Senior Traffic Engineer – AR

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Engineer – Traffic & Engineering

Service Area: Environment & Regeneration

Grade: P05

Reports to: Traffic and Engineering Managers

Team: Traffic and Engineering

Direct Reports: 1 (Engineer or Technician)

The Senior Engineer will play a key role in the design, development, delivery, and management of highway and traffic engineering projects within the Traffic & Engineering team. The post holder will ensure the effective delivery of schemes that improve the safety, efficiency, and accessibility of the borough’s transport network.
The role combines technical engineering expertise with project management, stakeholder engagement, and responsibility for delivering high-quality public services in line with council priorities.

• Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of assigned traffic and highway engineering projects from concept to implementation and post‑project review
• Manage project programmes, budgets, risks, and resources
• Act as Project Manager on complex, multi‑disciplinary schemes including consultation, planning, and coordination
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with council policies, procedures, and statutory requirements

• Develop, design, and implement highway and traffic improvement schemes
• Provide technical advice on engineering and traffic matters across the service
• Use appropriate design tools and software (including AutoCAD) to support scheme development
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including Highway Act 1980, CDM Regulations, and New Roads and Street Works Act

• Undertake public consultation and engagement with residents, businesses, and community groups
• Liaise with external partners including Transport for London, emergency services, contractors, bus operators, and other authorities
• Respond to complex enquiries, complaints, and issues with political or public sensitivity
• Represent the team at meetings, committees, and public forums when required

• Assist in the procurement and management of consultants and contractors
• Evaluate tenders and monitor contractor performance
• Manage project budgets and ensure effective financial control
• Contribute to the preparation of revenue and capital budget estimates

• Supervise and support the development of one junior engineer or technician
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and training within the team
• Contribute to performance management and team development

• Ensure compliance with council policies, quality standards, and statutory obligations
• Prepare reports, briefings, and committee papers as required
• Contribute to the development and review of service policies and procedures
• Support performance monitoring and service improvement initiatives

• Degree in Engineering, Transportation, or related discipline
• Corporate membership or incorporated status of a recognised engineering institution (e.g. ICE/CIHT)
• Equivalent proven professional engineering experience (minimum 4 years post‑qualification)

• Experience delivering highway or traffic engineering projects in a contract environment
• Experience in project management, including budgets, programming, and delivery
• Experience in public consultation and stakeholder engagement
• Experience using AutoCAD and standard office IT systems
• Experience producing reports and presenting to committees or public bodies

• Strong understanding of local government and highway/traffic engineering frameworks
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance (Highways Act, CDM, NRSWA)
• Ability to manage complex projects under pressure and tight deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to non-technical audiences
• Financial and contract management capability
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and external organisations
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in service delivery

• May be required to participate in out‑of‑hours emergency response duties
• Must be willing to work with partners and contractors in a shared services environment
• Enhanced/Standard DBS clearance required
• Role is politically restricted
• Commitment to health & safety, GDPR, and council policies