Year Out Placement - South

Year Out Placement - South

Willmott Dixon are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveying, Site Manager or Sustainability year out placement student to join our Construction South team for 12 months commencing in the summer of 2027. We are looking for an undergraduate who is looking for a year out placement for your 3rd year of university. The placement will ideally be based in the Southampton region at one of our existing projects, so you will need to be flexible and open to some travel.

We will consider applicants who are studying the following degrees:

• Quantity Surveying

• Construction Management

• Environmental Science or similar

With our projects ranging from around £10m to over £100m, you’ll have the opportunity to gain experience across different teams, sectors and stages of construction while building the foundations for a long-term career with Willmott Dixon.

Willmott Dixon is a privately owned contractor with a purpose beyond profit - delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment for future generations.

The Placement

As a year out student there will be a structured training programme for you to follow, and a mentor will be allocated to assist with your progress through this.

Whilst at Willmott Dixon as year out student you will join our trainee programme and will receive:

• Competitive salary + annual incentive scheme

• Annual car allowance

Pension

• Travel expenses

• The opportunity ro work on flagship projects that make a real difference

Many of our placement students progress into trainee roles, providing a seamless transition from university into a rewarding career in construction. You will gain practical experience while continuing your professional development through structured training, mentoring and real project responsibility.

If successful, you may also have the opportunity to complete your degree on a part-time basis and join our management trainee scheme with Willmott Dixon funding your final year tuition fees. This allows you to earn, learn and develop your career simultaneously, whilst gaining valuable industry experience and working towards your qualification.

Essential Criteria

• Currently studying a Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or Environmental Science related degree.

Right to work in the UK.

• Have a valid driver's license.

• Seeking a year-out placement as part of your university course.

Desirable Criteria

• You have had some exposure to construction (work experience, placement or similar).

Next Steps

• The closing date for applications is Sunday 22nd November 2026.

• Video interview invites sent by 18th December 2026.

• Assessment centre or panel interview to take place in early 2027.

Start Building Your Future

If you're looking to gain invaluable industry experience, develop your commercial expertise, and start your career with one of the UK's leading construction companies, we'd love to hear from you.

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