David Johns

David Johns has extensive experience in infrastructure management and engineering, currently serving as Head of Frameworks at Vortex Companies since September 2025, and as Design & Delivery Manager at East Sussex Highways since June 2021. Previously, David held the role of Major Projects Manager at Balfour Beatty Living Places and Principal Asset Engineer at East Sussex County Council, focusing on strategic planning and compliance with legislation in asset management. Earlier positions include Design Engineer at CH2M, where David led highway improvement schemes, and various roles at East Sussex County Council, including Senior Highway Technician and Reactive Works Engineer. David's career began at Hastings Borough Council and COLAS in civil engineering, where responsibilities included managing budgets and supervising improvement schemes.