Willmott Dixon

Willmott Dixon in Cardiff seeks a Lead People Business Partner to work with regional leaders, including board-level stakeholders, delivering people strategies that drive world-class performance and ambitious growth. The role combines strategic advisory with hands-on delivery across the employee lifecycle, focusing on leadership capability, culture and high-performing teams, while regularly traveling to Bristol and Exeter. A senior, influential partner in shaping the region's future.

Willmott Dixon has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Lead People Business Partner to join our Wales & West Region. This is a senior, highly influential role partnering closely with the regional leaders, including board level stakeholders, to deliver people strategies that directly drive world class performance and deliver ambitious growth plans. Location: Cardiff (with regular travel to Bristol and Exeter offices). Working pattern: Full time, typically 4 days per week in the office At Willmott Dixon, we're not just constructing buildings, we're creating long term legacies. As one of the UK's most respected construction and infrastructure businesses, we are recognised for innovation, sustainability, and a genuinely people first culture. This role plays a critical part in enabling the continued growth of the region by ensuring we have the right people strategy, leadership capacity, and culture to deliver our regional ambitions. You will act as a trusted strategic advisor to the Board, influencing decisions at the highest level and leading people-led changes that strengthens organisational effectiveness, build high performing teams, and supports sustainable growth. Alongside this strategic remit you will ensure strong operational delivery across the employee lifecycle, role modelling pragmatic, commercially focused people leadership. You will help create environments where people can perform, grow and thrive as the business continues to grow. What You'll Do As our Lead People Business Partner - Wales & West region, you will work in close partnership with the People Partner and senior leaders to deliver strategic, high impact people solutions that underpin world class performance, ambitious growth and business transformation. You will support and enhance our 5 key people experiences: Attract: Partner with recruitment team to attract top talent and ensure seamless pre-employment journeys. Welcome: Champion new starters to ensure they get up to speed quickly Perform: Act as a trusted advisor, enabling and supporting our people to perform at their best Grow: Create environments where our people can perform, grow and thrive as our business continues to grow Goodbye: Handle transitions and exits with empathy, plus analyse trends from exit interviews. You will also use people data and insight to inform decision making, anticipate future people risks and opportunities, and shape initiatives that support both short term delivery and longer term business growth. You will bring to the fore your technical skills in a practical "people first" way. You'll build strong relationships across the Wales and West region, creating visibility, trust, and influence at every level. Who We're Looking For You'll be a resilient, hands on and discreet People professional who thrives in a fast paced, commercial environment. Confident and credible at a senior level, to operate as a strategic partner to the Board. You will be passionate about coaching leaders, you'll be trusted for your sound judgement and discretion, and motivated by driving world class performance and business growth through strong people leadership, culture and change You'll build trust at every level, juggle competing priorities with ease, and bring a positive, pragmatic, can do approach. Proven People Business Partner experience, including people risk, operations, workforce planning and succession planning Previous line management experience, with a strong coaching and development approach Strong commercial awareness and the ability to link people activity to business outcomes Ability to adapt in dynamic, changing environments Willingness to travel across the Wales and West region Experience working in a fast paced sector where change and growth are constant What We Offer 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: Enhanced pension scheme Full private medical for you and a partner Life assurance Incentive bonus Car scheme and motoring expenditure allowance Access to a low carbon and electric car leasing scheme, supporting sustainable travel At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in, and we are happy to support this where possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme About Us 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Join Willmott Dixon's award-winning Sustainability Team as a Social Value Manager and make a real impact in the communities we serve. About the Role: We're seeking a proactive and passionate Social Value Manager to lead community engagement and skills development on projects across the North West. This hybrid role will see you working both on-site with project teams, visiting customers, and also from our Oldham office or home. Reporting to the Senior Social Value Manager, you'll support our ambitious Now or Never Sustainability Strategy , playing a critical role in aligning with customer priorities and delivering meaningful, measurable social value. What You'll Do: Plan, manage, and deliver social value activities that reflect customer and business needs. Serve as a trusted advisor on social value for teams, frameworks, and partners. Drive collaboration across teams and supply chain partners to embed social value in our projects. Support bid and tender processes, contributing social value insights and attending customer events. Track and report on project performance against KPIs, with a focus on continuous improvement. About You Experience in social value delivery and customer-focused solution design; construction experience is a plus but not essential. Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills with a genuine passion for social sustainability. Proven ability to lead social value initiatives, inspire stakeholders, and drive impactful change. Essential Skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project). Full UK driving licence. Preferred Qualifications Degree in Social Sustainability or related field. Experience in facilitation or coaching. Additional Information 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, private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and access to a market-leading sustainable car scheme. 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Commercial Assistant (12-month FTC) Willmott Dixon are looking to employ a Commercial Assistant on a 12-month fixed term contract in the Bristol region. This role would primarily support the Principal Quantity Surveyor and local project delivery team in maintaining the smooth running of the commercial function on construction projects. Reporting to the Principal Quantity Surveyor, the successful candidate will support with tasks relating to the commercial administration and financial control of Willmott Dixon's supply chain partners, delivering works on projects in line with their Sub-Contract Agreements on time, within budget and in-line with the specification and quality standards. This is the ideal opportunity for an aspiring Quantity Surveyor to further develop their skills and gain practical experience within a main contractor. Working from our Bristol office and attending sites in the local area, the successful applicant will perform commercial tasks with the supervision and support of an experienced team. Responsibilities Compile and issue tenders Prepare tender comparisons Prepare, issue, and manage Purchase Orders Assist in preparation of subcontract orders Undertake take-off and remeasurement Assist in preparation of monthly interim payments Support the preparation and agreement of subcontract final accounts Regular site visits to Willmott Dixon construction projects Assist with the implementation of AI cost analysis Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications Full UK Driving License with access to your own vehicle Reside within a commutable distance to the Bristol region to access the office and local construction sites Possess a level 3 qualification (T-Level, BTEC, A-Level, NVQ etc) Desirable Have, or working towards a construction related degree (Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management) Appropriate CSCS card Additional Information 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 private medical, and life assurance. This role will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA). 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Architectural Technologist to join our in-house Architecture and Technical Design Team within Willmott Dixon. We are looking for our candidate to demonstrate robust experience in delivering large schemes, to have an understanding on the delivery of detailed design standards and be used to producing working drawing packages. The role requires robust technical knowledge and a working knowledge of UK Building Regulations to ensure all outputs comply with the necessary legislation, associated standards and WD policy and procedures. In addition we would like candidates familiar with large scale schemes through RIBA stages 3 onwards. Willmott Dixon support hybrid working and the team are located at our Hitchin office and normally work together there on a Monday and Tuesday every week. You will be expected to travel to other offices on occasions and work from home. Essential Criteria Experienced Revit user Strong technical knowledge, specification, and material knowledge Ability to produce detailed technical drawings Understanding of current Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and Warranty Guidance as a minimum Capability to work autonomously Desirable skills: Experience within at least one of the following sectors: Department for Education, Defence, or Healthcare Sectors 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. 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. Adding to that our numerous people awards, we understand everyone has a unique potential and ability to make a difference and succeed; if you want your skills developed and talent recognised, why not join our business! 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. We are the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Willmott Dixon is currently looking to recruit a Principal Surveyor to work on projects based in the North area of our London and East region. The main role of a Principal Surveyor at Willmott Dixon is to support the Commercial Manager and Operations Manager by providing commercial expertise and management of surveying staff to ensure that projects are procured and delivered within budget and to the highest quality whilst exceeding our clients' expectations. You will provide leadership to ensure the project team achieve or exceed budgeted target, ensure that CVC reports are accurately completed to reflect the current position on site and the final profit projection, monitor the timing and completeness of subcontract orders whilst also resolving any disputes and legal matters in a timely manner. As a Principal Surveyor you will also develop, motivate and retain surveying staff within your operating team. You will provide leadership, technical support and encourage value engineering and improved buildability solutions .You will also take responsibility for managing recruitment in your team by identifying recruitment needs and undertaking interviews when needed. We strive to build and establish excellent working relationships with our supply chain, consultants and clients where appropriate, this will enable you to identify any potential disputes in a timely manner and then implement effective resolutions. You will work closely with the project team and commercial manager to achieve or exceed budgeted target for your project. In return we provide to you a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, the opportunity for you to develop your career with Willmott Dixon and the training to make this happen - but most importantly a great place to work with a true family