Job Description

Shape the Future with BWB Consulting
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 ACE Best Large Consultancy of the Year (2022) and the ACE 2024 Wellbeing Award.
We're serious about people - BWB is both an Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing accredited organisation. We invest 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 - We set the standard and exceed expectations.
Innovates - We embrace fresh ideas and cutting-edge solutions.
Works with Integrity - We do what's right, always.
Collaborates - We believe in teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.
Leads in Sustainability - We integrate sustainable solutions into everything we do.
Build the Future with Us
At BWB, we're shaping places where people live, work, and thrive. As a Principal Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for a diverse client base - from local authorities to national developers.
No two days are the same. You'll work on a wide variety of challenging projects, balancing preliminary and detailed design across roads, levels, drainage, and external works - in both public and private realms. From inception to commissioning, your expertise will help bring projects to life and make a lasting impact.
What you'll be doing

• Lead and contribute to multi-disciplinary projects, managing design of highways, drainage, and external works.
• Use industry-leading software (Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MicroDrainage, or PDS) to deliver innovative, efficient designs.
• Engage with planning authorities, statutory undertakers, and national bodies to shape solutions that work for all.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their unique needs and building long-term relationships.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, helping the next generation of talent grow and thrive.

What you'll bring

• Strong technical expertise in Civil Engineering design, from concept through to delivery.
• Proficiency in design software and confidence in adapting to new tools.
• Commercial awareness and a clear understanding of client needs across public and private sectors.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships at every level.
• A collaborative, positive mindset - with the drive to lead, mentor, and make a real impact.

Why join BWB?
This is your chance to step into a role where you'll lead from the front, influence the future of civil engineering, and see your work make a difference on a national scale. At BWB, we value innovation, collaboration, and ambition - and we'll give you the tools, freedom, and support to thrive.
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 programs, chartership support, and professional memberships.
Flexibility & Wellbeing - Hybrid working & Core Hours, 25+ days holiday (with the option to purchase more), healthcare cash plan & wellbeing initiatives.
Make a Difference - Work on meaningful projects, engage with communities, and shape the future.
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 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.
Join Us Today!
If you're looking for a high-energy, high-impact environment where ambition is rewarded, BWB is the place for you.
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