Willmott Dixon
Hitchin, Hertfordshire
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Architectural Technologist to join our in-house Architecture and Technical Design Team within Willmott Dixon. We are looking for our candidate to demonstrate robust experience in delivering large schemes, to have an understanding on the delivery of detailed design standards and be used to producing working drawing packages.The role requires robust technical knowledge and a working knowledge of UK Building Regulations to ensure all outputs comply with the necessary legislation, associated standards and WD policy and procedures. In addition we would like candidates familiar with large scale schemes through RIBA stages 3 onwards. Willmott Dixon support hybrid working and the team are located at our Hitchin office and normally work together there on a Monday and Tuesday every week. You will be expected to travel to other offices on occasions and work from home. Essential Criteria Experienced Revit user Strong technical knowledge, specification, and material knowledge Ability to produce detailed technical drawings Understanding of current Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and Warranty Guidance as a minimum Capability to work autonomously Desirable skills: Experience within at least one of the following sectors: Department for Education, Defence, or Healthcare Sectors Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer.Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. You will also benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive.Construction is changing and we are at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry. It truly is an amazing company in one of the most exciting industries with a vast array of professional career paths. Adding to that our numerous people awards, we understand everyone has a unique potential and ability to make a difference and succeed; if you want your skills developed and talent recognised, why not join our business!Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "Big" Companies (2022) to work for and already holds the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2022. We are the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Architectural Technologist to join our in-house Architecture and Technical Design Team within Willmott Dixon. We are looking for our candidate to demonstrate robust experience in delivering large schemes, to have an understanding on the delivery of detailed design standards and be used to producing working drawing packages.The role requires robust technical knowledge and a working knowledge of UK Building Regulations to ensure all outputs comply with the necessary legislation, associated standards and WD policy and procedures. In addition we would like candidates familiar with large scale schemes through RIBA stages 3 onwards. Willmott Dixon support hybrid working and the team are located at our Hitchin office and normally work together there on a Monday and Tuesday every week. You will be expected to travel to other offices on occasions and work from home. Essential Criteria Experienced Revit user Strong technical knowledge, specification, and material knowledge Ability to produce detailed technical drawings Understanding of current Building Regulations, Building Safety Act, and Warranty Guidance as a minimum Capability to work autonomously Desirable skills: Experience within at least one of the following sectors: Department for Education, Defence, or Healthcare Sectors Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer.Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. You will also benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive.Construction is changing and we are at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry. It truly is an amazing company in one of the most exciting industries with a vast array of professional career paths. Adding to that our numerous people awards, we understand everyone has a unique potential and ability to make a difference and succeed; if you want your skills developed and talent recognised, why not join our business!Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "Big" Companies (2022) to work for and already holds the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2022. We are the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon
As our new Regional Defence Sector Lead, you will play a pivotal role in building and growing Willmott Dixon's defence portfolio across our South/Midlands region, developing high-value relationships within the defence market, shaping a compelling pipeline of opportunities, and helping convert them into secured work. Reporting to one of our National Sector Lead ( Defence) who sits within our strategic accounts and services division, this is a newly created position that reflects our strategic commitment to defence as a priority growth sector. This is a relationship-led, field-based role. You will spend much of your time with clients, consultants, and MOD stakeholders across the region, acting as a credible and trusted face of Willmott Dixon in the defence sector. You will work closely with our central defence team, Pre-Construction, and Business Development colleagues to ensure opportunities are shaped, positioned, and progressed effectively. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join at the ground floor of a strategic growth push, with the autonomy to shape your own approach and real influence over the direction of our regional healthcare business. NB. This role is regionally based covering the South of England, Central England and surrounding areas region. Due to the nature of the role, regular travel across the region, and occasional national travel will be required. Candidates are expected to be office-based at least once per week, with most of the time spent with clients and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain senior-level relationships with MOD, DIO and key defence consultants to generate and sustain a strong pipeline of regional opportunities. Lead early-stage business development activity, identifying, shaping, and pre-positioning on healthcare opportunities including feasibilities, negotiated routes, and competitive bids. Support delivery of the Willmott Dixon national defence strategy at a regional level, providing market intelligence and insight to inform pipeline planning and investment decisions. Provide technical defence input to proposal and pre-construction teams, improving bid quality, consistency, and overall win rates, including input on defence planning, operational continuity, and compliance. Represent Willmott Dixon externally at industry events, conferences, defence working groups, and networking forums to enhance the company's visibility, reputation, and influence in the defence sector. Collaborate with senior executives, Business Development, Marketing, and Operations colleagues to ensure defence opportunities align with regional priorities and company capabilities. Monitor and share good practice and market intelligence across LCOs to support a consistent, high-quality, work-winning approach. Track and report on pipeline metrics, growth forecasts, and business development KPIs to assess progress and refine strategy. