Junior Asset Sponsor

The M25 is one of our Flagship projects in the UK! It is the most used part of the UK Strategic Road Network with it seeing over 200,000 vehicles per day and it’s a critical infrastructure asset for personal and goods vehicles into and around our capital. The network includes around 800 structures and 5 tunnels, so it requires high levels of performance, constant improvement and repairs to keep it operating smoothly.We’ve formed a Joint Venture project called Connect Plus Services (CPS) to work with our partners to widen, operate and maintain the M25 under a 30-year contract and we are looking for a Junior Asset Sponsor.The Junior Asset Sponsor is responsible for the strategic asset management, planning, and performance of the M25 DBFO portfolio including Paved Areas, Structures, Dartford Crossings and the wider Tunnels and Ancillaries portfolio.This role supports the delivery of a TOTEX investment approach that is applied across Planned Maintenance, Lifecycle Renewals, and Improvements, with projected investments exceeding £70 million per annum over the remaining 15 years of the contract.Supporting the definition of a strategic investment direction, the Junior Asset Sponsor will interface with the specialist asset management teams across a diverse range of assets, including:TechnologyTunnel mechanical and electrical systemsLightingPavementStructuresDrainageVehicle restraint systemsRoad markings & signageThe Junior Asset Sponsor will also engage with the Asset Delivery team and Commercial Team supporting that agreed project, programme and portfolios plans remain on track in terms of time, quality and performance.  They will highlight and escalate delivery and programme issues where necessary, ensuring the business is aware of any asset or operational impacts caused by delays or failures. They will deploy a systems approach and help develop and deliver a joined-up approach between Asset Managers, Commercial Managers, Project Managers and Planners.The Junior Asset Sponsor will be help shape the investment plans for each asset category focusing on value for money and value engineering outputs.Key Accountabilities: Support CPS Asset Managers, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure that Asset Management Strategies are implemented and evidenced by our forward-looking Asset Management Plans.Support internal Client function for PDA Asset Portfolio, helping to define budgets for maintenance, renewals, and improvement activities.Support effective asset management, guiding and supporting specialist teams to identify, prioritise, and implement value-driven maintenance and renewal solutions. Ensure these are accurately reflected in the Asset Management Forward Plan (AMFP).Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement within asset delivery teams. Oversee maintenance and renewal delivery functions, refine integrated delivery plans, and monitor progress against time, quality, and cost metrics—escalating issues when necessary.Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement within commercial and supply chain teams. Support and guide commercial information and development of robust spending forecastsSupport the implementation of key policies and documentation, including the Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP), asset management policies, methodologies, performance specifications and operating processes.Support management of holistic risk plans, addressing potential impacts of change and ensuring resilience in asset operations.Drive environmental and sustainability goals, ensuring alignment with CPS commitments to net-zero and biodiversity net gain.Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including CPS functional areas, CP, and National Highways (NH), to align with M25 Tunnels portfolio delivery objectives.