Location
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, United Kingdom

Hours
Full Time - Flexible working arrangements available including remote and office-based work

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. We have retained the Shropshire Professional Service Contract with Shropshire Council, a partnership we have proudly maintained for over 23 years. Working collaboratively as part of the Shropshire Alliance alongside Shropshire Council and Kier, we deliver a broad range of exciting projects offering new and varied opportunities both on this contract and within the wider WSP business.

As a member of our Road Safety & Traffic Engineering team, you will work closely with clients to achieve their transport needs. You will play a key role in managing traffic engineering and road safety schemes across the region by analysing collision data, undertaking speed management, and liaising with clients to meet their requirements.

This varied role includes:
- Design and delivery of general traffic engineering, road safety and active travel schemes
- Preparing and reviewing reports, drawings, schedules and other documents in line with local procedures and guidance
- Undertaking technical review and checking of design deliverables within the team
- Being an active and collaborative team member, working with other disciplines and closely with the Client team
- Contributing to technical excellence and innovation within the team
- Potential for line management and mentoring opportunities

You will be part of a highly collaborative team of approximately 75 people in Shropshire, working across multi-asset teams to deliver projects including major schemes and strategic planning. This new contract offers exciting opportunities in economic growth, buildings management, and project management with excellent prospects for career advancement and development.

Our offices are located in the medieval market town of Shrewsbury, offering a great quality of life with independent stores, restaurants, and relaxing riverside walks along the River Severn. We support flexible working arrangements including time from home and office-based work.

Experience
- Proven track record working on Road Safety and Traffic Engineering projects including general traffic engineering, road safety and active travel schemes
- Experience designing and delivering traffic engineering and road safety schemes
- Familiarity with relevant design standards such as TSRGD, DMRB, Manual for Streets and the Traffic Signs Manual
- Experience writing and implementing traffic regulation orders in line with The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
- Preparing and reviewing technical outputs including drawings, reports, and specifications
- Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and CDM responsibilities
- Experience managing project timelines, budgets, and quality standards
- Effective communication skills with Clients, Contractors, and other key stakeholders to deliver outputs on time and within budget
- Proficient in AutoCAD, KeySIGN, LINES, and POST software

About you
We are looking for individuals who can support our vision of delivering high quality, fast-paced outcomes for the communities of Shropshire. You should be collaborative, proactive, and motivated to contribute to technical excellence and innovation within the team. Flexibility and adaptability to work across multi-asset teams and projects is essential.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in traffic engineering, road safety, or related disciplines are desirable. We welcome applications from candidates who may not meet all criteria but demonstrate potential and willingness to learn and grow within the role.