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Graduate Trainee Programme - Planner

Willmott Dixon
Competitive
Bristol

Expected closing date: Sunday, 22 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 2-3 year Graduate Trainee Programme in Planning, based in Bristol.
  • Earn while you learn with a competitive salary and paid-for study towards a relevant qualification.
  • Gain exposure to various construction functions through structured rotations.
  • Must be degree qualified by September 2027 and have the right to work in the UK.
  • Applications close on 22nd November 2026.

About the Role

Launch your career in construction with our Graduate programme within the Wales & West region. Based from our office in Bristol, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience working on exciting construction projects across Bristol, Somerset, and Gloucestershire, helping to shape the communities of tomorrow.

Planning Role

You will play a key role in bringing construction projects to life, creating detailed schedules and coordinating activities to ensure projects are delivered on time and within programme.

Programme Duration & Study

The 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.

What Makes Our Programme Stand Out?

  • 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 i.e - CIOB, RICS etc.

Essential Criteria

  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Have a valid driver's license.
  • You will need to be degree qualified by September 2027.
  • (Desirable) You have had 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

  • Our Management Trainee roles start in September 2027.
  • Applications closing date 22nd November 2026.
  • Video interview invites sent by the 18th December 2026.
  • Assessment centre or panel interview to take place in early 2027.