience alongside part-time study for a level 6 qualification that is paid for by Willmott Dixon. Upon graduation from the programme you will progress into an Assistant Business Development Managerrole.

Why Willmott Dixon?

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With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose goes beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations.



We've been recently recognised as:



One of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For (Sunday Times, 2025)
In the Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality (Times, 2024)
Top Five of Europe's 1,000 Best Workplaces (Financial Times, 2025)
The first major contractor to win a King's Award for Enterprise in sustainable development


We've been running our Management Trainee scheme for over 40 years, with many of our current senior leaders having started out here!

What Makes Our Program Stand Out?

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Earn while you learn - competitive salary with increases as you progress
No student debt - we cover your tuition fees for part-time study towards a relevant qualification
Fast-track progression - a proven route into management, with most trainees stepping into Assistant Management roles upon completion
Real responsibility - you'll manage live projects, not just shadow others
Structured rotations - exposure across different functions to broaden your knowledge and skills
Recognition - opportunities to take part in Trainee Challenges and even win our coveted Trainee of the Year
Support professional memberships and accreditations i.e - CIOB, RICS etc.

What We're Looking For

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We welcome applications from:

School and college leavers with A Levels, T Levels or equivalent
Graduates (construction and non-construction degrees)
Skilled tradespeople looking to transition into management
Must hold Level 3 Qualification and above

The ideal candidate will

Have strong problem-solving and numeracy skills
Be a good communicator and collaborator
Show the drive to organise, influence and take responsibility
Bring curiosity and resilience in a fast-paced environment
Ideally, have some exposure to construction (work experience, placement or similar)
Valid driver's license

What You'll Get

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Competitive salary + annual incentive scheme
MEA - Motor Expenditure Allowance
Funded college/university/vocational study fee
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

Next Steps

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Our Management Trainee roles start in September 2026.

Applications close: 4th January 2026 Assessment centre: February/March 2026

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The content accurately represents your own experiences and qualifications
You can clearly and confidently explain all aspects of your submission
Your unique perspective comes through clearly


Should you be shortlisted you'll be asked to answer some questions via video recording. Please be aware feedback may only be available after the closing date.

Inclusion & Flexibility

We embrace diversity and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We also consider flexible and agile working requests.