Willmott Dixon Group

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Willmott Dixon Group Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
Jun 14, 2025
Full time
Willmott Dixon are currently recruiting for an IT Procurement Manager to join their IT team. This role can be done remotely but may require travel for meetings to our head office in Letchworth Garden City, or to other locations as needed, according to business needs. This is a fixed term contract role (9 to 12 months FTC). The IT Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing procurement processes, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring effective asset and licensing management within the organization. You will be involved in strategic planning, negotiation, and coordination to ensure that Willmott Dixon acquires the necessary goods and services efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and standards. The IT Procurement Manager will ensure that Willmott Dixon realises value from their partners and suppliers' relationships, including Licence Solution Partners and other software resellers. You will also be responsible for defining and implementing internal compliance activities and reviews and responding to and managing vendor audits. Some of the duties / responsibilities within the role will include: Providing procurement and contractual support to the organisation through the end-to-end management of the procurement process. Reviewing spend, identifying areas for cost savings, internal process improvements and improved supplier performance. Reviewing and negotiating optimum commercial terms for Willmott Dixon. Defining and implementing guidelines and procedures for ensuring compliance and governance for contracts and assets. Analysing data to identify trends and opportunities for improvements and cost optimisation. Ensuring that the best possible prices are negotiated for IT equipment and licences using supplier benchmarking activities. Leading and managing tendering and RFP processes for large contracts and conducting partner and supplier contract reviews, renewals and terminations. Ensuring effective contract management and identifying and managing risks that may arise through the operation of the contract. Ensuring that accurate records are kept for all contracts and assets, providing regular reports with metrics and central repository for all documentation. Essential criteria Proven experience in procurement, vendor management, supplier relationship management, asset management Experience of compliance ensuring regulations and industry standards are followed. Budget & financial management Excellent negotiation skills and commitment to sustainable practices Strong team leadership and development Ability to analyse data and trends to drive improvements and cost reduction. Knowledge of ITIL framework Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable criteria Professional certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) Prince 2 Foundation HAM and SAM Practitioner Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full / heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "big" Companies (2022) to work for and the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon Group
May 30, 2025
Full time
The Role Are you ready to lead the design process on some of the most exciting and innovative projects in the region? Willmott Dixon is seeking a Design Manager to support our diverse range of projects across the North West. Based out of our Oldham office, you'll enjoy a hybrid working model with time split between the office, home, and onsite locations. The Project As a Design Manager, you'll take ownership of the design process, fostering collaboration across disciplines and driving project success. Leading the design on projects ranging from 10m to 100m across the following sectors: Education, Leisure, Transport, Blue Light, Commercial and Residential. You'll oversee, monitor, and report on design programmes, ensuring high-quality outputs that align with project goals and budgets. Key responsibilities include: Leading the design process to produce accurate information that meets agreed specifications and cost plans. Managing the appointment and performance of consultants in line with their deed and agreed scope of services. Developing a design programme with consultants to meet whole-life programme milestones. Delivering cost-effective, innovative technical solutions. Chairing design team meetings and driving action plans to completion. Ensuring designs meet all statutory and regulatory approvals, with comprehensive tracking and documentation. With a robust pipeline of projects and a transparent outlook, you'll have the confidence that you're joining a stable business with a fantastic culture. About You: We're looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a passion for innovative construction solutions. Key skills and attributes include: Strong leadership and communication skills. Attention to detail and the ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary teams. Experience in developing and managing design programmes. Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements relevant to construction design. The ability to produce cost-effective and creative technical solutions. Additional Information Why Choose Us? At Willmott Dixon, we pride ourselves on delivering projects that inspire, using sustainable solutions and modern construction methods. Join a team that values your growth and supports your career development in a role where no two days are the same. You'll gain exposure to multiple sectors, work alongside some of the industry's best minds, and contribute to the design phase of transformational construction projects.
