Principal Bridge Engineer in Nottingham

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 and the ACE Best Large Consultancy of the Year (2022). We are both Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing accredited organisations, investing in talent, growth and a high‑performance culture where you can thrive, challenge yourself and make an impact.

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

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the technical delivery of design tasks and activities.
• Preparing and/or checking/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 and 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.

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.

Why BWB?

• High‑Performance Culture – Be part of a team that’s driven, innovative, and always evolving.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits – We reward talent with 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.

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