Traffic Engineering Project Manager - AR

Job Title: Traffic Engineering Project Manager
Location: Hybrid (with in-person meetings 1 day every 2-4 weeks)
Contract Type: Full-Time (Flexible - 4 days/40 hours per week considered)
Salary: Competitive
Length of role: Long Term

Opus People Solutions are working with Shropshire Council to recruit for a Traffic Engineering Project Manager.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver key traffic engineering programmes. Reporting directly to the Traffic Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for managing and delivering high-impact projects that directly improve road safety and community wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead project delivery of the 20mph Speed Limit Programme and Traffic Engineering Safety Scheme Programme, overseeing performance, programme timelines, financial tracking, and risk management.
• Act as Project Manager across various traffic engineering programmes and budgets, coordinating the planning, organisation, and resource management to meet project objectives within agreed constraints.
• Chair and lead regular project meetings involving consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with the Traffic Engineering Manager to foster a collaborative, 'one team' culture across all parties.
• Attend in-person meetings approximately one day every 2-4 weeks.

What We're Looking For:
• Strong project management experience, preferably within traffic engineering, highways, or transport infrastructure.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive collaborative working practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and maintain focus on delivering outcomes within scope and budget.
• A proactive, organised approach to problem solving and risk management.

Why Join Us?
• Be part of a forward-thinking team delivering real improvements in road safety and sustainable travel.
• Flexible working - full-time preferred, but we're open to 4-day working weeks (40 hours).
• Opportunity for the role to expand and offer further career development.

If you are interested in this role please do reach out to me via email or telephone!