Parking/CPZ Engineer

Our client, a London-based local authority, is seeking a Parking/CPZ Engineer on a contract basis to join its Traffic and Road Safety team. The role will focus on the design and development of controlled parking zones (CPZs), on-street parking schemes and related highways initiatives across the borough.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop controlled parking zones and other on-street parking schemes
Support the Traffic and Road Safety team in responding to traffic and parking-related enquiries
Prepare consultation plans, traffic orders, letters, emails, briefing notes and technical reports
Document design decisions and recommendations to maintain a clear audit trail
Assess the need for refreshing traffic signs and road markings, and arrange works through the council's processes
Maintain accurate records of orders, invoices and payments to support budget monitoring and forecasting
Progress projects effectively while working closely with the Senior Engineer and other stakeholders
Explain technical recommendations clearly and calmly to members of the public, council officers and elected members

Job Requirements:

Experience in designing parking schemes, particularly within a London environment
Strong understanding of the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions
Experience of preparing traffic orders and plans for public consultation
Ability to use AutoCAD for technical drawings; experience with ParkMap would be advantageous
Understanding of parking, traffic management and highway design principles
Ability to take responsibility for progressing projects and developing appropriate parking solutions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical matters to varied audiences
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel around the boroughAdditional Information:
The successful applicant will need to attend the borough and local authority offices at short notice and be available to work on site at least three days per week. The role requires a proactive, organised and collaborative approach within a small professional team.
If you are an experienced Parking or CPZ Engineer with a background in highways and parking scheme design, apply now to be considered for this contract opportunity
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed