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Willmott Dixon Leeds, Yorkshire
Jul 10, 2026
Full time
Willmott Dixon is looking to appoint a Quality Delivery Manager to support our North business, with a focus across the Yorkshire and the North East. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in driving quality standards across a wide range of live construction projects, helping our teams deliver buildings that are right first time and remain defect free. The role is not tied to one project; instead, you will work regionally, supporting multiple project teams, identifying common themes, sharing best practice and helping embed consistent quality standards across the business. The role As Quality Delivery Manager, you will help drive our approach to quality delivery across all our projects. You will work regionally, spending time on live sites, supporting project and operations teams, identifying common themes and helping make sure lessons learned are turned into practical improvements. You will support, embed and manage quality procedures, guidance and initiatives, with the aim of reducing defects, improving consistency and achieving excellent outcomes for our customers. The role will suit someone who enjoys being out on projects, asking the right questions, constructively challenging standards and helping teams understand not just what the process is, but why it matters. Key responsibilities You will: Support the implementation and continued development of our Quality Delivery approach across projects. Carry out, organise and communicate Quality Delivery audits and follow-up actions. Help ensure project teams are fully adopting quality procedures and addressing key quality priorities. Identify common quality issues, risks and learning opportunities across multiple projects. Share good practice, lessons learned and practical guidance across the wider business. Provide technical support and help develop quality reference material for project teams. Raise awareness and positively influence attitudes towards quality across the region. Support training, coaching and knowledge sharing with site teams and colleagues. Use data and project feedback to support continuous improvement and reduce defects year on year. What we are looking for We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of construction delivery and a genuine passion for improving quality. You are likely to have: A good understanding of construction methods, buildability and site delivery. Knowledge of common quality issues across construction projects. The confidence to walk projects, ask probing questions and assess whether the right standards are being achieved. Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage people at different levels. The ability to build relationships across project teams and wider stakeholders. A desire to coach, support and share knowledge with others. The ability to manage multiple priorities across different projects. Experience in areas such as site management, project management, quality management, technical delivery, design management or trade supervision would be highly relevant. Interested? If you have a strong construction background and are passionate about driving quality, improving standards and helping project teams deliver their best work, we would be keen to hear from you. We welcome applications from candidates with different levels of experience and will shape the opportunity accordingly.
Willmott Dixon Weybridge, Surrey
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Willmott Dixon currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and community-minded Assistant Social Value Manager to join our Construction South division. Based out of our Weybridge office in Surrey, this is a permanent, full-time role that will see you working across the region, from South London to Southampton, delivering genuine, measurable impact in the communities where we build. At Willmott Dixon, social value is not a tick-box exercise, it is embedded in who we are, driven by our "Now or Never" sustainability strategy. This role has been created to meet genuine pipeline growth, and you will join a well-resourced team that means what it says and can back it up. This is an ideal opportunity for someone full of energy and initiative, who thrives on building relationships and wants a platform to bring their passion for social good to life. We are open to candidates from a wide range of backgrounds such as Recent Graduate, or Education, Charity, Youth Work, Community Engagement, Local Authority or Sustainability sectors What matters most is your drive, your empathy, and your ability to make things happen! Responsibilities: Plan and deliver social value activities tailored to customer, project and business needs - including school workshops, STEM curriculum support, ecology and environment sessions, and careers fairs Manage and grow our T-level and Building Lives Academy programmes, actively supporting apprentices and work experience placements to ensure they get the most from their time with us Build meaningful, lasting relationships with community organisations, education providers, charities and supply chain partners across the region Work collaboratively with project, commercial and supply chain teams to ensure social value is delivered effectively through our partner network Accurately record and report all activity through the MiSocial portal and other customer-defined platforms (such as Social Value Portal and Compliance Chain), meeting all project KPI compliance requirements Provide clear, regular reporting into the Senior Social Value Manager and communicate directly with customers on social value delivery Identify new opportunities to bring your own community engagement passion to life - whether that's partnering with local charities, schools or community initiatives Essential Skills: A genuine passion for community engagement, social impact and making a difference Confident communicator, able to engage diverse audiences face-to-face, in workshops and virtually Highly organised and self-motivated, comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities independently Proficient in the Microsoft 365 suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) A good standard of written and spoken English Full UK driving licence (essential - this is a regionally mobile role) Eligible for a standard DBS check Desirable Skills: Experience in education (teaching, tutoring, learning & development), the charity sector, youth work, community partnership, CSR, local authority or a sustainability-related role Degree educated, ideally in social sustainability, community development or a related field Facilitation, coaching or training experience Familiarity with Canva or similar design tools (full training provided) This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, inclusive team working on exciting and meaningful projects, with a clear career pathway and the best pipeline the South team has ever seen. 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 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.
Willmott Dixon Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Jul 02, 2026
Full time
We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Architectural Technologist to join our in-house design team at Willmott Dixon. This role could suit someone early in their career who is looking to move out of an Architect practice. In this role, you will support design development with a focus on producing detailed design information, including standard details and working drawing packages. You will be part of a collaborative team, with the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge and skills over time. You will need a good understanding of environmental and technical design principles, along with some knowledge of UK Building Regulations, to help ensure designs meet legislation, standards, and Willmott Dixon policies and procedures. Support and guidance will be provided to build this knowledge further. We support hybrid working at Willmott Dixon and our team are based in our Hitchin office on most Mondays and Tuesdays which are the preferred office days but you will be supported to work from home on other days. There maybe some travel required to other office locations including London on occasions. Essential skills Experience using Revit Good technical awareness, including materials and specifications Ability to produce technical drawings, with support where required Some understanding of Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and Warranty requirements Willingness to learn and develop, with the ability to work independently over time Comfortable supporting live schemes and responding to project needs Desirable skills Experience or interest in one or more of the following sectors: Department for Education, Residential, Leisure, or Healthcare Personal Qualities A clear and confident communicator Able to work collaboratively with colleagues across different regions and disciplines Proactive and willing to take initiative Open to learning, feedback, and continuous development 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
Jun 28, 2026
Full time
Willmott Dixon is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Preconstruction) to join their dynamic team in London, offering hybrid working arrangements. In this leadership role, you will manage the preconstruction lifecycle of complex projects while ensuring bids are commercially robust. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams through the tender process and work closely with internal and external stakeholders. The position demands strong leadership skills, commercial knowledge, and experience in fit-out and refurbishment projects.
Willmott Dixon Weybridge, Surrey
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Willmott Dixon is looking for an experienced Senior Site Manager in Weybridge, England. In this role, you'll support the Construction Manager and lead a team across a diverse range of projects including Education, Defence, Leisure, and Health. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. We offer a competitive salary and a market-leading benefits package including private medical, life assurance, and an enhanced pension scheme.
Willmott Dixon Weybridge, Surrey
May 30, 2026
Full time
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.
Willmott Dixon Weybridge, Surrey
May 25, 2026
Full time
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.
Willmott Dixon Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
May 19, 2026
Full time
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.
Willmott Dixon Weybridge, Surrey
May 12, 2026
Full time
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.
Willmott Dixon Oldham, Lancashire
May 08, 2026
Full time
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.
Willmott Dixon Hitchin, Hertfordshire
May 01, 2026
Full time
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.
Willmott Dixon
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
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.