Highways Asset Manager

Matchtech; Bierton; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Stakeholder engagement

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Highways Asset Manager on an interim secondment to lead the highways assets team and drive strategic management of the function. The role focuses on developing asset management plans, lifecycle planning, and policy development in alignment with national best practices.

You will oversee substantial budgets, manage a multi-disciplinary team, and act as a senior technical representative to stakeholders while driving innovation and continuous improvement in asset

Qualifications

• Significant experience in highways asset management at senior level.
• Proven track record in managing substantial budgets and influencing investments.
• Experience in policy development and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team and drive performance.
• Develop and deliver highways asset management plans and lifecycle strategies.
• Shape policies aligned with objectives and best practices.
• Oversee capital maintenance programmes and bids within financial plans.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and health & safety requirements.
• Represent the council with stakeholders and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Highways asset management

Budget management

Strategic planning

Leadership & team direction

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Communication & presentation

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Professional qualification membership (IHE/CIHT/ICE)

Job description

Our client, is seeking a Highways Asset Manager to take on an interim secondment role within their highways assets team. This contract position will lead the strategic management of the highways asset function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a multi-disciplinary professional team, setting clear direction and managing performance.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive highways asset management plans, including lifecycle planning and inventory management.
• Shape long-term strategies, policies, and procedures in alignment with council objectives and national best practices.
• Manage and influence significant capital and revenue budgets, ensuring value for money and robust financial planning.
• Oversee the development of capital maintenance programmes and support bids within the Medium Term Financial Plan.
• Ensure full compliance with legislation, standards, and health & safety requirements.
• Act as a senior technical representative for the council with various stakeholders.
• Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and adoption of best practices in asset management.

Job Requirements:

• Significant experience in highways asset management with the ability to operate at a senior level.
• Extensive knowledge of highways asset management legislation, policy, and lifecycle planning.
• Proven track record in managing substantial budgets and influencing investment decisions.
• Strong strategic planning and service delivery experience, including policy development.
• Experience in leading and motivating multi-disciplinary teams and building a collaborative culture.
• Credibility and confidence to work effectively in a political environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Degree level education or equivalent experience, ideally with a relevant professional qualification and membership of a recognised professional institution (e.g. IHE, CIHT, ICE).

Benefits:

• Hybrid working arrangements with a minimum of 2 days in the office, with additional flexibility for the right candidate.
• Opportunity to lead a service of strategic importance and shape the future of a major highway network.
• Engagement with a wide range of stakeholders and influence over substantial investments.

If you are an experienced and dynamic Highways Asset Manager looking for an interim opportunity to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.