Our success begins with our people. Our strategy is built on a simple but powerful principle: when our people thrive, our business thrives.
We are committed to creating meaningful careers, not just jobs. That means ensuring everyone, at every level, has the opportunity to grow, develop, and make a lasting impact. We don’t believe titles define people; capability and character do. We are creating a workplace where roles have purpose, voices are heard, and talent can rise, wherever it starts.
Employee Benefits
As part of our Group Strategic Training Plan 2024-2026, we have a structured programme of re-skilling and up-skilling initiatives. These have been developed in direct response to evolving workforce needs, emerging technologies, and growth ambitions. This programme is structured across four core training themes – Management Development, Technical Skills, Employability Skills, and Functional Skills – aligned to our Strategic roadmap.
Our people strategy is built on visible and supportive leadership that listens and takes action, alongside continued investment in skills, wellbeing, and career progression. We foster a culture rooted in fairness, respect, and collaboration, underpinned by an unwavering commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion – ensuring everyone feels they belong and that every contribution truly counts.
Outcomes + Opportunities
Site team members completing NVQ Construction Management (Levels 4–7)
Hours of training (2023/24)
Employee turnover vs UK industry average (15%)
Leadership Mindset Programme completed by promoted staff
Employees completed Microsoft Skills training
Internal promotions from management dev efforts
Staff ranking Dowds as a Great Place to Work (Survey, Dec 2024)
Investment in training in the past year alone
At Dowds, we believe in nurturing talent and building careers from the ground up. Many of our senior leaders began their journey with us as trainees, and we’re proud of our strong track record in staff development and retention.
Whether you’re exploring a placement year or starting out as a graduate, we welcome fresh perspectives and are always keen to hear from new talent. While specific roles are advertised on our Careers Page, we also accept speculative applications – just send your CV to careers@dowdsgroup.com
Dowds team member
It’s exciting to be part of some of the biggest and most challenging projects in the country, knowing the work we do makes a real impact.
