FAQs
What is the role of a Graduate Management Trainee – Quantity Surveyor?
The role involves supporting the delivery of construction projects on time and within budget, while ensuring value for money. As a trainee, you will focus on cost monitoring and control, addressing potential cost overruns, and tracking project scope changes.
What locations are preferred for candidates applying for this position?
The ideal candidates should be based in Bristol, Gloucestershire, or North Somerset.
What type of degree is required for this trainee program?
Candidates should have a construction-related or a transferable degree.
How long is the trainee program?
The program is a 2- or 3-year structured trainee program.
What type of experience will trainees receive during the program?
Trainees will gain experience in quantity surveying as well as placements in site management, design management, and other areas of pre-construction for a comprehensive understanding of the construction process.
What skills are considered ideal for candidates?
Ideal candidates should have strong numeracy skills, good attention to detail, analytical abilities, enjoyment in communicating, and a commercial awareness.
What are the potential career outcomes after completing the trainee program?
Upon completion of the program, graduates will have the necessary experience to progress into an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role.
What benefits are included in the Management Trainee position?
Benefits include a competitive salary, an incentive scheme, pension, training, book allowance, day release for study, payment of college fees, study leave, travel expenses, and a mobile phone.
When does the trainee position at Willmott Dixon start?
The trainee position is set to start in September 2024.
How does Willmott Dixon support diversity in the workplace?
Willmott Dixon embraces diversity and focuses on ensuring an inclusive work environment for all employees.
What accolades has Willmott Dixon received that highlight its workplace culture?
Willmott Dixon has won several accolades, including being No 1 in the Best "big" Companies (2022) to work for, Platinum accreditation with Investors In People, and recognized in The Times Top 50 Employers for Women in 2022.