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Restoring the iconic: how we transformed Bristol Beacon for the next 100 years

Transforming a beloved landmark like Bristol Beacon isn’t just a technical exercise — it’s a responsibility to the past and a gift to the future. As a proud Bristolian, Jason Hunt talks about leading this project

Net zero: a catalyst for economic growth and innovation

In an era of rising economic pressure and climate urgency, the construction industry stands at a crossroads. Julia explains how net zero isn’t just a climate goal - but a powerful catalyst for innovation, growth, and long-term resilience.

Pathway out of offending

Martine Corbett on the role companies like Willmott Dixon can play helping ex-offenders get skills and build a career after release from prison

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Decarbonisation and beyond: building smarter for a sustainable future

Kelly Crews

Kelly Crews, our Head of Decarbonisation, delivered a spotlight session at UKREiiF – highlighting the need to strip back the complexity around decarbonisation and refocus the conversation on practical, tangible action.

Armed Forces Week 2025 Mentor Andrew Stevenson

Andrew Stevenson

Andrew is Chair of our Armed Forces Affinity Group, and has been actively involved in mentoring service leavers as they take their first steps towards new careers beyond the military.

Armed Forces Week 2025 Time out with Iain Charnley

Iain Charnley

Iain is a Senior Building Manager at Willmott Dixon, and Engineering Officer in the Army Reserve

Armed Forces Week 2025 Time out with Matt Mullins

Matt mullins

Matt is a Senior Planner at Willmott Dixon, and former Aeronautical Engineering Technician in the Royal Navy.

Multi-town regeneration: harnessing the power of place to create thriving communities

Chris Wheeler

Chris Wheeler, our Regional Head of Land and Development, reflects on a panel discussion he took part in at UKREiiF, which explored what truly drives successful regeneration. One message rang loud and clear: it takes partnership, passion, authenticity, and a genuine commitment to community.

From ambition to action: strategies and solutions for delivering net-zero buildings

Francesca Wilkinson

Francesca Wilkinson, our Senior Sustainability and Environmental Manager, reflects on the actions needed to accelerate progress towards net zero.

Designing for dignity and safety

Anna Lutterodt

Anna Lutterodt, Strategic Framework Manager (Health) reflects on The Kingfisher scheme, following this year's Design in Mental Health conference.

Why specialist university facilities are critical to innovation, collaboration and regional growth

Nick Preedy

Our Senior Project Manager, Nick Preedy, considers why specialist facilities on university campuses have an important role to play in social infrastructure

UKREiiF 2025: regenerating places, delivering impact

John Waterman

Our Chief Operating Officer, John Waterman, reflects on the key messages that were consistently voiced at UKREiiF 2025 by local government, central departments, investors, and the wider construction and property sector

Reimagining the City: Lessons in Sustainability from TBC.London

Matt Adams

Matthew Adams, senior operations manager, details what he learnt building one of London's most sustainable offices by adaptively reusing the structure of an existing office

Building the Future of Medical Training: Lessons from The University of Bolton School of Medicine

Gareth Fallows

Blending healthcare and education needs at BIMS

Creating an inclusive community on campus: University of Staffordshire’s Student Village