ethos! Essential Criteria A high level of organisation and achieving deadlines Quantity surveying technical knowledge and understanding Understanding of JCT forms of contract Being able to manage and report on more than one project at a time Providing feedback for new and effective systems and controls for the business Positively reacting to change and assisting in its implementation in the business A track record of successful procurement Extensive knowledge of relevant computer software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Project Appropriate CSCS card Desirable Criteria Construction related degree Membership or working towards MCIOB or RICS NEC contract experience 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 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Administration Coordinator To help service our growth ambitions, we are recruiting for an Administration Coordinator to join our Construction South team. You will work with our Project Manager's and Proposal Managers to support them in winning new business. Working flexibly from home and from one of our offices (based in Weybridge and Dartford), the role would require someone with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and feel comfortable working at a high intensity. The principle responsibilities would include: Managing and maintaining all project portals (e.g. downloading all project information, clarification logs, portal communication, tracking portal deadlines, tender submission uploads) Ensuring all new business related projects in D365 are up to date Booking/coordinating meeting rooms and diaries including all mandatory sign off meetings, workshops, reviews, check ins, lessons identified, feedback etc Upload and strip out of all completed bids onto the Proposals Library Maintaining CV and case study libraries Responding, where appropriate to support required across the wider business. Essential Criteria Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Outlook and Teams) 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 Find practical ways to overcome barriers. 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 'Big' Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Administration Coordinator To help service our growth ambitions, we are recruiting for an Administration Coordinator to join our Construction South team. You will work with our Project Manager's and Proposal Managers to support them in winning new business. Working flexibly from home and from one of our offices (based in Weybridge and Dartford), the role would require someone with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and feel comfortable working at a high intensity. The principle responsibilities would include: Managing and maintaining all project portals (e.g. downloading all project information, clarification logs, portal communication, tracking portal deadlines, tender submission uploads) Ensuring all new business related projects in D365 are up to date Booking/coordinating meeting rooms and diaries including all mandatory sign off meetings, workshops, reviews, check ins, lessons identified, feedback etc Upload and strip out of all completed bids onto the Proposals Library Maintaining CV and case study libraries Responding, where appropriate to support required across the wider business. Essential Criteria Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Outlook and Teams) 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 Find practical ways to overcome barriers. 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 'Big' Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Performance and Compliance Coordinator We're looking for an ambitious and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Performance & Compliance Coordinator - a role that sits at the heart of how Willmott Dixon measures, reports, and improves our performance. If you have a sharp eye for detail and are ready to take the next step in your career in data and compliance, we'd love to hear from you. In this role, you'll develop your skills by collecting, validating, and submitting performance and compliance data across key frameworks and customer contracts. You'll be supported to grow into the role - from assisting teams with system training to contributing to reporting dashboards for leadership and bids. Your work will make a tangible difference, helping us maintain strategically important partner relationships and support our future business growth. Alongside performance reporting, you'll also receive support and training to manage the day-to-day delivery of security procedures and vetting processes, ensuring compliance with national security policies and GDPR requirements. This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who thrives on structure, has a natural curiosity for data, and is eager to grow their skills in a supportive environment. The successful applicant will ideally be located within easy commute of Nottingham although flexibility will be considered for the right candidate. Due to the nature of this role - it is essential that you are eligible to obtain SC level Security Clearance as a minimum. Key Responsibilities Report Framework performance data and KPIs, ensuring full compliance with contractual requirements. Act as a central point of contact for performance data, system queries, and KPI approvals. Champion data-driven improvement across teams. Produce and analyse performance dashboards to identify trends and areas for development. Support Framework Managers and project teams with audits, submissions, and reviews. Maintain Framework commitments and exemplar service levels. Liaise with IT, Sustainability, and Bid teams to improve reporting and share best practice. Support with day-to-day security vetting Ensure GDPR compliance across all areas. Essential Criteria Some exposure to performance management, compliance, or data administration - whether through work, study, or a related role. Strong organisational and analytical skills with an eye for detail. Strong administration skills, experience working with data and contract performance. An understanding of, or willingness to learn, the principles of handling sensitive information in line with GDPR and data protection guidelines. Good communication skills and a collaborative approach, with the confidence to engage with colleagues and stakeholders at different levels. