Senior / Principal Traffic & Safety Engineer

WSP; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Shrewsbury seeks a Senior member of the Road Safety & Traffic Engineering team. This role involves managing traffic and road safety schemes, leading design projects, and collaborating with clients and multi-asset teams. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in traffic engineering and project management, along with proficiency in relevant software tools. A flexible work environment is offered, balancing office and remote opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with traffic engineering and road safety projects.
• Knowledge of design standards such as TSRGD and DMRB.
• Experience managing project timelines, budgets, and quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of traffic engineering projects.
• Prepare and review technical documentation.
• Responsible for financial performance of projects.
• Oversee collaboration with client teams.

Skills

Road Safety Management

Traffic Engineering

Project Management

AutoCAD Proficiency

Effective Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

KeySIGN

LINES

POST

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

We have retained the Shropshire Professional Service Contract with key local client, Shropshire Council. We pride ourselves on the longevity of this contract, and the close working relationship we have developed over the last 23 years.

WSP works collaboratively as part of the Shropshire Alliance alongside Shropshire Council and Kier. We deliver a broad range of exciting projects, providing new and varied opportunities on this contract and within the wider WSP business.

As a senior member of our Road Safety & Traffic Engineering team you will work our clients to achieve their transport needs. You will be a key player in managing traffic engineering and road safety schemes across the region – analysing collision data, undertaking speed management and liaising with our clients to meet their needs.

This is a varied role, with main responsibilities including:

• Leading the design and delivery of general traffic engineering, road safety and active travel schemes
• Preparing and reviewing reports, drawings, schedules and other documents in accordance with local procedures and guidance
• Being responsible for the financial performance of projects
• Undertaking technical review and checking of design deliverables within the team
• Being an active and collaborative team member – working with other disciplines and working closely with the Client team
• Contributing to technical excellence and innovation within team
• Potential for line management and mentoring opportunities.

Your team…

You will be an integral part of a highly collaborative team in Shropshire of approximately 75 people. As part of our commission, we work across multi asset teams offering individual or cross-asset support to deliver our projects, including major projects, and strategic planning for the client.

This new contract brings with it exciting opportunities in economic growth, buildings management and project management and offers excellent prospects for career advancement and development. We are looking for individuals who can support us in our vision of delivering high quality, fast paced outcomes for the communities of Shropshire.

Our offices are situated in the medieval market town of Shrewsbury which offers a great quality of life with independent stores, restaurants and relaxing riverside walks along the River Severn. We offer opportunities to work flexibly both from home as well as time in the office.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Track record of leading on Road Safety and Traffic Engineering projects – including general traffic engineering, road safety and active travel schemes.
• Leading the design and delivery of general traffic engineering, road safety and active travel schemes.
• Familiarity with relevant design standards such as TSRGD, DMRB, Manual for Streets and the Traffic Signs Manual.
• Writing and implementing traffic regulation orders in line with The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
• Preparing and reviewing technical outputs including drawings, reports, and specifications.
• A good working knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and CDM responsibilities.
• Experience of managing project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Effective communication with Clients, Contractors, and other Key Stakeholder to deliver outputs on time and within budget.
• Delegation of tasks to Early Career Professionals and Graduates to contribute to their development.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, KeySIGN/LINES/POST software.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

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