Willmott Dixon Group Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
May 30, 2025
Full time
The Role Willmott Dixon are looking to recruit an experienced People Administrator (HR Administrator) to join our People Support Centre team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone that is looking to be a part of an established people focussed organisation. If you are a customer focussed people professional, looking to utilise your skills as part of a supportive team, then this role is for you! This is a hybrid role, you will be required to work 3 days per week at our Head Office in Letchworth Garden City, with some travel to our local offices in Hitchin and London, and 2 days per week home based. As a People Administrator, you will be responsible for: Proactively assisting people with queries and advice and escalating where necessary Providing comprehensive administration support relating to the employee lifecycle; new starters including onboarding and probations, contractual changes, benefits, and leavers Working as a team to ensure the People Support Centre delivers a fast and efficient service and achieves a high percentage of first-time resolution Providing administrative support to our local Heads of People and People Managers participating in formal meetings as note taker when appropriate Understanding our benefits offering and how our people can access them Ensure records, including all relevant systems, are kept up-to-date and are accurately maintained Provide necessary management information, reports, and statistical analysis Actively participate in people support centre projects as appropriate Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential and Desirable Criteria The skills/experience you will need as a People Administrator include: Strong administration experience and attention to detail Experience of working in an HR shared services centre would be an advantage but is not essential Excellent IT skills, in particular Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Excellent communication skills Excellent time management skills Ideally working toward or have a CIPD Level 3 Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. You will also benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "big" Companies (2022) to work for and the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon Group Gateshead, Tyne And Wear
Feb 04, 2025
Full time
Assistant Social Value Manager Willmott Dixon is seeking an Assistant Social Vale Manager for an exciting role based in the North East. This is an ideal role for someone highly motivated, ambitious and looking to make a real difference in the communities where we work. You will play a lead role in organising and delivering community projects and supporting the delivery of careers and skills programmes around the North East area, based from the Gateshead office in Newcastle. You will also play a key role in supporting our apprentices and work experience placements to ensure they get the most from their time spent with us. This position would suit someone full of energy, exceptionally organised and has a keen eye for detail. We're looking for someone that has the confidence to build networks and deliver training programmes to a group of people both face to face and virtually. Duties and Responsibilities Plan and deliver social value activities that are tailored to customer and business needs Support other business functions (supply chain, commercial teams) to ensure social value is delivered through our partners effectively. Working with our teams and customers to understand local communities and arranging community projects; Delivering high impact programmes that support people on the path to good careers; Actively supporting apprentices and work experience placements to ensure they get the most from their experience; Arranging networking sessions on behalf of the social value team; Accurately recording and reporting performance of projects against relevant KPIs Communicating with customers on the social value activities delivered for them Essential and Desirable Criteria Able to use Microsoft suite of office programmes including Excel, Word, Outlook Good level of education including Maths and English (both written and spoken). Full UK driving licence. Desirable: Degree educated. Facilitation/coaching experience or training. Social Sustainability related degree. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon, we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us We reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, discounted or full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme.
Willmott Dixon Group City, London
Feb 04, 2025
Full time
Senior Proposals Manager (Development Solutions) Willmott Dixon are seeking a Senior Proposals Manager (Development Solutions) to join our strategic bid team based in London (hybrid). The strategic bid team supports our ambition to grow the business by ensuring that we secure business critical national frameworks, bid for Department for Education projects and this new role of bidding for Development opportunities as part of our dedicated National Development Solutions Team. The Development Solutions team plays a pivotal role in securing long term land, development and regeneration led projects supporting the long term growth across all areas of our operational geography. Typical multi sector contracts we target and secure are circa £100m - £500m over 5 -10yrs. The main duties of this Senior Proposals Manager is to manage the quality of submissions and actively work with our Strategic Head of Proposals and the Development Solutions team to develop compelling, customer centric and strategic quality bid submissions. You will have a strong understanding of the end to end (campaign/capture - submission and lessons learnt) bidding best practice process and have an appetite for curiosity, innovation and continual learning and improvement. You'll also support creation of clear and effective customer presentations and provide creative ideas and initiatives throughout the end to end bid process. You will lead and deliver up to four bids per year, which provides an opportunity for anyone who has had enough of bid churn and wants to spread their wings and demonstrate/implement bidding best and next practice at its highest standard. Having the time to think strategically and innovatively within a team