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong, demonstrable experience working within or alongside the MOD or wider defence sector, with a deep understanding of MOD governance, policy drivers, funding routes, business case approval processes, and key sector challenges. Proven track record of building and sustaining senior relationships with defence sector clients, DIO, and/or defence consultants, with an established and credible network. Good understanding of MOD procurement routes and frameworks, with the ability to work closely with regional framework leads. Strong market awareness, ability to anticipate demand, shape opportunities, and align solutions to client needs. Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to operate credibly at board and senior executive level. Customer-focused mindset with high emotional intelligence, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build rapport quickly across a wide variety of stakeholders. Collaborative, 'one team' approach, comfortable working across central and regional functions. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the region. Desirable Skills & Experience: MOD or direct defence operational or management experience. Knowledge of defence technical requirements and security clearance procedures, and operational continuity in live MOD environments. Experience within the construction or built environment sector (business development, pre-construction, or client-side) will be highly valued but not essential; the right candidate's defence expertise and transferable skills are the priority. Experience of bid and capture planning in a complex public sector procurement environment. Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience in a defence or related field. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
As our new Regional Defence Sector Lead, you will play a pivotal role in building and growing Willmott Dixon's defence portfolio across our South/Midlands region, developing high-value relationships within the defence market, shaping a compelling pipeline of opportunities, and helping convert them into secured work. Reporting to one of our National Sector Lead ( Defence) who sits within our strategic accounts and services division, this is a newly created position that reflects our strategic commitment to defence as a priority growth sector. This is a relationship-led, field-based role. You will spend much of your time with clients, consultants, and MOD stakeholders across the region, acting as a credible and trusted face of Willmott Dixon in the defence sector. You will work closely with our central defence team, Pre-Construction, and Business Development colleagues to ensure opportunities are shaped, positioned, and progressed effectively. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join at the ground floor of a strategic growth push, with the autonomy to shape your own approach and real influence over the direction of our regional healthcare business. NB. This role is regionally based covering the South of England, Central England and surrounding areas region. Due to the nature of the role, regular travel across the region, and occasional national travel will be required. Candidates are expected to be office-based at least once per week, with most of the time spent with clients and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain senior-level relationships with MOD, DIO and key defence consultants to generate and sustain a strong pipeline of regional opportunities. Lead early-stage business development activity, identifying, shaping, and pre-positioning on healthcare opportunities including feasibilities, negotiated routes, and competitive bids. Support delivery of the Willmott Dixon national defence strategy at a regional level, providing market intelligence and insight to inform pipeline planning and investment decisions. Provide technical defence input to proposal and pre-construction teams, improving bid quality, consistency, and overall win rates, including input on defence planning, operational continuity, and compliance. Represent Willmott Dixon externally at industry events, conferences, defence working groups, and networking forums to enhance the company's visibility, reputation, and influence in the defence sector. Collaborate with senior executives, Business Development, Marketing, and Operations colleagues to ensure defence opportunities align with regional priorities and company capabilities. Monitor and share good practice and market intelligence across LCOs to support a consistent, high-quality, work-winning approach. Track and report on pipeline metrics, growth forecasts, and business development KPIs to assess progress and refine strategy. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong, demonstrable experience working within or alongside the MOD or wider defence sector, with a deep understanding of MOD governance, policy drivers, funding routes, business case approval processes, and key sector challenges. Proven track record of building and sustaining senior relationships with defence sector clients, DIO, and/or defence consultants, with an established and credible network. Good understanding of MOD procurement routes and frameworks, with the ability to work closely with regional framework leads. Strong market awareness, ability to anticipate demand, shape opportunities, and align solutions to client needs. Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to operate credibly at board and senior executive level. Customer-focused mindset with high emotional intelligence, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build rapport quickly across a wide variety of stakeholders. Collaborative, 'one team' approach, comfortable working across central and regional functions. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the region. Desirable Skills & Experience: MOD or direct defence operational or management experience. Knowledge of defence technical requirements and security clearance procedures, and operational continuity in live MOD environments. Experience within the construction or built environment sector (business development, pre-construction, or client-side) will be highly valued but not essential; the right candidate's defence expertise and transferable skills are the priority. Experience of bid and capture planning in a complex public sector procurement environment. Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience in a defence or related field. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Willmott Dixon
