Who We Are

Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group with a history spanning over 110 years. Within the UK, we are a cornerstone of the nation’s transport network, providing end-to-end highways services through our Balfour Beatty Living Places and Highways divisions. We don’t just build roads; we manage the vital “Highways Services and Asset Management” that keep millions of people moving. Operating major long-term contracts for National Highways and local authorities (such as Warwickshire, Herefordshire, and Southampton), we provide the expert traffic management required to maintain the UK’s critical infrastructure.

Our Mission

Our mission is to lead the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future. Our core purpose is: “To sustainably deliver infrastructure which is vital to the UK.” In traffic management and highways, we aim to be “Always safe. Always reliable. Always improving lives,” ensuring that every journey is safer and more efficient through industry-leading asset management and operational excellence.

Our Core Values: The Cultural Framework

At Balfour Beatty, our work is guided by the “Build to Last” strategy and a deeply embedded safety culture:

• Zero Harm: Safety is our number one priority. We are committed to “Zero Harm” for our people, our supply chain partners, and the public. We believe everyone should go home safe every day.

• Right First Time: We pride ourselves on the quality of our engineering and delivery, ensuring that traffic management schemes are optimized for performance and safety from day one.

• Integrity & Ethics: We do the right thing. Our “Code of Ethics” ensures we operate transparently and ethically with all stakeholders and local authorities.

• Sustainability & Innovation: We are pioneers in “Digital-First” infrastructure, using real-time data and AI to enhance safety and productivity while working toward a “Net Zero” future.

• Inclusivity: We value everyone. We foster a diverse work environment where “Right to Respect” is a fundamental principle.

What We Do (Highways & Traffic Management)

Balfour Beatty provides comprehensive, tech-enabled highway and traffic solutions:

• Highways Maintenance & Asset Management: Managing thousands of miles of road networks through long-term local authority and national frameworks.

• High-Speed & Low-Speed TM: Full-scale traffic management for major motorway projects (Highways England) and urban street works.

• Reactive & Emergency Maintenance: Providing 24/7/365 support for road safety, severe weather response, and infrastructure repairs.

• Digital Infrastructure Services: Utilizing cutting-edge tools for real-time traffic monitoring and site safety assurance.

• Street Lighting & Signage: Managing and maintaining essential road assets to improve visibility and safety for all road users.

Careers in Traffic Management & Highways

At Balfour Beatty, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are one of the UK’s largest employers in the infrastructure sector, offering a wide range of career paths with unparalleled stability.

Typical Job Opportunities Include:

• Traffic Management Operatives (TMO): Skilled roles covering 12A/B and 12D road networks, responsible for the safe installation and maintenance of traffic schemes.

• Highway Maintenance Operatives: Multi-skilled roles involved in road repair, winter maintenance (gritting), and safety inspections.

• Supervisors & Foremen: Leadership positions overseeing site crews, ensuring adherence to “Zero Harm” protocols and project timelines.

• Civil Engineers & Designers: Technical roles focused on the planning and engineering of large-scale highway infrastructure and traffic flow.

• Early Careers (Apprentices & Graduates): We are a leader in early careers, recently reaching a milestone of 2,000 apprentices. We offer dedicated pathways for those starting in highways and traffic management.

Why Join Balfour Beatty?

• Scale & Complexity: Work on the UK’s most significant projects, from HS2 support to major motorway upgrades.

• Limitless Opportunities: With a vast global footprint, we offer a career where you can grow across different divisions and sectors.

• Inclusive & Supportive Culture: Benefit from affinity networks and a culture that values diversity and mental health.

• Leading the Change: Be part of a company that is digitizing the future of construction and infrastructure.