Principal Traffic Engineer

Matchtech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Public Sector client in Greater London is seeking an experienced Principal Traffic Engineer to lead the design of liveable neighbourhood schemes and improve urban transport systems. The ideal candidate has substantial traffic engineering experience, strong leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a collaborative work environment and the chance to make an impactful contribution to urban transport projects. If you are passionate about enhancing urban environments, apply now for this contract position.

Benefits

Opportunities to work on impactful urban transport projects

Professional development and training

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in traffic engineering within the highways sector.
• Proficiency in traffic management principles and relevant software.
• Experience with liveable neighbourhood schemes is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of liveable neighbourhood schemes.
• Assess traffic patterns and implement solutions for improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including local authorities and community groups.
• Conduct traffic impact assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

Traffic management principles

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Traffic management software

Job description

Our client, engaged in the Public Sector, is currently seeking a Principal Traffic Engineer to join their dynamic team on a contract basis. This role focuses on developing and implementing liveable neighbourhood schemes, ensuring efficient traffic management and enhancing urban transport systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the design and delivery of liveable neighbourhood schemes
• Assessing traffic patterns and implementing solutions to improve traffic flow and safety
• Collaborating with stakeholders, including local authorities and community groups
• Conducting traffic impact assessments and developing mitigation strategies
• Providing technical guidance and support to junior engineers
• Preparing comprehensive reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with relevant traffic engineering standards and regulations
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively

Job Requirements

• Significant experience in traffic engineering within the highways sector
• Proficiency in traffic management principles and relevant software
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor a team
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with liveable neighbourhood schemes is highly desirable
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

Benefits

• Opportunities to work on impactful urban transport projects
• Professional development and training
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Exposure to multidisciplinary project teams

If you are an experienced Principal Traffic Engineer passionate about improving urban environments and looking for a challenging contract role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now