About the role
Balfour Beatty currently have any opportunity for a ITS/Technology Engineer, to work on the M25, one of the busiest sections of road in the UK and one of the most important!
As part of the Connect Plus Services business based in Leatherhead, you will be responsible for assisting in the efficient service delivery of the M25 DBFO Network by undertaking a wide range of incident response, hazard clearance, network maintenance and much more.
As a ITS/Technology Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of ITS/Technology design activities across the M25 network. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, the role involves assisting with the development, review, and coordination of design solutions for a range of roadside technology assets.
What you'll be doing
* Assist in the preparation of ITS/Technology designs for assets such as CCTV, signals, VMS, ERT, and MIDAS, under supervision from senior engineers.
* Contribute to the production of drawings, documents, and technical reports.
* Support senior engineers during design reviews to ensure completeness and compliance with standards.
* Participate in optioneering and feasibility activities, including data gathering and basic assessment work.
* Help compile design briefs, technical inputs, and documentation for design suppliers.
* Assist in monitoring progress against programme and budget, providing updates to senior engineers and project managers.
* Support liaison with internal teams and help gather information required for design stages.
* Help collate and prepare technical submissions for the Review Process in accordance with the DBFO contract.
* Contribute to quality assurance activities and ensure documentation follows CPS standards and procedures.
* Participate in site visits, surveys, and inspections to support design development (training provided).
* Assist in capturing lessons learned and contribute ideas for innovation and continuous improvement.
* Ensure compliance with CDM requirements by supporting senior engineers with Designer’s duties.
Who we're looking for
Essential
* Relevant vocational qualification (e.g., BEng/BSc/HNC/HND in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, or similar).
* Interest in pursuing professional registration (IET, IHE or similar).
* Basic understanding or academic exposure to ITS/Technology systems and principles.
* Awareness of engineering standards and an interest in learning DMRB, MCHW, and related design guidance.
* Good IT and Microsoft Office skills.
* Willingness to learn, develop and work within a multidisciplinary team.
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Good to have
* Knowledge of electrical or technology equipment (CCTV, signals, VMS, etc.).
* Awareness of the 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations.
* Understanding of communication networks or cyber security principles.
* Knowledge of CDM and other H&S legislation.
* Experience from placements, secondments, or academic projects related to transport systems or technology design.
* Hold appropriate CSCS card registration.
* Hold a current UK driving licence.
* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Project or other planning tools.
Personal attributes
* Clear and confident communicator.
* Highly motivated and eager to learn.
* Ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships.
* Good organisational skills with the ability to manage workload under supervision.
* Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable in a changing environment.
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
Connect Plus Services (CPS) brings together the collective strength of our parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Atkins and Egis Road Operation UK. With around 600 people, based at eight locations across the M25 network, we work on behalf of Connect Plus and National Highways to manage the operation of the M25 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, from routine maintenance to managing the whole‑life requirement of thousands of assets across the network.
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 www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also 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: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/
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: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com
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