Graduate Trainee Programme - Building Services Manager
Willmott DixonExpected closing date: Sunday, 22 November 2026
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Key Takeaways
- 2-3 year Graduate Trainee Programme in Building Services Management (Mechanical & Electrical) in Cardiff.
- Competitive salary with annual increases and a structured rotation programme.
- Gain real experience, study for a paid-for qualification, and progress into management roles.
- Applications close on 22nd November 2026, with roles starting September 2027.
About the Role
Launch your career in construction with our Graduate programme within the Wales & West region. Based from our office in Cardiff, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience working on exciting construction projects across the South Wales region, helping to shape the communities of tomorrow.
As a Building Services Manager (Mechanical & Electrical), you will develop and assist with the mechanical and electrical strategy and delivery of services during the preconstruction and delivery phases of the project. You will provide leadership to the supply chain to drive high-quality technical solutions that meet budgets and timescales.
Programme Highlights
Our programme is 2 to 3 years in duration (depending upon your level of academic achievement) and will give you the chance to earn, learn and gain real experience alongside part-time study for a relevant qualification that is paid for by Willmott Dixon.
- Earn, learn and gain real experience: Competitive salary with annual increases as you progress.
- No student debt.
- Structured rotations: Exposure across different functions including site management, quantity surveying, design, preconstruction and more.
- Fast-track progression: A proven route into management, with most trainees stepping into Assistant Management roles upon completion.
- Real responsibility: You’ll support the delivery of live projects.
- You will be allocated a buddy from day one.
- Recognition: Opportunities to take part in trainee challenges, trainee away days, CITB college and even win our coveted Trainee of the Year.
- Support professional memberships and accreditations (e.g., CIOB, RICS).
What You'll Get
- Competitive salary + annual incentive scheme
- Annual car allowance
- Funded college/university/vocational study
- Pension and life assurance
- Laptop and mobile phone
- Travel expenses
- Book allowance
- Training and study leave
- The opportunity to work on flagship projects that make a real difference
Essential Criteria
- Right to work in the UK.
- A valid driver's license.
- You will be degree qualified or equivalent in Building Services, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering by September 2027.
- (Desirable) Some exposure to construction (work experience, placement or similar).
Key Dates
- Management Trainee roles start in September 2027.
- Applications closing date: 22nd November 2026.
- Video interview invites sent by: 18th December 2026.
- Assessment centre or panel interview to take place in early 2027.