Pavement Manager

BEAR Scotland; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading road maintenance provider in Scotland is seeking a Pavement Manager to oversee their team and ensure timely delivery of projects. Candidates should possess a relevant Civil Engineering degree and ideally be pursuing professional qualification. The role involves coordinating with Transport Scotland and managing technical reports. A competitive salary and generous benefits are offered, along with the possibility of hybrid work after three months of employment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Employee benefits including annual leave purchase and Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant Civil Engineering degree required.
• Working towards IEng/CEng qualification preferred.
• Must have knowledge of current design standards.
• Full UK Driving license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage the pavement team to meet delivery deadlines.
• Coordinate technical reports delivery to Transport Scotland.
• Liaise with Transport Scotland at workshops.
• Prioritize team workload for programme achievement.

Skills

Civil Engineering knowledge

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant Civil Engineering degree

Professional qualification (IEng/CEng)

Job description

Pavement Manager

Location: Perth
Category: Engineering
Contract: Fulltime, 40 hours per week, Hybrid Available when employed for 3 months, OT is available on occasion.

BEAR Scotland is a leading provider of road maintenance and management services, proudly responsible for the upkeep and enhancement of the country’s vital trunk road network — including bridges and key infrastructure — across some of the most scenic and challenging terrain in the UK.

Our Northwest Trunk Road Unit spans over 1,422km of roadways, stretching from the rugged beauty of Thurso and Wick in the far north, down to the coastal charm of Campbeltown in Argyll and Bute. It connects communities from Uig on the Isle of Skye to the historic cities of Perth and Stirling, offering a unique opportunity to work across a landscape that’s as diverse as it is inspiring.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Managing the pavement team to ensure scheme approvals meet delivery deadlines
• Coordinating delivery of technical reports/studies to Transport Scotland
• Liaising with Transport Scotland at regular technical workshops to discuss specific scheme challenges and solutions
• Prioritising team workload to ensure programme dates are achieved

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Relevant Civil Engineering degree
• Professionally qualified or working towards professional qualification (IEng/CEng)
• Knowledge of current design standards
• Working knowledge of contract control and management systems
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to produce innovative solutions to engineering problems
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Full approved UK Driving license

Why BEAR?

At the heart of our success is our people — talented, innovative, and dedicated individuals who drive everything we do. We’re committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering a supportive and rewarding work environment.

In return, we provide:

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Access to a range of employee benefits including annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work scheme, and our Employee Assistance Programme

We believe in empowering our team to grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential.

Join a company that inspires you to deliver your best work and supports your journey to evolve and succeed.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to promoting fairness, inclusion, and diversity across all areas of our business.