Main Responsibilities

As ITS Business Manager, you will lead the development and implementation of the business plan, translating strategic objectives into measurable commercial and operational outcomes. You will take ownership of the business unit's profit and loss performance, managing revenue, margins, cashflow, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with company governance and commercial processes.

You will oversee the successful delivery of ITS projects and maintenance services, ensuring all safety, quality, environmental, contractual, and programme requirements are met. Working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, you will build strong relationships, identify new business opportunities, and lead bid development and mobilisation activities to support future growth.

The role will also involve managing supply chain performance, driving procurement excellence, and encouraging innovation through the adoption of new technologies, systems, and processes. In addition, you will lead, motivate, and develop a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing culture that reflects company values and supports continuous improvement.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a resilient and adaptable leader who can operate confidently at both strategic and operational levels. You will be commercially astute, highly motivated, and committed to continuous improvement, with a passion for developing people, driving innovation, and delivering outstanding outcomes for clients and the business. Professional membership, project management qualifications, or relevant engineering experience would be beneficial but are not essential for candidates who can demonstrate equivalent expertise and leadership capability. You will possess outstanding stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships both internally and externally. Experience in sectors such as transportation, infrastructure, telecommunications, utilities, or systems integration would be highly advantageous, particularly where exposure to Intelligent Transportation Systems has been gained.

At Colas, our culture is guided by four core values: Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, and Sharing. These values shape how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We believe that respect is the foundation of every relationship. By treating others as we wish to be treated, we foster fairness, transparency, and inclusion within our teams and with our clients, communities, and partners. Commitment means dedicating ourselves fully to everything we do. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. With a pioneering spirit, we prioritise bold innovation over blind ambition. We welcome new ideas, invest in our people, and work to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that shape the future. Through sharing, we build trust and solidarity, encouraging collaboration and growth at all levels of the business.

Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued, and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

In line with our Company Policy, Colas Ltd has a preference for direct hiring, and we will reach out to our PSL (Preferred Suppliers List) agencies if the role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If a speculative CV is sent, no fee will be applicable.