Highways Permitting & Compliance Coordinator

Balfour Beatty plc; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart working

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Volunteering leave

Job summary

Balfour Beatty Living Places is seeking a Permitting Coordinator in Lincolnshire to manage streetworks permits and ensure compliance with NRSWA. The role involves coordinating with operational teams, authorities and clients to minimise disruption and maintain safety standards.

You will review plans, update permits, and monitor performance against KPIs while building strong working relationships with local authorities and internal teams. A proactive, detail-oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating streetworks and permits.
• Familiarity with NRSWA requirements and compliance processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong IT and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day permit applications and variations through Confirm system.
• Coordinate permit extensions, early starts and other permit modifications.
• Liaise with supervisors and operational teams to ensure permits are updated accurately and on time.
• Review planned works using Causeway One Network to identify conflicts and collaboration opportunities.
• Ensure work descriptions, locations and documentation are accurate and compliant.
• Monitor permit performance against KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review Section 74 notices, Fixed Penalty Notices and failed inspections, identifying root causes and preventative actions.
• Maintain system dashboards and keep records current and accurate.
• Build strong relationships with Lincolnshire County Council and other stakeholders.
• Support a culture of Zero Harm and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Stakeholder liaison

Tools

Confirm system

Causeway One Network

Workzone

Job description

Balfour Beatty Living Places is seeking a Permitting Coordinator in Lincolnshire to manage streetworks permits and ensure compliance with NRSWA. The role involves coordinating with operational teams, authorities and clients to minimise disruption and maintain safety standards.

You will review plans, update permits, and monitor performance against KPIs while building strong working relationships with local authorities and internal teams. A proactive, detail-oriented approach is essential.