Year Out Placement - South

Willmott Dixon is seeking a Year Out Placement student to join our Construction South team for 12 months, commencing in the summer of 2027. This placement is for students in their 3rd year of university, looking for a year out.

Location: Ideally based in the Southampton region, with flexibility for travel.

Degrees Considered:

• Quantity Surveying
• Construction Management
• Environmental Science or similar

About the Role:

• Gain experience across different teams, sectors, and stages of construction on projects ranging from £10m to over £100m.
• Build the foundations for a long-term career with Willmott Dixon.

The Placement Programme:

• Structured training programme with an allocated mentor.
• Join our trainee programme and receive:
  • Competitive salary + annual incentive scheme
  • Annual car allowance
  • Pension
  • Travel expenses
  • Opportunity to work on flagship projects.
• Many placement students progress into trainee roles, offering a seamless transition into a construction career.
• Gain practical experience, professional development, structured training, mentoring, and real project responsibility.
• Potential opportunity to complete your degree part-time, with Willmott Dixon funding your final year tuition fees, allowing you to earn, learn, and develop simultaneously.

Essential Criteria:

• Currently studying a Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Environmental Science related degree.
• 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 through work experience, placement, or similar.

Next Steps:

• Closing Date: Sunday 22nd November 2026.
• Video interview invites sent by 18th December 2026.
• Assessment centre or panel interview in early 2027.

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