of likeminded, energetic, high performing professionals. Role Criteria You will ideally have experience as a Bid/Proposals Writer or Manager and preferably have experience within Marketing and Communications and worked in the world of land, regeneration or development. You are happy to work remotely as well as in the London office on average of 2/3 days per week depending on task/activities. You will be able to create and edit high quality written responses to achieve high quality, winning bids/submissions that meet the requirements and expectations of our customers. Knowledge and experience of the Adobe Suite, particularly InDesign is desirable, but full training will be provided if required. Experience of leading capture planning and delivering campaign and influencing strategies and plans. Experience of facilitating tender launch, win themes workshops, competitor/rival analysis, answer plan sessions, and managing the tender and quality response review process. Experience of bid writing and bid editing, creating compelling and persuasive responses. Meticulous organisational skills: management of content library and stakeholder/subject expert leadership/management. Experience of using Microsoft Office. Use of Adobe Indesign and Photoshop. UKAPMP membership and certified desirable. What you'll bring to the role Strategic, customer-focused thinking:Ability to identify key value propositions, competitive advantages and differentiators that help us stand out in the competitive bidding process, with the customer at the heart of every proposal Creativity and writing:Crafting compelling narratives and persuasive proposals is a central aspect of the job; you'll take pride in effectively communicating our response to customer needs through well written, engaging proposal content. Problem solving:It's usual to encounter complex challenges during the proposal development process, such as aligning diverse ideas from multiple stakeholders, addressing technical complexities or mitigating risks. You'll enjoy the problem-solving aspect of this role, finding solutions that meet both customer requirements and internal needs, then sharing any learning with the team and wider business. Leadership and teamwork:Our Proposals Managers work closely with cross-functional teams, including estimators, designers, engineers and subject matter experts. You'll enjoy collaborating with diverse professionals, leveraging their expertise and fostering teamwork to develop comprehensive and well-rounded proposals, while providing the team with positive leadership throughout the bid process. Bidding best practice:With a passion for ensuring bidding best and next practice on every proposal, you'll have extensive experience of storyboarding (answer planning), drafting, peer reviews, formatting and submission, and onto lessons learned and feedback analysis. Desire to learn:Our industry is dynamic and ever-evolving, with new technologies, methods, and trends emerging constantly. You'll enjoy staying updated on industry developments, learning about new innovations and implementing best practices to enhance the proposal development process. Additional Information Are you an innovator, are you curious? We are not afraid to think big and embrace innovative new ideas to make sure we deliver a better, stronger, and more personal offer and exceed our customers' expectations. Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer.
Willmott Dixon Group Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Senior Planner Willmott Dixon are currently looking to recruit a Senior Planner to our London & East construction business. With offices in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, and Chelmsford (Essex), we deliver projects across multiple sectors within north London, the northern home counties and East Anglia. This will be a hybrid role. As a Senior Planner you will be providing robust planning support at pre-construction stages developing tender programmes for submission documents and possibly supporting (advisory) our site operations teams as required. As a Senior Planner you will be collaborating closely with our supply chain partners developing good quality logical programmes and associated work for projects on site. You will be instrumental in planning resources for projects (often in live environments) in collaboration with the other members of the project and supply chain - as well as project resource requirements for future workloads. You will have experience of identifying complex project issues early to reduce the impact on working programmes. The Role Key Responsibilities: Lead the preconstruction planning process, including project scheduling, resource planning, and identifying critical milestones Develop detailed project programmes and schedules using industry-leading planning software Identify and mitigate project risks, recommending contingency plans as needed Collaborate with the design and estimating teams to ensure buildability and optimized construction sequences Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential Criteria Minimum relevant level 4 qualification or equivalent (HNC/NVQ4) Ideally experience of accurate programming and sequencing of complex refurbishment projects Ideally from a main contracting background Understanding of latest construction technology Experience of using Elecosoft Power Project Experience of reading and accurately interpreting drawings, specification and other construction information Experience of working with supply chain and having interaction with customers and communities Desirable Criteria Relevant degree or equivalent qualification NEC forms of contract experience Claims or dispute experience would be advantageous Appropriate membership of relevant professional body Identify your customers' needs and expectations and strive to deliver them Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full / heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose beyond profit is to deliver brilliant buildings, transform lives, strengthen communities, and enhance the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and trusted privately owned business where our people can thrive. Construction is changing and we are at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry. It truly is an amazing company in one of the most exciting industries with a vast array of professional career paths. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "Big" Companies (2022) to work for and already holds the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2022 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon Group Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
