BEAR Scotland is responsible for managing and maintaining over 1422 km of trunk roads in the North West of Scotland for Transport Scotland. We operate in some of the most scenic but challenging parts of the country on various trunk road maintenance and improvement projects.
A role has become available within our North West Minor Improvements Team in Perth, where you will work with a diverse team to investigate, procure, construct and project manage geotechnical related projects.
The North West Trunk Road Unit faces numerous geotechnical challenges, and working in the Minor Improvements team provides the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of different projects including geotechnical risk mitigation works, rock slope hazard mitigation, improvements to embankments and drainage, geotechnical incident response and management of projects through DMRB geotechnical certification stages.
Candidates should have experience of geotechnical related projects and risk management as well as knowledge of health and safety, environmental and commercial aspects of schemes. Candidates are required to be Chartered Engineers through the UK Engineering Council.
Job Purpose:
* Assist in the investigation, design, planning, procurement and construction management of improvement works on the North West trunk road network.
Responsibilities and Activities include (but are not restricted to):
* Compliance with technical standards following the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges.
* Review of reports, investigations, feasibility studies and options assessments.
* Work as part of a team within NW Minor Improvements and with other departments.
* Collaborate closely with Jacobs UK.
* Work with specialists to complete tender evaluations and assist with contract award.
* Procure, supervise and measure geotechnical related works.
* Work with Environmental specialists to ensure adequate environmental screening is undertaken and appropriate mitigation measures are implemented prior to work commencing.
* Follow Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures that form part of our Integrated Management Systems.
* Assist in the team's compliance with the CDM Regulations and ensure that robust risk assessments are carried out before works, operations or inspections take place.
* Use Transport Scotland's asset management systems and geographical inventory system to keep inventory data and as built records up to date.
* Prepare cost estimates and monitor the internal financial performance of individual schemes.
* Assist Graduate Engineers and Technicians within the team.
* Deliver projects within an annual programme of work.
* Provide timely responses to third party correspondence.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
* Experience in geotechnical related projects.
* Chartered Engineer through the UK Engineering Council (essential).
* A valid UK driving licence.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of software packages is essential.
* Knowledge of AutoCAD software is desirable.
Why Us?
We currently manage, maintain and improve 1962km of Scottish trunk roads, including over 2000 bridges and structures, through some of the most scenic and challenging parts of the country. Our success depends on retaining and attracting talented individuals who are dedicated to delivering high-quality results.
In return, we offer:
* A competitive salary.
* Pension and life assurance.
* Up to 34 days annual leave per year.
* Additional annual leave purchase through Salary Sacrifice.
* Two paid days per year to support your chosen charity.
* BEAR Rewards – shopping discounts and cashback.
* Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Development and progression plan.
Grow your career with us and deliver your best work to evolve, flourish and succeed.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to ensuring equality of opportunity in employment and fair treatment of all employees.