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Graduate Trainee Programme – Proposals Manager

Willmott Dixon
Competitive
Birmingham

Expected closing date: Sunday, 22 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 2-3 year Graduate Trainee Programme in the Midlands, starting September 2027.
  • Oversee the proposals process, creating compelling content to secure future projects.
  • Earn while you learn with a competitive salary and paid-for qualifications.
  • Applications close on 22nd November 2026.

About the Role

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

Proposals Role

You will oversee the proposals process, creating compelling written content and strategies that “wow” our customers, showcase our strengths, and help secure future projects for the business.

Programme Details

  • The programme is 2 to 3 years in duration (depending upon your level of academic achievement).
  • You will earn, learn and gain real experience alongside part-time study for a relevant qualification, 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.
  • You will need to be degree qualified by September 2027.
  • Degree equivalent in Marketing, Communications, English, History, Social Sciences, or construction-related subject.
  • (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

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