Asset and Innovation Lead

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About the role

Here at Balfour Beatty, our work inspires communities and advances society. Our commitment to sustainability looks even further – generations further. Join our Living Places team as a Asset & Innovation Lead on our East Sussex Framework and you’ll be part of our legacy.

The Asset and Innovation Lead plays a pivotal role in managing data flow and updates back to our client following the completion of works on the Highway network, to allow them to update their asset data

What you'll be doing

As a Asset & Innovation Lead you will:

Lead on the collation, presentation and submission of scheme asset data upon completion of works on the capital programme

Work closely with the client Asset Team to identify areas for improvement surrounding the asset management procedures

Liaise with supply chain and the wider BB group to identify opportunities for innovation and technology to be utilised on the contract

Work closely with Department Heads and other employees to ensure data is provided to the client in a timely manner following completion of schemes

Liaise with the client asset team to identify areas for improvement with regards to managing and asset data.

Who we're looking for

You will have the following:

Prior knowledge of the Highways Industry (desirable)

Good communication skills and collaborative working style.

Knowledge and experience of asset management

A drive to promote innovation and best practice

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.

- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave

- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty Living Places works in long-term partnerships with local authorities to create great places to live, work and play. We actively engage with local people to understand the needs of the communities we work in and shape the places where local economies can thrive and grow. As a leader in sustainable working, diversity, and social value, we use our expertise to bring real, positive change for our customers.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at