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems. Eligibility for SC-level security clearance. Desirable Criteria Experience engaging multiple stakeholders across projects or frameworks. Worked within the construction sector. Familiarity with security vetting processes. 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025.Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Due to a recent internal transfer, we are recruiting for a Proposals Manager to join our Construction South team. You will work with our Project Manager's to craft bespoke and compelling bid submissions, addressing our customers key project drivers. We are committed to truly understanding our customers' needs and developing sustainable solutions that are articulated into clear and attractive submissions. Working flexibly from home and from one of our offices (based in Weybridge and Dartford), you will have a passion for creating high quality bids and must be able to demonstrate the skills and capabilities outlined below: You should have experience as a Bid Writer, Bid Editor, Bid Coordinator or similar role. Also critical is the ability to lead the creation of our written responses to achieve high quality, winning bids that meet our company objectives. You will have good experience of writing and editing tender submissions. Knowledge and experience of the Adobe Suite, particularly InDesign is required.The main role of a Proposals Manager at Willmott Dixon is to lead the development of quality submissions and actively work with our bid managers to enhance the quality of bids. You will be able to work with our subject matter experts to assess technical bid requirements and assist the Project Manager in shaping our proposals. You will ensure the formal bid process is followed, providing recommendations for improvement to the process. Through your writing, review and editing of drafts you will ensure the writing structure and words used in the bid persuasively conveys our offer to the customer. Working with subject matter experts, you will conceptualise and work with our graphic designers to help best convey our offer. You'll also support the creation of clear and effective customer presentations and provide creative ideas and initiatives for bids. Essential Criteria Experience of facilitating answer plan sessions, win theme workshops and managing the tender review process. Experience of bid writing and bid editing, creating compelling and persuasive responses. Excellent resource planning skills. Experience of using Microsoft Office. Use of Adobe InDesign. Desirable Criteria Relevant degree or equivalent qualification. 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. Find practical ways to overcome barriers. 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 'Big' Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

About the Role Willmott Dixon have an exciting opportunity for a full time Lead People Business Partner to join our North Region. This is a senior, highly influential role partnering closely with the regional leaders, including board-level stakeholders, to deliver people strategies that directly drive world class performance and deliver ambitious growth plans. Location: Oldham (with regular travel to Leeds and other Northeast offices). Working pattern: Full time, typically 3 days per week in the office At Willmott Dixon, we're not just constructing buildings, we're creating long-term legacies. As one of the UK's most respected construction and infrastructure businesses, we are recognised for innovation, sustainability, and a genuinely people-first culture. This role plays a critical part in enabling the continued growth of the region by ensuring we have the right people strategy, leadership capacity, and culture to deliver our regional ambitions. You will act as a trusted strategic advisor to the Board , influencing decisions at the highest level and leading people-led changes that strengthens organisational effectiveness, build high performing teams, and supports sustainable growth. Alongside this strategic remit you will ensure strong operational delivery across the employee lifecycle, role-modelling pragmatic, commercially focused people leadership. You will help create environments where people can perform, grow and thrive as the business continues to grow. What You'll Do As our Lead People Business Partner - North region , you will work in close partnership with the People Partner and senior leaders to deliver strategic, high-impact people solutions that underpin world class performance, ambitious growth and business transformation. You will support and enhance our 5 key people experiences: Attract : Partner with recruitment team to attract top talent and ensure seamless pre-employment journeys. Welcome : Champion new starters to ensure they get up to speed quickly Perform : Act as a trusted advisor, enabling and supporting our people to perform at their best Grow : Create environments where our people can perform, grow and thrive as our business continues to grow Goodbye : Handle transitions and exits with empathy, plus analyse trends from exit interviews. You will also use people data and insight to inform decision-making, anticipate future people risks and opportunities, and shape initiatives that support both short-term delivery and longer-term business growth. You will bring to the fore your technical skills in a practical "people first" way. You'll build strong relationships across the North region, creating visibility, trust, and influence at every level. Who We're Looking For You'll be a resilient, hands-on and discreet People professional who thrives in a fast-paced, commercial environment. Confident and credible at a senior level, to operate as a strategic partner to the Board. You will be passionate about coaching leaders, you'll be trusted for your sound judgement and discretion, and motivated by driving world class performance and business growth through strong