Graduate Roads Engineer - BEAR Scotland
Competitive Salary, Generous Benefits Package, and Hybrid Working Opportunities
About BEAR Scotland
BEAR Scotland is a trusted alliance between three renowned companies - Vinci, Jacobs, and Breedon. Together, they manage two of Scotland’s four Trunk Road Maintenance Contracts (South-East & North-West) for Transport Scotland. In addition, BEAR Scotland leads two major DBFO contracts: M80 Stepps - Haggs and A92 Dundee - Arbroath.
With an unwavering focus on delivering exceptional service, BEAR Scotland is recognised as a sector leader in Scotland. Their commitment to innovation, flexibility, and operational excellence continues to drive improvements across the country’s vital transport infrastructure.
The Opportunity
Prime Workforce is currently recruiting for a Graduate Roads Engineer to join BEAR Scotland’s team. Based in their North West Network team, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate to contribute to road maintenance and improvement projects while receiving training and development in all aspects of road engineering.
Key Responsibilities
As a Graduate Roads Engineer, you will:
1. Assist in the Design and Maintenance of Roads: Support senior engineers in the design, maintenance, and upgrading of road infrastructure projects, including the preparation of technical reports, designs, and plans.
2. Survey and Inspection Support: Participate in road condition surveys, inspections, and assessments to identify issues and propose solutions.
3. Assist in Project Management: Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of road maintenance and improvement projects, including liaising with contractors and suppliers.
4. Compliance and Standards: Assist in ensuring compliance with technical standards and guidelines related to road design, construction, and maintenance.
5. Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, project managers, contractors, and clients.
6. Document Management: Assist in the production and management of project documentation, ensuring proper record-keeping and version control.
Skills and Experience
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
1. Qualifications: A degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
2. Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of road design and construction principles, and a willingness to develop expertise in road infrastructure.
3. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in teams.
4. Problem-Solving Ability: An analytical approach to problem-solving with attention to detail.
5. Adaptability: A proactive, flexible attitude and the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
6. Driving Licence: A valid UK driving licence is desirable.
Why Join BEAR Scotland?
This is a great opportunity to kick-start your engineering career with BEAR Scotland, where you will work on challenging and rewarding road infrastructure projects. In addition to hands-on experience, BEAR Scotland offers:
1. A competitive salary package
2. Pension scheme and life assurance
3. Up to 34 days annual leave (with options to purchase additional leave)
4. BEAR Rewards: Discounts and cashback on shopping
5. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
6. Flexible working options
7. Cycle to Work Scheme
8. Structured career progression with ongoing training and development
9. 2 paid charity days per year
About Prime Workforce
Prime Workforce is proud to be BEAR Scotland’s exclusive recruitment partner. As a division of Prime Trading Group, we are a trusted name in the recruitment industry, dedicated to connecting talented professionals with leading organisations.
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