Warrington, Cheshire
Are you ready to lead the design process on some of the most exciting and innovative projects in the region? Willmott Dixon is seeking a Design Manager to support our diverse range of projects across the North West. Based out of our Oldham office, you'll enjoy a hybrid working model with time split between the office, home, and onsite locations. As a Design Manager, you'll take ownership of the design process, fostering collaboration across disciplines and driving project success. Leading the design on projects ranging from £10m to £100m across the following sectors: Education, Leisure, Transport, Blue Light, Commercial and Residential. You'll oversee, monitor, and report on design programmes, ensuring high-quality outputs that align with project goals and budgets. Key responsibilities include: Leading the design process to produce accurate information that meets agreed specifications and cost plans. Managing the appointment and performance of consultants in line with their deed and agreed scope of services. Developing a design programme with consultants to meet whole-life programme milestones. Delivering cost-effective, innovative technical solutions. Chairing design team meetings and driving action plans to completion. Ensuring designs meet all statutory and regulatory approvals, with comprehensive tracking and documentation. With a robust pipeline of projects and a transparent outlook, you'll have the confidence that you're joining a stable business with a fantastic culture. Essential and Desirable Criteria We're looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a passion for innovative construction solutions. Key skills and attributes include: Strong leadership and communication skills. Attention to detail and the ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary teams. Experience in developing and managing design programmes. Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements relevant to construction design. The ability to produce cost-effective and creative technical solutions. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon, we pride ourselves on delivering projects that inspire, using sustainable solutions and modern construction methods. Join a team that values your growth and supports your career development in a role where no two days are the same. You'll gain exposure to multiple sectors, work alongside some of the industry's best minds, and contribute to the design phase of transformational construction projects. In return for your hard work, we offer a competitive package that includes flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes an enhanced pension scheme, optional private medical cover, life assurance, and an Incentive Bonus. At Willmott Dixon, we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability have enabled us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Are you ready to lead the design process on some of the most exciting and innovative projects in the region? Willmott Dixon is seeking a Design Manager to support our diverse range of projects across the North West. Based out of our Oldham office, you'll enjoy a hybrid working model with time split between the office, home, and onsite locations. As a Design Manager, you'll take ownership of the design process, fostering collaboration across disciplines and driving project success. Leading the design on projects ranging from £10m to £100m across the following sectors: Education, Leisure, Transport, Blue Light, Commercial and Residential. You'll oversee, monitor, and report on design programmes, ensuring high-quality outputs that align with project goals and budgets. Key responsibilities include: Leading the design process to produce accurate information that meets agreed specifications and cost plans. Managing the appointment and performance of consultants in line with their deed and agreed scope of services. Developing a design programme with consultants to meet whole-life programme milestones. Delivering cost-effective, innovative technical solutions. Chairing design team meetings and driving action plans to completion. Ensuring designs meet all statutory and regulatory approvals, with comprehensive tracking and documentation. With a robust pipeline of projects and a transparent outlook, you'll have the confidence that you're joining a stable business with a fantastic culture. Essential and Desirable Criteria We're looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a passion for innovative construction solutions. Key skills and attributes include: Strong leadership and communication skills. Attention to detail and the ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary teams. Experience in developing and managing design programmes. Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements relevant to construction design. The ability to produce cost-effective and creative technical solutions. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon, we pride ourselves on delivering projects that inspire, using sustainable solutions and modern construction methods. Join a team that values your growth and supports your career development in a role where no two days are the same. You'll gain exposure to multiple sectors, work alongside some of the industry's best minds, and contribute to the design phase of transformational construction projects. In return for your hard work, we offer a competitive package that includes flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes an enhanced pension scheme, optional private medical cover, life assurance, and an Incentive Bonus. At Willmott Dixon, we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability have enabled us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
