Traffic Engineering Lead

Civic Recruitment Limited; Dudley; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 Month Contract

Bi-Weekly Pay

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a seasoned Traffic Engineering Lead to drive traffic management, road safety, and TRO initiatives within a Local Authority highways team in Dudley. You will manage a small team, deliver projects on time, and guide senior stakeholders in strategic traffic policy.

The role requires extensive highway/traffic engineering experience, TRO expertise, and proven leadership in budgets and risk management for complex programs. A valid UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in traffic or highway engineering.
• Experience in traffic management and road safety.
• Experience with Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs).
• Proven staff, budget and project management skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and report writing.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Direct traffic management and road safety initiatives.
• Oversee TRO administration.
• Evaluate collision and traffic data to plan work programs.
• Provide expert advice to senior officers and elected officials.
• Oversee budgets, risks, and contractor performance.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports.
• Deputy for Traffic Group Manager when needed.
• Represent Local Authority in regional/technical meetings.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Highway Engineering

Traffic Management

Road Safety

TROs

Staff management

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Dudley, United Kingdom | Posted on 29/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

Traffic Engineering Lead – 6 Month Contract

Location: Dudley

Contract: 6 Month Contract

Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Traffic Engineering Lead to spearhead the execution of traffic management, road safety, and Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) initiatives within a Local Authority highways team. This role involves managing a small team, ensuring successful project delivery, offering technical guidance to senior stakeholders, and contributing to the formulation of traffic management strategies and policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct traffic management and road safety initiatives.
• Oversee the administration of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs).
• Evaluate collision and traffic data to formulate work programs.
• Provide expert technical advice to senior officers and elected officials.
• Oversee project budgets, assess risks, and monitor contractor performance.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports.
• Act as a deputy for the Traffic Group Manager when necessary.
• Represent the Local Authority in regional and technical meetings.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Traffic Engineering or Highway Engineering.
• Traffic Management
• Road Safety
• Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs)
• Proven experience in managing staff, budgets, and projects.
• Excellent skills in stakeholder engagement and report writing.
• Possession of a full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer?

• 6 Month Contract
• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Opportunity to lead prominent traffic and road safety projects.
• Management role within a dynamic highways team.
• Involvement in both strategic and operational project delivery.

Suitable for: Traffic Engineering Leads, Senior Traffic Engineers, Highway Engineers, Road Safety Engineers, Traffic Managers, and Senior Transport Officers.