Senior Traffic Engineer, Altrincham, England, United Kingdom

Senior Traffic Engineer

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2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by elb recruit. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Direct message the job poster from elb recruit Sector: Transport & Highways Infrastructure About the Opportunity 𝗘𝗹𝗯 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘑 is proud to be working on behalf of a leading Tier 1 Consultancy with a proven track record of delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality transport and infrastructure solutions. As part of their continued growth across Greater Manchester, they are looking for an experienced Senior Traffic Engineer to play a key role in delivering projects within the Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) framework and several Local Authority programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that specialises in traffic management, active travel, and public realm improvements, driving meaningful change across the region. The Role As Senior Traffic Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and design expertise on a variety of traffic engineering and transport improvement schemes. Working closely with Principal Engineers, Project Managers, and key stakeholders, you’ll oversee scheme design, delivery, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful project outcomes. Key responsibilities will include:

Leading the development of traffic engineering solutions including TROs, traffic calming schemes, pedestrian crossings, speed management, active travel and accessibility improvements, and junction redesign. Preparing and reviewing design documentation — including drawings, reports, specifications, and cost estimates — across all project stages. Managing resources, budgets, and project delivery programmes, ensuring work is completed to time, cost, and quality standards. Providing technical input for feasibility studies, concept and detailed designs, safety assessments, and scheme appraisals. Coordinating consultations with councillors, residents, businesses, and statutory stakeholders. Supporting and mentoring junior staff, contributing to skills development within the team. Liaising with TfGM and Local Authorities, including preparing progress reports, bid support documentation, and funding applications. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and Health & Safety requirements. Driving continuous improvement in design delivery and promoting sustainable transport solutions.

What We’re Looking For

HNC/BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Chartered or working towards Chartered status with Institution of Civil Engineers or Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (or equivalent). Proven experience in traffic engineering design and delivery, ideally within a consultancy or Local Authority setting. Strong working knowledge of relevant standards including Design Manual for Roads and Bridges and Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions. Demonstrable experience of developing and implementing Traffic Regulation Orders. Experience delivering schemes such as traffic calming, cycling infrastructure, parking management, bus priority, and junction improvements. Familiarity with legislation such as the Road Traffic Regulation Act, the Traffic Management Act, and the Highways Act. Experience working with TfGM frameworks and/or Local Authority projects is highly desirable. Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to manage consultations effectively. Understanding of Road Safety Audits, CDM Regulations, and street works permit schemes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing.

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Structured career development and support towards professional accreditation. Opportunities to work on flagship TfGM and Local Authority infrastructure programmes. Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme. Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits, including health plans and retail discounts. Volunteering and social value initiatives to give back to local communities.

How to Apply If you’re an experienced Traffic Engineer ready to take the next step in your career with a market-leading consultancy, simply click to apply or if you need more information, please contact Elb Recruit to discuss this Senior Traffic Engineer opportunity in confidence. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design Civil Engineering

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Location:: Altrincham, England, United Kingdom
Job Type:: FullTime

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