Graduate Engineers

BEAR Scotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK road management company is seeking Graduate Engineers to join their North West and South East units. The roles require compliance with health and safety standards, effective project management, and teamwork. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and demonstrate strong analytical abilities and commercial awareness. The company offers competitive salaries, a robust benefits package, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension and life assurance benefits

Up to 34 days of annual leave

Two paid charity days

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full working knowledge of relevant engineering principles.
• Working towards further qualification or chartered status.
• Valid UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality procedures.
• Deliver assigned projects on time and within budget.
• Assist with effective monitoring and control of costs.

Skills

Proficiency in analysis, design, and office software

Ability to meet strict deadlines

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant degree-level qualification or current experience in a related discipline

Job description

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BEAR is looking for Graduate Engineers who are eager to start their engineering careers and are interested in joining our North West and South East units.

BEAR Scotland manages, maintains, and improves 1962 km of Scottish trunk roads, including over 2000 bridges and structures, through some of the most scenic yet challenging parts of the country. This involves delivering million-pound investments annually on road maintenance and improvements.

The Graduate Engineer, reporting to the Nominated Delegate Engineer, will assist with daily activities related to the delivery of assigned work streams across various teams within the company. The role involves executing assigned tasks to meet technical standards, adhere to schedules and budgets, and may require moving between teams based on workload and training needs.

Role includes:

• Complying with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality procedures as part of the company’s Integrated Management Systems.
• Delivering assigned projects on time and within budget.
• Assisting with effective monitoring and control of costs.
• Helping establish good relationships with clients, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Assisting with correspondence.
• Planning daily workloads.
• Supporting the Designer’s role in accordance with CDM Regulations and drafting appropriate risk assessments.
• Assisting with the production of Health & Safety Information packs.
• Supporting the management and supervision of subcontractors.
• Participating in winter maintenance activities as required.
• Following the Graduate Training programme guidelines.
• Supporting the Delegated Engineer and team members as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Relevant degree-level qualification or current experience in a related discipline.
• Full working knowledge of relevant engineering principles.
• Working towards further qualification or chartered status.
• Proficiency in analysis, design, and office software.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Commercial awareness.
• Valid UK driving license.

Why BEAR?

We value our employees as our greatest asset. To attract and retain talented, innovative, and dedicated individuals, we offer:

• Competitive salary tailored to the role.
• Pension and life assurance benefits.
• Up to 34 days of annual leave, with options to purchase additional leave through Salary Sacrifice.
• Two paid days annually to support a charity of your choice.
• BEAR Rewards with shopping discounts and cashback.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Opportunities for development and career progression.

Grow your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to succeed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to fairness and equality in employment.

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