Network Data Manager

Bellrock Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Infrastructure Services Company in the UK is seeking a Network Data Manager to oversee highway asset inventories and manage inspection teams. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing large-scale highway networks and data sets, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary and a variety of benefits, including career growth opportunities and flexible benefits packages.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Generous pension scheme

At least 24 days of holiday

Flexible benefits package

Community engagement opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing highways network inventories.
• Highways Engineer or data analyst background.
• Experience working on complex highway networks.
• Ability to assess contract requirements and propose improvements.
• Experience in managing inspection and data analysis teams.

Responsibilities

• Comply with relevant health and safety legislation.
• Organise inspection teams to achieve programme milestones.
• Manage highway inventory databases.
• Ensure compliance with contractual processes.
• Organise network surveys and assessments.
• Maintain good relations with auditors.

Skills

Data processing capabilities

People management

Communication skills

Independent thinking

Job description

Network Data Manager

Requisition ID: 9339

Location: Sheffield – Olive Grove Depot (S2 3GE), on site.

Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Overview

The Network Data Manager will oversee all Network Asset Inventories and associated highway software systems critical to effective contract management. The role includes direct line management of the highway’s inspection and data analysis teams.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all relevant health and safety legislation.
• Organise and direct inspection team members to ensure programme milestones are achieved.
• Manage the currency of all highway inventory databases, including updates resulting from works carried out by SSA Core or Non‑Core.
• Ensure compliance with contractual accrual/de‑accrual processes.
• Organise and ensure SPV‑procured network surveys (e.g., SCRIM, Deflec.) are completed on time.
• Ensure maintainability assessments are undertaken on third‑party works and raise challenges as appropriate.
• Maintain and update the material gazetteer.
• Maintain good relations with independent auditors and facilitate inspection audits as required.
• Monitor surfacing programmes and organise post‑surfacing inspections as required.
• Schedule random sample checks of condition audits to ensure consistent quality.
• Organise and update asset valuation as required.
• Ensure the asset management plan is submitted in line with contract requirements.
• Maintain inspectors’ accreditation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high‑ways network inventories, particularly within large‑scale highway networks.
• Highways Engineer or data analyst with strong data processing capabilities.
• Demonstrable experience working on a complex highway network or managing large, complex data sets.
• Independent thinker able to assess contract requirements against current practice and propose improvements.
• Experience in people management of inspection and data analysis teams.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate a team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential yearly reviews.
• Clear career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship programmes.
• Generous pension scheme with company contributions.
• At least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy an additional 5 days.
• Flexible benefits package including cycle‑to‑work schemes, charitable giving and gym memberships.
• Access to exclusive discounts across a range of retailers and services.
• Community engagement with 2 paid volunteering days a year and other local projects.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. Applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, regardless of background, gender, race or personal circumstances, are encouraged. We proudly offer candidates with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For any questions or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].