DESIGN MANGER – North West Unit

 Location:  Perth

Category: Engineering / Roads / Structures

Contract: Full Time, Monday – Friday, Hybrid Available up to two days a week after 3 months employment  

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.

Taking responsibility for the North West Unit we are responsible for 1,422km of trunk road, stretching from the rugged beauty of Thurso and Wick in the far north, down to the Cowal peninsula 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 an experienced engineer to join the team as Design Manager on a full-time basis.

Reporting to the Operating Company Representative you will be the primary point of contact for all design matters relating to roads and structures. You will lead the coordination, integration, preparation, review, and approval of design activities across the Unit, ensuring high standards and compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the delivery of all design work for roads and structures within the Unit, ensuring contract standards are met and work is carried out by qualified staff.
• Appoint and assign design staff based on discipline, competence, experience, and qualifications.
• Visible leadership of health and safety, environmental management and adherence to the company’s management systems.
• Oversee the inspection and maintenance of all structures within the Unit.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners and regulatory bodies.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Degree in appropriate engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within a trunk road maintenance contract or road infrastructure design environment.
• Chartered Engineer status with a recognised UK engineering institution (e.g., ICE, IStructE, IHE, CIHT).
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and ensure design integrity across diverse projects.

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.