Traffic Engineer – £32/hr Contract (Bristol)

About the role

The Local Authority is looking for an experienced Traffic Engineer to deliver a variety of traffic and highway improvement schemes across South Gloucestershire. You will manage projects from concept through to construction, ensuring safe and efficient outcomes for road users.

Key responsibilities

• Design and supervise traffic engineering schemes, including pedestrian and cycle routes, traffic calming, speed limit reviews and crossing installations.
• Liaise with internal teams on street lighting, structures and traffic signals.
• Prepare construction information and Health & Safety documentation in line with CDM Regulations.
• Monitor project budgets and programme delivery.
• Conduct public consultations and engage with residents, councillors and parish councils.
• Work with legal teams to advertise Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) and prepare objection reports.
• Provide design support during construction and attend site visits as required.

Required profile

• Qualified Traffic Engineer with proven highways and traffic engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB).
• Thorough understanding of the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD) and the Traffic Signs Manual.
• Experience preparing and delivering traffic management and highway improvement schemes.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and communicate with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Full, current UK driving licence and willingness to attend site visits.

Required skills

• Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB)
• Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD)
• Traffic Signs Manual
• Construction (CDM) Regulations knowledge

What we offer

• Competitive rate of £32.00 per hour.
• Contract role with the opportunity to work on varied, high‑impact projects.
• Supportive team environment within a local government setting.