Job Description

Traffic Engineering Consultant – Intelligent Traffic Control Systems (iVRI)

Utrecht / Delft, Netherlands

Contract Opportunity | Hybrid Working

A leading public infrastructure organization in the Netherlands is seeking an experienced traffic engineering consultant to support the implementation and optimization of intelligent traffic control systems (iVRI). This role is part of a technically complex and safety-critical infrastructure project focused on improving smart mobility and traffic management across the Dutch road network.

The consultant will play a key role in defining traffic control objectives, testing and evaluating traffic control applications, supporting operational implementation, and facilitating knowledge transfer to regional Traffic Management Advisors (AVMs).

Key Responsibilities

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  Define and establish traffic control objectives for new traffic management applications.
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  Configure and optimize intelligent traffic control systems (IVRI).
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  Test and evaluate traffic control applications using VAT, FAT, and SAT methodologies.
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  Assess evacuation times using specialized traffic engineering tools.
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  Review functional specifications and contribute to the design of new control applications.
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  Conduct testing, validation, and acceptance activities for traffic applications.
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  Organize and oversee operational observations and use-case evaluations after commissioning.
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  Adjust operational settings and parameters based on traffic observations and analysis.
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  Review delivered technical documentation for completeness and correctness.
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  Support and advise project teams, stakeholders, suppliers, and regional traffic management units.
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  Facilitate knowledge transfer and training for regional traffic management advisors (AVMs).
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  Act as a bridge between existing traffic systems and the transition toward intelligent traffic control environments.

Requirements

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  Minimum 5 years of experience with:
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    Drafting traffic control objectives
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    Testing traffic control applications (VAT/FAT/SAT)
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    Configuring traffic control systems
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    Reporting on operational performance
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    Coordinating with traffic control system suppliers
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  Minimum 5 years of experience with intelligent traffic control systems (IVRI) and related market developments.
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  Minimum 5 years of experience within complex government or public-sector organizations.
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  Demonstrated experience in knowledge transfer and training of traffic engineering professionals.
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  Strong understanding of traffic control engineering and smart mobility systems.
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  Professional proficiency in Dutch is required.

Key Competencies

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  Team-oriented mindset
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  Strong traffic engineering and technical expertise
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  Accurate and detail-oriented
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  Proactive working style
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  Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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  Ability to clearly explain technical matters to diverse stakeholders

Assignment Deliverables

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  Delivery of established traffic control objectives for traffic management applications.
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  Successful testing and evaluation of intelligent traffic control applications.
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  Effective knowledge transfer and support for regional traffic management advisors (AVMs).

Additional Information

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  Work will primarily take place in Utrecht, Delft, and regional project locations across the Netherlands.
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  Hybrid working arrangement.
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  This assignment is not open to freelancers or self-employed professionals.
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  Early applications are encouraged, as the assignment may close before the official deadline.
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  Candidates must comply with GDPR requirements when submitting applications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior traffic engineering professional with expertise in intelligent mobility systems and public infrastructure projects to contribute to the future of smart traffic management in the Netherlands.