Principal Bridge Engineer

BWB Consulting Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Healthcare Cash Plan

25+ days holiday

Job summary

BWB Consulting Ltd, located in Birmingham, seeks a technical delivery leader who excels in managing design tasks and preparing detailed reports. You will engage with clients, manage project specifications, and support the professional development of your team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality management and experience with National Highways and Network Rail projects. Employees benefit from a high-performance culture, competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build effective working relationships.
• Experience engaging with clients through direct interactions.
• Expertise in translating complex engineering concepts for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of design tasks.
• Prepare and check technical reports and specifications.
• Support team development through mentoring.

Skills

Relationship building

Client engagement

Technical report preparation

Project management

Quality management

Job description

Who We Are

BWB Consulting is a dynamic, award‑winning engineering and environmental design consultancy. We push boundaries, innovate, and deliver exceptional results—earning us the 2024 Wellbeing Award. We’re serious about people – BWB is an Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing accredited organisation, investing in talent, growth and a high‑performance culture where you can thrive, challenge yourself, and make an impact.

Why Join Us?

At BWB, you’ll be part of a team that drives excellence, innovates, works with integrity, collaborates and leads in sustainability. Shape the future with BWB Consulting.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the technical delivery of design tasks and activities.
• Preparing and/or checking and approving detailed technical reports, calculations, drawings and specifications.
• Developing designs from concept stage through to detailed design, implementing workflow, design processes and best practices.
• Supporting the technical and professional development of team members.
• Communicating directly with clients and other stakeholders.
• Contributing to the resource management of the team; contributing to the development and delivery of the business strategy.
• Ensuring the team complies with relevant standards, regulations and project briefs as well as BWB’s Quality Management System.
• Experience across National Highways, Network Rail, Local Highway Authorities and private development projects.

What You’ll Bring

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across all levels, both internally and externally.
• Proven experience in engaging directly with clients and stakeholders through face‑to‑face interactions.
• Expertise in translating complex engineering concepts and solutions into clear, understandable information for non‑technical audiences.
• Experience working on projects across National Highway, Network Rail, local highway authorities and private developments.
• Proficiency in developing designs from initial concept through to detailed design, ensuring a seamless transition across project stages.
• Skilled in preparing comprehensive technical reports, calculations, drawings and specifications with attention to detail.
• Ability to implement efficient workflows, design processes and best practices to enhance project outcomes.
• Strong background in quality management, ensuring all work complies with relevant standards, regulations and project briefs.
• Experience leading smaller projects and managing tasks or activities within larger projects.
• Competent in contributing to project scheduling and resource planning.
• Committed to supporting the technical and professional growth of team members through mentoring and guidance.
• Actively contribute to the development and execution of the company's strategic goals.

Benefits

• High‑Performance Culture – Be part of a team that’s driven, innovative and always evolving.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits – Top‑tier pay, 5% pension match and exclusive perks.
• Career Growth – Fully funded development programmes, chartership support and professional memberships.
• Flexibility & Wellbeing – Hybrid working & core hours, 25+ days holiday, healthcare cash plan and wellbeing initiatives.
• Make a Difference – Work on meaningful projects, engage with communities and shape the future.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome all talent. As a proud supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant, we actively encourage applications from veterans, reservists and military families. We are a Disability Confident Employer, championing diversity, inclusion and individuality – whatever your background, if you’re ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

Explore our guide, Working for BWB, to find out more and start your journey today.