Graduate Civil and Structural Engineer - South East Contract - Roads

BEAR Scotland Limited; South Queensferry; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary + benefits package

Structured Graduate Development £

Mentoring from Chartered Engineers

Support toward professional acc/charte

Generous annual leave with buy-back

Pension scheme (up to 6% employer)

CSR Days

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Résumé du poste

BEAR Scotland Limited is recruiting a Graduate Civil and Structural Engineer for the South East Unit. You will gain hands-on experience on trunk road projects, bridging design and maintenance, with exposure to asset management and project delivery.

You will work with experienced engineers, benefiting from structured training, mentoring and support toward professional accreditation and chartership as part of BEAR’s Graduate Development Programme.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Interest in highways, bridges, structures and transport infrastructure.
• Willingness to learn and develop professional accreditation.

Responsabilités

• Support inspection, maintenance and improvement of bridges, structures and trunk roads across Scotland’s network.
• Assist with delivery of engineering projects from planning to construction.
• Undertake site visits, condition inspections and surveys to identify solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications and risk assessments.
• Support project programmes, budgets and costs.
• Collaborate with contractors, local authorities and clients.
• Assist in CDM Designer duties and health and safety requirements.
• Contribute to winter maintenance and emergency response activities.

Connaissances

Analytical

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Learning mindset

Ambition for professional acc

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Outils

Engineering software

Description du poste

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Graduate Civil and Structural Engineer - South East Contract - Roads

Job Reference bearscotland/TP/1936/87

Contract Type:

Full Time

Competitive Salary depending on experience and qualifications

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Job Category:

UK Region

Contract Unit:

South East

Job Introduction

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 South-East Trunk Road Unit spans 506km through some of the busiest sections of the country, from central Scotland to through the Scottish Borders. Trunk roads in the South East range from the major multi-lane motorways across the central belt to roads through villages in the borders.

The South-East Unit includes 870 bridges and structures including the iconic Queensferry Crossing and Forth Road Bridge, as well as other major bridges such as the Kincardine Bridge and Clackmannanshire Bridge.

We’re looking for enthusiastic and ambitious graduates in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline to join our South East team. 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.