Traffic Engineer

GHD; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working flexibility

Career development pathways

Collaborative culture

Job summary

GHD in Greater London is seeking a Transport Planner / Traffic Engineer to support various transport projects. This role offers hybrid working (3 days in the office) and opportunities for career development within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and have 3–6 years of experience in transport or traffic engineering. GHD promotes collaboration and innovation while working on meaningful community projects.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in transport or traffic engineering.
• Confident communicator with the ability to navigate complex information.
• Experience supporting junior team members is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare transport engineering designs and documentation.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret transport and traffic data.
• Support feasibility studies and early‑stage design.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Collaborative mindset

Familiarity with industry design tools

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Transport Planning

Job description

Transport Planner / Traffic Engineer

London or Guildford | Hybrid (3 days per week in office)

We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the built environment. At GHD, our people come first. We bring together engineers, planners, designers, and technical specialists to create lasting community benefit through sustainable, future‑ready infrastructure.

Job Description

We are now seeking a Transport Planner / Traffic Engineer to join our growing Transport & Mobility team.

The Opportunity

As a Transport Planner / Traffic Engineer, you’ll support the planning, design and delivery of a wide range of transport and infrastructure projects—from active travel and public realm improvements to highway schemes, rail interfaces, and major mobility upgrades. You’ll play a key role in shaping sustainable transport solutions and will have opportunities to build strong client relationships and grow within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare transport engineering designs, drawings, and technical documentation
• Collect, analyse, and interpret transport and traffic data
• Support feasibility studies, assessments, and early‑stage design
• Contribute to the design and evaluation of engineering solutions
• Assist with monitoring construction and improvement works
• Undertake inspections under the guidance of senior engineers
• Support project delivery, contract coordination, and client engagement
• Apply continuous improvement and digital tools to enhance project outcomes
• Maintain awareness of current standards, technology trends, and regulations

What You Bring

• Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning, or related field
• 3–6 years of experience in transport or traffic engineering
• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with industry design tools
• Confident communicator with stakeholder engagement experience
• Ability to navigate complex information and contribute to sound engineering decisions
• Collaborative mindset with a passion for innovation and problem solving
• Experience supporting junior team members is advantageous

Why GHD?

At GHD, you will be part of a global network of over 11,000 diverse, driven professionals. We offer:

• Hybrid working flexibility – 3 days per week in our London or Guildford office
• Career development pathways supported by global experts
• Meaningful, community‑shaping projects
• An inclusive, collaborative culture where your ideas are heard

Our Commitment to You

At GHD, you’ll be empowered to grow, innovate, and build a career with purpose. We’re proud to foster a culture defined by trust, teamwork, ownership, curiosity, and flexibility.