We are expanding our delivery team and recruiting a Site Manager due to growth and a strong pipeline of secured projects in our London & East region. This region includes north London, the northern home counties and East Anglia. Our aim is for you to be a part of our team to deliver projects close to home across multiple sectors including leisure, education, blue light, residential and healthcare. As a Site Manager at Willmott Dixon, you will be part of our one team ethos that delivers quality projects on time whilst also having a positive impact on the local community. The Role As a Site Manager at Willmott Dixon the key responsibilities will include: Reporting to the Construction Manager, the successful Site Manager will manage the delivery of projects safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality. Establish standards of quality on-site and ensure delivery of a quality build in accordance with the project specifications and project requirements. Adopt the principles of the Considerate Constructor's Scheme and manage community relations. Ensure appropriate site image is maintained to encourage repeat business. Undertake the works in the most economic manner to eliminate waste and avoid non-recoverable costs and preliminary losses. Monitor and work to the agreed preliminary budget. Produce and develop project programmes and control operations to achieve delivery of the project on time. Organise the works and supply chain to provide the right working environment to avoid disruption between trades. Understand the client priorities and adopt a professional and considerate approach to maintain good working relations. Maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental management. Manage project handover and ensure defect/snag free completion. Support the strategy for the closure of defects during defects period and obtain a certificate of Making Good Defects within targets set. Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential and Desirable Criteria Proven track record of successfully delivering construction projects as part of a wider team The ability to read and accurately interpret programmes, drawings and technical specifications Understanding and appropriately sharing build programmes Managing the supply chain, direct employees and consultants Proactively liaising with customers and the supply chain Minimum relevant level 4 qualification (HNC/NVQ4 etc) or equivalent Appropriate CSCS card SMSTS certificate First Aid at Work certificate. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. We reward our people generously with a competitive salary and a market-leading benefits package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, discounted or full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "big" Companies (2022) to work for and the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon Group Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Estimator Willmott Dixon Construction are looking to recruit a Estimator to join our supportive, forward thinking business based in Nottingham. You will be joining a team of highly skilled professionals who are passionate about their work and share in the continued success of the business. The main role of an Estimator at Willmott Dixon is to manage commercial activities with a high degree of acumen whilst identifying opportunities to add value throughout the project process. In doing so you will price selected trades from first principles using agreed Willmott Dixon outputs. You will also be able to produce a detailed control document at handover to delivery team and complete project take-offs to the required level of detail up to the level of SMM 7 for agreed trades. Within the role some of the key duties/responsibilities will include: Ensure that all costs on the project are in accordance with the project scope, the customer's requirements and current legislation. Collaborate with the wider preconstruction team to secure and convert tender projects. Create robust accurate cost plans through the various design gateways up to target price. Guide the design team and inform the customer with respect to affordability. Use technical experience to identify opportunities and risks along with solutions to add value. Collaborate with the project team to identify and value alternative design solutions where required and present to the customer for review. Support the design discipline by costing change control items as identified and track through the RIBA Stages. Complete or manage project take-offs to the required level of detail (SMM7/NRM2/building quants). Provide a complete and robust cost information pack during the substantiation process to the commercial build team at handover, to include completed comparisons, bills of quantities, tender book and quotations. Lead the procurement schedule and build supply chain interaction and relationships. Review the performance of supply chain partners with the operations team. Collaborate with the design lead to capture and include design fees in the tender summary book (consultants, statutory authorities, surveys, schedules, and the like). Assist in the change control process, identifying design changes between RIBA stages, advising on the impact of the change and approximate cost. Carry out cost assessments on alternative design solutions to inform the final design and project/customer budget. Make customer insight led and data-driven decisions to provide solutions to customer requirements. Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential Criteria Successful delivery of tenders on a wide range of tenders Have experience of various construction methods Experience of controlling costs, timing and quality in line with targets Experience of reading and accurately interpreting drawings and technical specifications Good standard of mathematical ability Appropriate CSCS card Desirable Criteria Minimum relevant level 4 qualification (HNC/NVQ4 etc) Relevant degree Use Conquest Estimating System or similar Experience of taking off quantities up to SMM 7 Working towards MCIOB/RICS Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: We reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, discounted or full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose beyond profit is to deliver brilliant buildings, transform lives, strengthen communities, and enhance the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and trusted privately owned business where our people can thrive. Construction is changing and we are at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry. It truly is an amazing company in one of the most exciting industries with a vast array of professional career paths. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "Big" Companies (2022) to work for and already holds the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2024 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon Group Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
