Roads Engineer/Technician Trunk Road Improvements
Location: Perth Category: Roads / Technician Contract: Permanent / Full time / 40hrs per week
BEAR Scotland is a leading road maintenance and management service provider in Scotland, maintaining and improving Scottish Trunk Roads including bridges and structures through some of the most scenic, but challenging, parts of the country.
The Northwest Trunk Road Unit spans some 1,422km of trunk road through some of the most scenic parts of the country. It covers a huge area of Scotland, from Thurso and Wick in the very north of the Highlands down to Campbeltown in Argyll and Bute, from Uig on Skye to Perth and Stirling.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Engineer or Technician to join our existing team on a full-time basis. You will be responsible for the investigation, design and delivery of a range of road improvement projects on the NW Unit as part of an annual programme of investment.
Applications from recent graduates will also be considered.
Working in the Northwest Unit offers an opportunity to enhance skills and professional development in a rewarding environment through delivery of solutions to wide ranging engineering challenges. BEAR Scotland offer full support to achieve your professional qualification goals.
Roles and Responsibilities:
To support the delivery of trunk road improvements ranging in value from circa £50,000 to £1.0M
Apply Engineering expertise and sound judgment to the investigation and design of trunk road improvement projects
Preparing detailed reports, drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and pre-construction information
Support both our internal contractor teams and external procurement and tendering process
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Professionally Qualified, or with a clear pathway to becoming professionally qualified
Experience with AutoCAD Software (Essential)
Working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (Essential)
Experience of Civils 3D software along with Design Package such as KeySigns, KeyLines etc is desirable
Experience with Construction, Design and Management Regulations
Good Communication Skills
Ability to prioritise work and work to deadlines
A Valid UK Driving Licence is required
Why BEAR?
At the heart of our organisation are our people talented, dedicated professionals who help drive our success. Were committed to creating a positive, supportive working environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.
We invest in our teams by offering a wide range of internal and external training opportunities and encouraging continuous professional development at every career stage.
If youre passionate about delivering the best for clients, enjoy working collaboratively, and hold yourself to high ethical standards, youll be a great fit for our team.
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Generous holiday entitlement
Pension scheme with up to 6% employer match
Employee benefits, including annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme
Were proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to fairness, inclusion, and diversity across our business.
Join us and be part of a company that supports your development, values your contribution, and inspires you to do your best work.
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