Traffic Engineer

Traffic Engineer We are seeking an experienced Traffic Engineer with strong Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) expertise to support a local authority highways programme across Stockport and Lancashire. This is an initial 3-month contract opportunity operating outside IR35, with a mix of office, site, and hybrid working. The successful candidate will play a key role in the development, coordination, and delivery of traffic and parking schemes, with a particular focus on TRO preparation, consultation, and implementation. Key Responsibilities * Prepare and manage Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) from inception through to implementation * Draft technical reports, statutory notices, consultation documents, and schedules * Support the design and delivery of traffic management, parking, and highway improvement schemes * Liaise with internal stakeholders, elected members, statutory consultees, and the public * Review and respond to objections and representations relating to TROs * Conduct site visits and surveys across Greater Manchester and Lancashire as required * Ensure schemes comply with current highways legislation, regulations, and local authority standards * Coordinate with contractors and delivery teams during implementation phases * Maintain accurate project records and programme updates Essential Experience & Skills * Proven experience working as a Traffic Engineer within a UK local authority environment * Strong working knowledge of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) and associated legislation * Experience delivering parking, traffic calming, road safety, or active travel schemes * Ability to prepare technical documentation and consultation materials independently * Good stakeholder engagement and communication skills * Familiarity with relevant legislation including the Road Traffic Regulation Act and Traffic Signs Regulations * Competent in AutoCAD and standard highways/traffic engineering software * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly Desirable * Experience working on active travel or town centre improvement projects * Knowledge of parking strategy and enforcement processes * Experience within politically sensitive local authority environments Contract Details * Initial 3-month contract with potential extension * Outside IR35 * Hybrid working available * Based primarily in Stockport with regular visits within Lancashire * Immediate or short-notice availability preferred