Willmott Dixon: Building knowledge

Willmott Dixon

Our podcast series, Building knowledge, will be showcasing industry insights from our people...

  1. 05/08/2025

    At the centre: the role of transport in creating thriving, inclusive communities

    In this episode, we explore the vital role transport plays in driving social change and supporting thriving, inclusive communities. Our Framework Manager, Emily Braim, sat down with Simon Warburton, Executive Director for Transport at West Yorkshire Combined Authority, to explore the link between transport and social infrastructure. Simon shares national insights from his role as Director at Urban Transport Group, as well how this translates into regional priorities in his role at West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

    37 min

  2. 30/07/2025

    Balancing regeneration and decarbonisation: maximising funding solutions

    This is a recording of a panel session held in the Willmott Dixon pavilion at UKREiiF 2025. Our experts were joined by representatives from the Cabinet Office and Homes England to discuss how public-private partnerships can unlock funding for regeneration and decarbonisation. The panel featured: David Atkinson - National Head of Land and Development at Willmott Dixon Jane Anderson - Head of ESG Investment at Homes England Kelly Crews - Head of Decarbonisation at Willmott Dixon Lynda Rawsthorne - Head of Government Property Profession at Cabinet Office Together, they explored practical funding solutions, the role of heat networks, and how strategic investments can create sustainable, vibrant places.

    50 min

  3. 23/07/2025

    Building Safety Act: navigating predictability in an evolving legislative landscape

    This is a recording of a presentation delivered in the Willmott Dixon pavilion at UKREiiF 2025. In this presentation, Jo Weston, National Product Manager, shares insights into the Building Safety Act. In a world of shifting legislation, she explores strategies to maintain compliance, future-proof assets and limit disruption

    47 min

  4. 16/07/2025

    Balancing sustainability and budget: navigating Passivhaus standards in public sector projects

    This is a recording of a panel session held in the Willmott Dixon pavilion at UKREiiF 2025. Passivhaus delivers comfort, lowers energy costs and reduces carbon, but public sector projects often face budget challenges.   In this fireside chat, our experts discussed the growing momentum, benefits and challenges of implementing Passivhaus standards in construction.   The session featured: Emma Osmundsen, Director of Housing Regeneration at London Borough of Ealing, and Chair of the Passivhaus Trust Lorna Taverner, Head of Architecture and Technical Design at Willmott Dixon

    1h 3m

  5. 09/07/2025

    How to rebuild a town centre: the opportunities and challenges of PPPs vs capital investment

    This is a recording of a panel session held in the Willmott Dixon pavilion at UKREiiF 2025. We were joined by leaders behind some of our town centre regeneration schemes as they explored the opportunities and challenges of Public-Private Partnership (PPPs) and capital investment funding. They also shared their strategies for placemaking and overcoming challenges in urban renewal, sustainability, and enhancing quality of life. The panel featured: David Atkinson - National Head of Land and Development at Willmott Dixon Matt O'Neill - Executive Director for Growth and Sustainability at Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council Matthew Gladstone - Chief Executive at Peterborough City Council Nazeya Hussain - Corporate Director at London Borough of Croydon Paul Richards - Deputy Chief Executive at Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council Shelley Kipling - Chief Executive at Oldham Council

    1h 3m

  6. 01/07/2025

    Circular economy and retrofit: lessons from net-zero driven projects

    This is a recording of a panel session held in the Willmott Dixon pavilion at UKREiiF 2025. Our panel of experts discussed how sustainability principles can drive real change in construction, management, and occupation. The session invited fresh perspectives on how building and design can evolve to meet today’s sustainability challenges, with a particular focus on circular economy and retrofit. The panel featured: Gareth Atkinson - Director, Civic Engineers Jamie Quinn - Sustainability Director, Related Argent Kemi Owoeye - Technical Lead for Sustainable Design, Willmott Dixon Sarah Halpin - Director, Ramboll

    58 min

  7. 25/06/2025

    Decarbonisation and beyond: aligning climate goals with broader organisational priorities

    This is a recording of a presentation delivered in the Willmott Dixon pavilion at UKREiiF 2025. In this presentation, our Head of Decarbonisation, Kelly Crews, outlines how decarbonisation strategies can align with broader organisational goals, focusing on resilience, energy security, and the circular economy. She explores how this holistic approach can support net zero while delivering wider environmental, economic and community benefits.

    41 min

  8. 17/06/2025

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

    This is a recording of a panel session held in the Willmott Dixon pavilion at UKREiiF 2025. Our panel of experts explored how multi-town regeneration can create long-term social and economic value, drawing on live examples that are currently taking place in Torbay and Dover. The discussion highlighted the power of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), collaborative vision, community-driven design, and building momentum through early wins. The panel featured: Anne-Marie Bond - Chief Executive, Torbay Council Chris Wheeler - Regional Head of Land and Development, Willmott Dixon Nadeem Aziz - Chief Executive, Dover District Council Stuart Harris - Chief Operating Officer, Milligan

    1h 12m
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