Job Description

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
About Us:
Are you a recruiter with a passion for building teams that deliver real impact in our communities? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? If so, we'd love you to join us at Balfour Beatty
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.
What you'll be doing
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.
*70% learning on the job, 20% learning from those around you, and 10% formal training courses and learning events.
For further information about Balfour Beatty please go to - You can also check out further job opportunities in the careers section
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. 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, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.

• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave

• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us
Balfour Beatty Group Enabling Functions are Legal, Finance, IT and Procurement, Communications, Health Safety and Environment, HR and Sustainability. Together, they support delivery of our Build to Last strategy whilst improving efficiencies and standardising our approach, systems and processes.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit:
We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at:

Skills Required