About the Role
Job Title: Recruiter – Construction
Location: Derby - BB Raynesway West Service Road with some travel to other UK wide locations
Business Unit: Living Places and Asset & Technology Solutions
Company: Balfour Beatty Group
Why this role?
We’re seeking an experienced Recruiter with a strong track record in the construction industry to join our in-house Talent Acquisition team. This is a fantastic opportunity to partner with our Living Places and Asset and Technology Solutions businesses—areas at the heart of maintaining, transforming, and future-proofing the UK’s infrastructure.
Based in Derby, you’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, with the chance to travel to wider UK regions and directly see the impact of the people you help bring on board.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle across a variety of roles, from technical specialists to operational leaders.
* Partner with Hiring Managers to deliver effective, timely and innovative recruitment solutions.
* Use your construction industry knowledge to proactively source and attract both active and passive candidates.
* Build strong talent pipelines for specialist and niche roles, ensuring we’re future-ready.
* Champion the candidate experience, acting as an ambassador for Balfour Beatty.
* Provide market insights and influence key stakeholders with your expertise.
Who we're looking for
* Full UK driving licence
* Proven experience as a 360 recruiter—ideally in construction, infrastructure, or engineering.
* Confidence managing stakeholders at all levels, with the ability to influence and challenge where needed.
* Skilled in using ATS systems, sourcing channels, and creative recruitment strategies.
* A collaborative team player with the drive to get the job done.
* Knowledge of employment law (Right to work) and recruitment best practice.
Why join us?
At Balfour Beatty, you’ll be more than just a recruiter—you’ll be shaping the teams who deliver projects that matter. From highways improvements to cutting-edge technology solutions, you’ll have the chance to make a difference, while developing your career in a supportive, ambitious environment.
We’ll provide you with the tools, training, and flexibility you need to thrive, plus access to a range of rewards and benefits designed to help you perform at your best.
👉 If you’re ready to bring your recruitment expertise to one of the UK’s most recognised construction businesses, we’d love to hear from you.
Professional and personal development
The size and scale of Balfour Beatty coupled with our strong pipeline of work provides incredible opportunities, regardless of what stage you are at in your career. We encourage and empower our employees to take control of their career and explore which part of the business they want to work in and what role is right for them. We actively encourage our managers and employees to have open communication throughout the year about wellbeing, development and career opportunities.
We’re proud of the Balfour Beatty Academy. Whether it’s sharpening your technical expertise, improving your personal skills or seeking support to become professionally qualified, our 70:20:10 approach to development means we have a learning approach that suits everyone.
For further information about Balfour Beatty please go to www.balfourbeatty.com/careers
Benefits
We offer a full range of benefits. 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, with flexible start/finish times and up to 40% remote working where roles allow.
* 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata).
* Family friendly policies including maternity/adoption leave and paternity/partners leave.
* Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and more.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we believe diversity and inclusion are essential to a successful, happy workplace. Our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan guide our inclusive culture. We are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and AFBE, and we are committed to inclusive recruitment practices. We are also a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more information, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk
For feedback on our resourcing process, please contact candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com
EEO and employment information
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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