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Pavement Engineer

Job details
Posting date: 17 March 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 16 April 2026
Location: Perth, Perth & Kinross
Remote working: Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week
Company: BEAR Scotland
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: Pavement Engineer

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Summary

Pavement Engineer

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pavement Engineer to join our existing team on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Pavement Manager, you will be responsible for carrying out pavement designs, co-ordinating pavement investigations and conducting/compiling technical reports for submission to Transport Scotland.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Carrying out visual inspections
Carrying out pavement designs
Coordinating pavement investigations including rotary coring, FWD and GPR surveying
Conducting data analysis and compiling technical reports for submission to Transport Scotland

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:


Hold a Degree in Civil Engineering
Ideally bring experience within a highway maintenance environment
Possess, or be actively working towards, a relevant professional qualification

Why BEAR?

At the heart of our organisation are our people — talented, dedicated professionals who help drive our success. We’re committed to creating a positive, supportive working environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.

We invest in our teams by offering a wide range of internal and external training opportunities and encouraging continuous professional development at every career stage.

If you’re passionate about delivering the best for clients, enjoy working collaboratively, and hold yourself to high ethical standards, you’ll be a great fit for our team.

What We Offer

Competitive salary
Generous holiday entitlement
Pension scheme with up to 6% employer match
Employee benefits, including annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work scheme, and an 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.

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