Principal Traffic Engineer — Hybrid Projects Leader

Bristol City Council; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development

Job summary

Bristol City Council's City Transport service is seeking a Principal Traffic Engineer to lead traffic engineering and transport projects in Bristol. The role combines technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery to improve city transport outcomes.

You will mentor colleagues within the Area Engineering team, manage budgets and programmes, and ensure schemes meet timescales and high standards. Hybrid working and a supportive, high-profile environment are on offer.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in traffic engineering and project delivery.
• Knowledge of TSRGD 2016 and Traffic Regulation Order procedures.
• Experience supervising, mentoring staff and engaging with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of traffic engineering, traffic management and transport projects across Bristol.
• Provide expert technical advice to councillors, senior managers, stakeholders and the public.
• Coordinate and support staff, contractors and consultants to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Mentor and guide colleagues within the Area Engineering team and deputise for the Team Manager when required.

Job description

Bristol City Council's City Transport service is seeking a Principal Traffic Engineer to lead traffic engineering and transport projects in Bristol. The role combines technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery to improve city transport outcomes.

You will mentor colleagues within the Area Engineering team, manage budgets and programmes, and ensure schemes meet timescales and high standards. Hybrid working and a supportive, high-profile environment are on offer.