We are looking to recruit a Virtual Designer within our London & East construction business. Our office is in Hitchin (Hertfordshire), and we deliver large scale construction projects across multiple sectors within north London, the northern home counties and East Anglia. This will be a hybrid role working 3 days a week in Hitchin / 2 days a week from home The Virtual Designer will take the lead in proposing and developing visualisation solutions that play a critical role in improving communication, aiding in decision-making, and enhancing customer understanding throughout the construction process. You will be task-oriented and take accountability for visualisation across multiple projects from start to completion. The ideal candidate should have experience in 3D modelling. You will create 4D animations to support our construction methodology and logistics as well as creating breath-taking CGIs within the rendering software, occasionally utilising photoshop. The Role The role will include: Working with our bid operational lead to create logistics and construction methodology visuals/animations to enhance the bid Researching new techniques and bettering the buildability capabilities within the desired software's. Developing innovative ways to improve our competitive submissions, bringing our construction methodology to life. Collaborating closely with project teams to meet project visualisation needs. Proficiently developing versatile 3D models for applications such as CGI renders, flythroughs, and immersive VR experiences. Contributing to the construction of comprehensive 3D asset libraries. Continuously enhancing technical proficiency by staying updated on software and digital modelling tools. Essential and desirable criteria Essential criteria Good understanding of some or all software's (3DS Max, Sketchup, Revit, Lumion and Autocad) Desirable criteria Experience in the construction industry Understanding of 3D animation techniques and architectural, exterior/interior visualisation Personal Qualities You will be able to model behaviour that shows, respect, helpfulness and cooperation. Make best use of available resources and seek new sources of support when necessary. State your own position and views clearly and confidently in conflict situations. Identify your customers' needs and expectations and strive to deliver them. Prioritise and plan to deliver agreed objectives. Present plans clearly, concisely, accurately and in ways that ensure understanding. Set demanding but achievable objectives for yourself and others. Find practical ways to overcome barriers. Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full / heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose beyond profit is to deliver brilliant buildings, transform lives, strengthen communities, and enhance the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and trusted privately owned business where our people can thrive. Construction is changing and we are at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry. It truly is an amazing company in one of the most exciting industries with a vast array of professional career paths. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "Big" Companies (2022) to work for and already holds the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2022 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon Group
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Site Manager Construction is changing, and we are at the forefront of that change. We are looking for a Site Manager to join us in the Yorkshire region. Our aim is for you to be a part of our team to deliver projects close to home across multiple sectors mainly in leisure, education, blue light, residential and healthcare. As a Site Manager at Willmott Dixon, you will be part of our one team ethos that delivers quality projects on time whilst also having a positive impact on the local community. As a Site Manager at Willmott Dixon the key responsibilities will include: Key responsibilities include: Reporting to the Construction Manager, the successful Site Manager will manage the delivery of projects safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality. Establish standards of quality on-site and ensure delivery of a quality build in accordance with the project specifications and project requirements. Adopt the principles of the Considerate Constructor's Scheme and manage community relations. Ensure appropriate site image is maintained to encourage repeat business. Undertake the works in the most economic manner to eliminate waste and avoid non-recoverable costs and preliminary losses. Monitor and work to the agreed preliminary budget. Produce and develop project programmes and control operations to achieve delivery of the project on time. Organise the works and supply chain to provide the right working environment to avoid disruption between trades. Understand the client priorities and adopt a professional and considerate approach to maintain good working relations. Maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental management. Manage project handover and ensure defect/snag free completion. Support the strategy for the closure of defects during defects period and obtain a certificate of Making Good Defects within targets set. You Proven track record of successfully delivering construction projects as part of a wider team The ability to read and accurately interpret programmes, drawings and technical specifications Understanding and appropriately sharing build programmes Managing the supply chain, direct employees and consultants Proactively liaising with customers and the supply chain Minimum relevant level 4 qualification (HNC/NVQ4 etc) or equivalent Appropriate CSCS card SMSTS certificate First Aid at Work certificate. What we offer In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full / heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "big" Companies (2022) to work for and the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon Group
