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Graduate Trainee Programme - Environmental

Willmott Dixon
Competitive
Cardiff

Expected closing date: Sunday, 22 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 2-3 year Graduate Trainee Programme in Environmental, based in Cardiff, working on construction projects across South Wales.
  • Earn while you learn with a competitive salary and paid-for qualifications, with no student debt.
  • Gain exposure to various functions and fast-track progression into management roles.
  • Requires a degree by September 2027 in a relevant subject and a valid driver's license.
  • Applications close on 22nd November 2026.

About the Role

Environmental Graduate Trainee Programme

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.

About the Environmental Role

Drive environmental performance across projects by reducing risk, identifying opportunities, and promoting sustainable practices. Monitor compliance with legal and company standards and provide clear performance feedback.

Programme Structure

  • The programme is 2 to 3 years in duration (depending upon your level of academic achievement).
  • Earn, learn and gain real experience alongside part-time study for a relevant qualification, paid for by Willmott Dixon.
  • Structured rotations offering exposure across different functions including site management, quantity surveying, design, preconstruction and more.
  • Fast-track progression with a proven route into management; most trainees step into Assistant Management roles upon completion.
  • Gain real responsibility by supporting the delivery of live projects.
  • You will be allocated a buddy from day one.
  • Opportunities to take part in trainee challenges, trainee away days, CITB college and win our Trainee of the Year award.
  • Support for professional memberships and accreditations (e.g., CIOB, RICS).

Essential Criteria

  • Right to work in the UK.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Degree qualified by September 2027, ideally in an Environmental, Sustainability, Engineering, Construction, STEM, or Law-related subject.
  • (Desirable) Some exposure to construction (work experience, placement or similar).

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.

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.
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