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Year Out Placement - London & East

Willmott Dixon
Competitive
Hitchin

Expected closing date: Sunday, 22 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 12-month placement for Quantity Surveying or Site Management students (3rd year) starting summer 2027.
  • Based in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, with travel to project sites.
  • Competitive salary, annual incentive scheme, car allowance, pension, and travel expenses.
  • Opportunity to gain experience on projects up to £100m and receive funding for final year tuition fees.
  • Applications close Sunday 22nd November 2026.

About the Role

Willmott Dixon is seeking undergraduate students for a 12-month year out placement, commencing in summer 2027. This opportunity is for individuals specialising in either quantity surveying or site management as part of their third year of university.

Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire, with flexibility for travel to project sites.

Projects: Ranging from £10m to over £100m.

The Placement

As a year out student, you will join our trainee programme and benefit from:

  • A structured training programme with a dedicated mentor.
  • Competitive salary + annual incentive scheme.
  • Annual car allowance.
  • Pension.
  • Travel expenses.
  • The opportunity to work on flagship projects.

Many placement students transition into trainee roles, offering a seamless path into a construction career. You will gain practical experience, professional development through structured training, mentoring, and project responsibility.

Willmott Dixon will fund your final year tuition fees, allowing you to complete your degree part-time and join our management trainee scheme. This enables you to earn, learn, and develop your career simultaneously.

Essential Criteria

  • Currently studying a Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Seeking a year-out placement as part of your university course.

Desirable Criteria

  • Some exposure to construction (work experience, placement, or similar).

Next Steps

  • Closing Date: Sunday 22nd November 2026.
  • Video Interview Invites: By 18th December 2026.
  • Assessment Centre/Panel Interview: Early 2027.

Apply now to join Willmott Dixon's 2027 Year Out Placement Programme.