At Modus, we see it, we solve it.
We are a boutique traffic engineering consultancy with the capability and standards of a much larger firm. Our Brisbane office works across South East Queensland and nationally, supporting developers, builders, architects, councils and some of Australia's leading brands including Coles, Telstra, Fulton Hogan, Downer, BMD, JLL and GrainCorp.
We are known for three things. Quick turnaround times. Genuine transparency with our clients. And a Vision Zero approach to safety on every project we touch.
The role
We are looking for a Senior Traffic Engineer to become a pivotal member of our Brisbane team.
This role balances hands on project delivery with the broader work of building a consultancy. You will lead our most complex Transport Advisory and Construction Traffic Management projects, set the technical standard others work to, mentor the engineers coming up behind you, and help grow the client relationships that keep good work coming through the door.
You will
Lead technical delivery
Lead and deliver complex traffic and transport engineering projects from brief through to approval
Conduct technical reviews and uphold quality assurance standards across the team's output
Track project progress, anticipate risks and keep work moving on time and on budget
Act as the senior point of contact for clients, councils and the Department of Transport and Main Roads
Provide expert advice on Traffic Impact Assessments, Construction Traffic Management Plans, road safety audits and site safety assessments
Mentor and develop the team




Coach traffic engineers on both technical craft and the commercial side of consulting
Give feedback and recognition regularly, and reinforce our Humble, Hungry, Smart behaviours
Support the career development of junior engineers, including pathways to RPEQ registration and Road Safety Auditor accreditation
Build a team culture where people are comfortable asking questions and admitting what they do not yet know
Grow the practice
Identify and convert leads, and contribute to the business development pipeline
Work with our Business Development Manager on growth strategy, and represent Modus at industry events
Lead the preparation of proposals and pitches
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and referral partners
Keep the work safe and compliant
Ensure all work meets Modus policies, safety standards and quality guidelines
Identify hazards and take preventative action, on site and in the office
What we are looking for
Minimum five years of experience in traffic and transport engineering consultancy
RPEQ registration, or eligibility and a commitment to registering
Strong technical knowledge across traffic engineering services, particularly development assessment and construction traffic management
Working knowledge of Austroads guides, AGTTM & QGTTM




Familiarity with the Queensland development assessment process and local government planning schemes
Familiarity with the engineering software and tools used in traffic consultancy
A demonstrated ability to mentor and coach junior engineers
Confidence in client relationship management and business development
Clear written and verbal communication, and the judgement to know when a compliant answer is not yet the right one
Open driver's licence and full working rights in Australia
Nice to have
A degree in civil engineering
Road Safety Auditor or Senior Road Safety Auditor accreditation
Queensland traffic management qualifications
Experience providing expert witness advice
Exposure to Waste Management Plans, refuse room design or council waste guidelines
What we offer
An attractive salary package that reflects your experience, reviewed annually
Real influence over how the Brisbane office develops, not just the projects you deliver
A clear pathway to team leadership for someone who wants it
A genuinely broad project mix across development, construction and operational site safety
Exposure to business development and the commercial side of consulting, with support to build those skills
Mentoring alongside Registered Professional Engineers of Queensland and Senior Road Safety Auditors
Hybrid working and flexible hours
Modus is an equal prospect employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements at any stage of the process.
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📌 Senior Traffic Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Modus Transport and Traffic Engineering
📍 Queensland