people leadership, culture and change You'll build trust at every level, juggle competing priorities with ease, and bring a positive, pragmatic, can-do approach. You'll bring: (Essential experience) Proven People Business Partner experience, including people risk, operations, workforce planning and succession planning Previous line management experience, with a strong coaching and development approach Strong commercial awareness and the ability to link people activity to business outcomes Ability to adapt in dynamic, changing environments CIPD qualification (or equivalent) Willingness to travel across the North region Desirable: Experience working in a fast-paced sector where change and growth are constant What We Offer 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: Enhanced pension scheme Discounted or full private medical Life assurance Incentive bonus Car scheme and motoring expenditure allowance (where applicable) Access to a low-carbon and electric car leasing scheme, supporting sustainable travel At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in, and we are happy to support this where possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Architect/Architectural Technician to join our in-house Architecture and Technical Design Team within Willmott Dixon. We are looking for our candidate to demonstrate robust experience in delivering large schemes, to have an understanding on the delivery of detailed design standards and be used to producing working drawing packages.The role requires robust technical knowledge and a working knowledge of UK Building Regulations to ensure all outputs comply with the necessary legislation, associated standards and WD policy and procedures. In addition we would like candidates familiar with large scale schemes through RIBA stages 3 onwards. Willmott Dixon support hybrid working and the team are located at our Hitchin office and normally work together there on a Monday and Tuesday every week. You will be expected to travel to other offices on occasions and work from home. Essential skills Experienced Revit user Strong technical knowledge, specification, and material knowledge Ability to produce detailed technical drawings Understanding of current Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and Warranty Guidance as a minimum Capability to work autonomously Desirable skills Experience within at least one of the following sectors: Department for Education, Defence, or Healthcare Sectors 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.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. Adding to that our numerous people awards, we understand everyone has a unique potential and ability to make a difference and succeed; if you want your skills developed and talent recognised, why not join our business!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. We are the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Are you motivated to leave the right social, environmental and economic legacy? Can you use your experience and enthusiasm to help the construction sector meet its climate and resource efficiency ambitions? Willmott Dixon is seeking a passionate and pro-active Assistant Sustainability Manager. Reporting to the Senior Sustainability Manager, you will be part of our award-winning multidisciplinary Sustainability Midlands Team. This exciting position is based in Birmingham Snowhill where we support hybrid working arrangements. Your role will be to support delivery of our customers sustainability aims and our own ambitious Now or Never Strategy. You will analyse data to drive performance and find new insights, carrying out research, collaborate to develop new ideas to support our preconstruction and operational teams manage projects. Willmott Dixon is one of the UK's largest independent construction and property services companies. Sustainability and social value have been at the heart of the business over the last 170 years and with our sector-leading sustainability strategy, 'Now or Never', there is no better time to make an impact. Responsibilities You will be responsible for: Assist and contribute to the identification, development and embedding of changes across the company's preconstruction and operational teams to deliver our sustainability commitments and targets, to deliver our customers and internal Now or Never Strategy commitments and targets. Develop collaborative partnerships and supply chain relationships in line with our business strategies. Work closely with our people to develop their sustainability skills, knowledge, and capability through delivering training, advice and support. Analyse data such as waste and embodied carbon, conduct research, and identify opportunities to implement innovative initiatives to reduce our impact across our projects Support internal and external customers to understand and respond to their sustainability and environmental priorities Support the business to demonstrate high levels of corporate responsibility and transparency in reporting to ensure legislative compliance and maintain our industry leading certifications and accreditations Support our internal and external customers to identify and manage project environmental risks and opportunities Essential and Desirable Criteria To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter who is able to work agilely. You will also possess: Understanding/competence on sustainability issues in the construction sector Degree (or equivalent) in environmental, science, engineering, geography, construction or related subject. Full UK Driving License. An understanding or experience with ISO14001 standard. Ability to analyse, interpret and report data and information. Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities. Ability to communicate in a way in which meets the needs of a diverse audience. 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. 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, heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. This role 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 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 recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.