Principal Bridge Design Engineer

BWB Consulting•Birmingham, MI

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

BWB Consulting is seeking an experienced bridge design engineer to take ownership of technical delivery and support the development of other engineers. The role involves developing bridge designs from concept through detailed delivery, building client relationships, and strengthening the company’s bridge engineering capability. Projects may involve National Highways, Network Rail, local highway authorities, and private developers. The engineer will also contribute to improved working practices, team development, and the team’s future direction.

Requirements

Chartered Engineer status (CEng), with membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE).
Strong bridge design experience, including projects for National Highways, Network Rail, local highway authorities, and/or private developers.
Experience developing designs from concept through to detailed design.
A strong record of preparing and checking technical reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
Experience leading smaller projects or managing technical activities within larger schemes.
Sound knowledge of relevant engineering standards, regulations, and quality management requirements.
Confidence working directly with clients and stakeholders, building effective relationships, and communicating complex ideas to non-technical audiences.
Ability to contribute to project scheduling and resource planning.
Proactive approach to improving design processes and project outcomes.
Commitment to mentoring others and supporting their professional growth.
Interest in contributing to the team’s wider objectives and long-term development.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of smaller projects and lead design tasks and workstreams within larger multidisciplinary schemes.
Guide designs from initial concept through to detailed design, balancing technical requirements with client objectives.
Prepare, check, and approve technical reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications within areas of responsibility.
Work directly with clients and stakeholders, explain engineering proposals, and help resolve technical challenges.
Mentor colleagues, share expertise, and support their technical and professional development.
Embed effective workflows, design processes, and best practices to support consistent, efficient delivery.
Contribute to project programmes and resource planning, aligning skills and capacity with project needs.
Contribute to the development and delivery of the team’s business strategy.
Ensure designs meet relevant standards, regulations, project briefs, and BWB’s Quality Management System.

Benefits

Inclusive culture that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
Competitive salary.
5% pension match.
Life assurance.
Long-service recognition.
25 days’ holiday, rising to 28 days.
Option to buy additional holiday.
Hybrid working with 3 days in the office.
Flexible core hours.
Westfield Health.
Healthcare cash plan.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Wellbeing initiatives.
Fully funded training.
Chartership support.
Paid professional subscriptions.
Volunteering days.
Social events.
Discounts and savings.