Principal Traffic Engineer

Wilde Consulting Engineers; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Principal Traffic Engineers for part-time roles in Manchester. This dynamic position involves leading the technical delivery of highway design and traffic engineering projects, ensuring compliance with design guidance and legislation. You will manage a portfolio of minor highway design projects, oversee stakeholder communication, and ensure innovative solutions are delivered effectively. If you have a strong background in traffic engineering and are passionate about making a difference in urban mobility, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant post-graduate experience in Traffic Engineering.
• Strong evaluation and decision-making skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery and approval of highway design projects.
• Manage Traffic Regulation Order process from inception to completion.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Decision-Making

Compliance with CDM

Education

Engineering Degree

Industry-Recognised Training Qualification

Job description

Opportunity: Principal Traffic Engineer (part-time)
Location: Manchester 3 days
Rate: Negotiable and Competitive
Duration: 12 months
IR35: Outside

We are seeking two experienced Principal Traffic Engineers to lead on the technical delivery/approval of highway design and traffic engineering projects in Manchester.

Responsibilities:

• Parking restrictions, movement orders, traffic management schemes ensuring compliance with current design guidance and legislation.
• Support the Team Leader in the management of the Engineering Design Team ensuring that complex and innovative technical solutions are delivered in line with customer and legislative requirements.
• Work to Client brief in the management of a portfolio of Minor highway design projects and traffic engineering schemes associated with S278/38 agreements.
• Undertake and support feasibility studies, consultations and surveys, when required.
• Lead on project communication with all stakeholders including residents, businesses, TfGM and elected members throughout the duration of the scheme. This includes answering stakeholder enquiries and organizing consultation events.
• Manage the Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) process from inception to completion (prepare approval reports, consultation, liaison with legal services to check drafted legal schedules, plans and orders and implementation).
• Produce technical drawings, approval reports, TRO schedules and robust management of scheme documents.
• Work with other sections and developers to ensure a joined-up approach to traffic management across the city.
• Budget and project management of schemes along with having financial and procurement accountability for projects.
• Comply with CDM requirements and Health and Safety legislation.

Qualifications and Certificates:

• An engineering degree or equivalent industry-recognised training qualification.
• 10 years’ relevant post-graduate experience of Traffic Engineering.
• Strong evaluation and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of CDM and Health and Safety requirements.
• Full UK Driving Licence and be able to attend sites in the NW&C region.
• An excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Be able to liaise with our internal Contractor.
• Be able to manage, mentor and develop Assistant Engineers and Draughtsmen.
• CEng or IEng in a relevant engineering professional institution.

To apply for this position please submit your CV supported by a written application to either of the following:

Wilde Consulting Engineers are an Equal Opportunities employer.