It follows a series of major projects recently secured in the region, including building a new home for the Met Office’s multi-million pound ‘super computer’ at Exeter Science Park.
Willmott Dixon moved into the South West less than three years ago and during that time it has delivered four schools in Plymouth and a free school in Exeter.
Around ten people will be based full time in the office with a further nine using it when working on local sites.
Willmott Dixon’s managing director for the region, Neal Stephens, said: “With many projects already delivered and more in the pipeline, we feel now is the right time to establish an Exeter base to serve our customers and work with our local supply chain.
“We’re making a strong commitment to local spend, with over 65% of project budgets designated to companies within 35 mile radius of a scheme, ensuring investment stays local to sustain jobs and support regional prosperity.”
Director of operations, John Boughton, who will head up the Exeter office, added: “I’m very proud of our new team that we have brought together; they have a wide range of skills, professional experience and expertise to offer our customers.
“It’s also a big sign of our commitment to Exeter and we plan to grow substantially across the South West in the next five years”