Traffic Order Specialist

·Contract: Full-time
·Salary: Competitive (based on experience)
·Work Style: Flexible working arrangements
My client is a dynamic and forward-thinking transport consultancy who's dedicated to shaping more connected, sustainable, and vibrant urban spaces.Their projects range from traffic management strategies to innovative public realm transformations, all with a strong focus on community needs and environmental resilience. As industry leaders, they deliver integrated transport and policy solutions that enhance urban mobility, safety, and quality of life.
Job Overview
The company is seeking an experienced Traffic Order Specialist to lead on the drafting and delivery of temporary, experimental, and permanent traffic regulation orders. With extensive expertise in traffic order making and statutory processes, you will play a key role in ensuring that clients' transport and traffic management projects are delivered to the highest standard.
You will bring in-depth knowledge of order making procedures, map-based systems, and compliance with relevant legislation.
Responsibilities
·Draft, advertise, and make temporary, experimental, and permanent Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs).
·Develop new Articles and schedules for map-based traffic order systems.
·Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and best practices throughout the traffic order process.
·Support local authorities and clients with the technical and legal aspects of traffic order making.
·Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring cost-effective and timely completion of orders.
·Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to junior consultants in traffic order preparation and procedures.
·Maintain rigorous quality assurance standards on all traffic order documentation and statutory notices.
·Contribute to the development of policies and strategies related to traffic order implementation.
Requirements
·Extensive experience in drafting and implementing traffic regulation orders (temporary, experimental, and permanent).
·Strong knowledge of statutory processes and consultation requirements for traffic order making.
·Proficiency in relevant software such as ParkMap, AutoCAD, and other digital mapping/order systems is desirable.
·Ability to interpret and draft legally robust order schedules, articles, and associated documentation.
·Experience working with local authorities or consultancy on traffic order projects.
·Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and legal compliance.
Desirable Experience
·Experience transitioning authorities from written orders to digital or map-based traffic order systems.
·Knowledge of Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) order writing and integration into wider transport strategies.
·Experience supporting large infrastructure projects or events with traffic order requirements.
·Stakeholder engagement and consultation on traffic order proposals.
Key Skills & Qualifications
·Educational Background: HNC/ONC in Civil Engineering, Transport, or related field (or equivalent experience).
·Experience: experience working as a traffic order maker or specialist within local authority or consultancy.
·Technical Skills: Strong proficiency with digital mapping/order systems and Microsoft Office suite.
·Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills, with proven ability to produce clear statutory documentation.
·Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with clients, stakeholders, and multi-disciplinary teams.
The Company Culture
The company believes in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where your ideas are valued and your growth is encouraged. As part of the team, you'll enjoy a range of fantastic benefits, including a company pension, generous annual leave, continuous training and development opportunities and professional membership of your choice.