The Diversity Group Directory 08/09

Jennifer began her career at the Highways Agency in 2004 - she stated that flexible working hours was one of the initial attractions for her joining the Agency.

Over the past two years, Jennifer has worked as a Marketing and Promotions Manager and has been involved in promoting the many information services that are available to our customers when planning their journeys.

“This position has provided me with the opportunity to work in a stimulating environment on a broad range of interesting projects”.

Jennifer believes that another attraction for working at the Highways Agency is the career development options on offer.

“The Agency is providing me with study support for an external marketing qualification. If you are interested in career development, there are several routes to opt for; the Agency does not have a ‘one size fits all’ policy so there is bound to be one that suits you”.

Rob is a Chartered Civil Engineer and has worked as a Project Manager for over 20 years.

“I joined the Highways Agency to work on larger projects and since joining the Agency five years ago I have worked within the team that is widening the M25”.

The M25 is one of Europe’s busiest motorways and is at the core of our road network. In order to manage traffic flows more successfully, the remaining three lane sections of the carriageway are being widened to four.

Rob is specifically managing two sections of the widening project and has been involved with many complex and varied tasks from carriageway repair to the production and publication of an environmental statement. When discussing this role Rob explained “I really enjoy working on this project (the largest the Agency has undertaken to date) due to its differing challenges and experiences”.