Civil Engineer ROLE WITH SPONSORSHIP

Employer: Scottish Government
Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £36,944 – £42,244 per year
Pension Contribution: 28.97% employer contribution
Application Deadline: 11:55 pm, Wednesday, 12th February 2025
Number of Positions: 3

Job Summary

The Scottish Government is offering an exciting opportunity for Graduate Civil Engineers to join Transport Scotland’s Graduate Scheme. This Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) accredited program provides structured training to support graduates in achieving Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.

The scheme includes internal rotations within Transport Scotland and external secondments with design consultancies and construction firms, offering a well-rounded experience in planning, engineering, and project management. Graduates will receive hands-on experience in major national infrastructure projects while benefiting from structured development and professional mentoring.

Successful candidates will enter a Training Agreement with Transport Scotland, ensuring their professional development aligns with ICE membership requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Work on infrastructure projects and oversee technical aspects
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with teams, clients, and government departments
• Technical Challenges: Assist in solving engineering issues in real-world projects
• Procurement of Services: Support procurement processes for contractors and consultants
• Ministerial Support: Provide technical advice and reports for Scottish Government Ministers

Essential Qualifications & Skills

Education Requirements:

• MEng in Civil Engineering (accredited by the Engineering Council)
  OR
• BEng/BSc in Civil Engineering + MSc in a related subject (both accredited by the Engineering Council)

Technical/Professional Skills:

• Developing Science & Engineering Capability: Apply best practices in engineering work
• Technical Oversight & Management: Plan and manage technical aspects of projects

Behaviours Assessed:

• Making Effective Decisions – Level 3 (leading criteria)
• Developing Self and Others – Level 3
• Communicating and Influencing – Level 3
• Working Together – Level 3

Benefits

• Annual Salary: £36,944 – £42,244
• Civil Service Pension: Employer contribution of 28.97% (£10,702 contribution from employer)
• Professional Development: ICE-accredited training scheme to achieve Chartered Engineer status
• Flexible Working Options: Including full-time, part-time, and hybrid arrangements
• Inclusive Work Environment: Diversity and inclusion programs within the Civil Service

Application & Selection Process

• Application Deadline: 12th February 2025 (11:55 pm)
• Required Documents: CV and Supporting Statement (max 1,500 words)
• Assessment Process:
• Initial application review
• Interview & Presentation: Week commencing 10th March 2025 (subject to change)
• Security Clearance: Criminal record and Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks required

Eligibility Criteria

Open to:

• UK nationals
• Irish nationals
• Certain Commonwealth and EU nationals with the right to work in the UK

For full details and to apply, visit: Scottish Government Recruitment Portal