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
Assistant Site Manager Construction is changing, and we are at the forefront of that change. We are looking for an Assistant Site Manager to join us in the Yorkshire region. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating how construction is viewed, and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry, we are expanding our delivery team. This opportunity has arisen due to growth and a strong pipeline of secured projects in Yorkshire. Our aim is for you to be a part of our team to deliver projects close to home across multiple sectors, mainly in leisure, education, blue light, residential, and healthcare. As an Assistant Site Manager at Willmott Dixon, you will be part of our one-team ethos that delivers quality projects on time while also having a positive impact on the local community. Key responsibilities include: Reporting to the Site Manager and supporting the management of project delivery safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality. Establishing standards of quality on-site and ensuring delivery of a quality build in accordance with the project specifications and project requirements. Adopting the principles of the Considerate Constructor's Scheme and supporting community relationships. Ensuring appropriate site image is maintained to encourage repeat business. Supporting efforts to undertake the works in the most economic manner to eliminate waste and avoid non-recoverable costs and preliminary losses. Monitoring and working to the agreed preliminary budget. Assisting with project programmes and operations to achieve delivery of the project on time. Organising the works and supply chain to provide the right working environment to avoid disruption between trades. Understanding client priorities and adopting a professional and considerate approach to maintain good working relations. Supporting the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental management. Managing project handover and ensuring defect/snag-free completion. Supporting the closure of defects during the defects period and helping obtain a certificate of Making Good Defects within targets set. You Proven experience supporting the delivery of construction projects as part of a wider team. Ability to read and interpret programmes, drawings, and technical specifications accurately. Understanding of build programmes and an ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Experience assisting with the management of the supply chain, direct employees, and consultants. Proactive and effective communication skills when liaising with customers and the supply chain. Minimum relevant Level 3 qualification (HNC/NVQ3 etc) or equivalent. Appropriate CSCS card. SMSTS certificate (or working towards). First Aid at Work certificate (or willingness to obtain). What we offer We reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to an enhanced pension scheme, discounted or full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus, and a car scheme that positions us as a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA), and everyone can access a new generation of low-carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon-run car leasing scheme. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "big" Companies (2022) to work for and the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon Group Oldham, Lancashire
Jan 29, 2025
Full time
The Role Willmott Dixon is looking to recruit a Senior Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Manager to join our North SHE team (Oldham office), providing leadership and support within our North West region. This site-based role covers various project sites across the region, with flexibility to work from home when not on-site or in the office. About the Role: As the Senior SHE Manager, you will be accountable for ensuring compliance with statutory and company requirements, providing expert guidance, and fostering a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. You will lead the development and implementation of effective SHE management systems, processes, and procedures across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities: Monitor, advise, support, enforce, and report on health, safety, and environmental standards. Ensure project teams are equipped to manage SHE risks and opportunities effectively. Conduct audits, site visits, and investigations to guarantee compliance with legal requirements and company policies. Analyse SHE performance data and provide insights to drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with internal teams (including pre-construction) and external stakeholders (including supply chain partners) to share best practices and foster a proactive safety culture. Ensure all accidents and incidents are responded to promptly, with thorough internal and statutory notifications detailing root causes and corrective actions. Indicators of Success: Recognised as a trusted SHE expert by internal teams and external customers. Consistent delivery of projects meeting SHE legal requirements and customer expectations. Positive feedback from clients contributing to repeat business and enhanced SHE performance. Criteria: Essential Qualifications: Level 5 qualification in Occupational Safety & Health. CertIOSH membership and relevant SHE certifications (e.g., IEMA, SMSTS). Valid driving license and CSCS Card. Desired Skills: Proven experience in managing SHE management systems, audits, and performance. Strong communication, influencing, and leadership skills. Ability to simplify complex SHE topics for diverse audiences. Self-motivated with a positive attitude and resilience to hold teams to account. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us Founded in 1852, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "big" Companies (2022) to work for and the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.