Graduate Civil and Structural Engineer - North West Contract - Roads

BEAR Scotland Limited; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Graduate development programme

Mentoring

Professional accreditation support

Annual leave increases

Pension scheme

CSR days

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

BEAR Scotland Limited is offering a Graduate Engineer role within the North West Unit, based in Perth or Inverness. You will gain hands-on experience across bridges, highways and trunk road maintenance, while developing technical, project management and professional skills.

The programme provides structured training, mentoring and support towards chartership, with a clear path to ICE/IStructE accreditation and a hybrid working pattern after an initial period.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in highways, bridges, structures and transport infrastructure.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience using engineering or design software would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the inspection, maintenance and improvement of bridges, structures and trunk roads across Scotland’s strategic road network.
• Assisting with the delivery of engineering projects from planning and design through to construction and completion.
• Undertaking site visits, condition inspections and surveys to help identify and assess engineering solutions.
• Preparing technical reports, specifications, risk assessments and project documentation.
• Supporting the management of project programmes, budgets and costs.
• Working collaboratively with contractors, local authorities, clients and other stakeholders.
• Assisting in fulfilling Designer duties in accordance with CDM Regulations and health and safety requirements.
• Contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of winter maintenance and emergency response activities when required.
• Learning from experienced engineers and participating in BEAR’s Graduate Development Programme.
• Working towards a professional qualification and chartered status with support from the business.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Professional accreditation

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

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Graduate Civil and Structural Engineer - North West Contract - Roads

Job Reference bearscotland/TP/1936/54

Contract Type:

Full Time

Competitive Salary depending on experience and qualifications

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Perth

Job Category:

Region / Division:

UK Region

Contract Unit:

North West

Job Introduction

Graduate Structural / Civil Engineer

Location: Inverness / Perth / South Queensferry / Bonnyrigg / Stepps
Category: Engineering / Roads / Bridges / Structures / Planned Maintenance
Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday
Working Style: Hybrid (Office / On-Site and Remote) Hybrid policy is applicable after 3 months employment

At BEAR Scotland, we manage, maintain and improve over 1,962km of Scotland’s trunk road network and more than 2,000 bridges and structures across some of the country’s most iconic and challenging landscapes. Every year, we deliver multi-million-pound programmes of maintenance, renewal and improvement works that keep Scotland connected and moving safely.

The North West 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’re looking for enthusiastic and ambitious graduates in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline to join our North West. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience working on critical transport infrastructure projects while developing the technical, commercial and project management skills needed for a successful engineering career.

As a Graduate Engineer, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers across a variety of teams, gaining valuable exposure to bridge and highway maintenance, asset management, project delivery and construction activities. You’ll also benefit from structured training, mentoring and support towards professional accreditation and chartership.

Responsibilities and Activities:

• Supporting the inspection, maintenance and improvement of bridges, structures and trunk roads across Scotland’s strategic road network.
• Assisting with the delivery of engineering projects from planning and design through to construction and completion.
• Undertaking site visits, condition inspections and surveys to help identify and assess engineering solutions.
• Preparing technical reports, specifications, risk assessments and project documentation.
• Supporting the management of project programmes, budgets and costs.
• Working collaboratively with contractors, local authorities, clients and other stakeholders.
• Assisting in fulfilling Designer duties in accordance with CDM Regulations and health and safety requirements.
• Contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of winter maintenance and emergency response activities when required.
• Learning from experienced engineers and participating in BEAR’s Graduate Development Programme.
• Working towards a professional qualification and chartered status with support from the business.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in highways, bridges, structures and transport infrastructure.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ambition to progress towards ICE, IStructE or other relevant professional accreditation.
• Experience using engineering or design software would be advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence.

Why Join BEAR?

At BEAR, you’ll be part of a team responsible for maintaining and improving some of Scotland’s most important infrastructure. We are committed to developing our people and providing graduates with the experience, support and opportunities needed to build a rewarding long‑term career.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + benefits package
• Structured Graduate Development Programme
• Mentoring from experienced Chartered Engineers
• Support towards professional accreditation and chartership
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Pension scheme (up to 6% employer contribution)
• CSR Days
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

We’re 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.