Traffic Engineers Brisbane

Brisbane-based traffic engineering consultants providing practical advice for development projects across Queensland.

We work with architects, planners, developers, councils, and private clients to deliver traffic engineering reports and advice that support planning approvals, respond to site-specific constraints, and align with local council and state road authority requirements.

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Trusted by developers and project teams across Queensland

Brisbane Traffic Engineering Expertise

Modus is a Brisbane-based traffic engineering consultancy supporting development projects throughout Queensland. Our team works across urban, suburban, and regional contexts, helping project teams navigate traffic, access, parking, and safety requirements from early design through to construction.

We understand how traffic considerations affect approvals, yield, and buildability. Our advice is grounded in real operating conditions, not theoretical layouts, and is tailored to suit local planning schemes and state-controlled road environments.

We regularly assist with:

Development Applications and Traffic Impact Assessments
Access and Parking Layout Design
Swept Path Assessments
Traffic Management Plans (TMP)
Construction Traffic Management Plans (CTMP)
Intersection Performance
Waste Management Plans
Green Travel Plans

Local Qualifications:

In-house RPEQ
In-house TMD
In-house Road Safety Auditors

Who We Work With:

Developers of all sizes
Town Planners
Architects
Builders
Private Clients

Brisbane: 310 Edward St, Brisbane 4000

Brisbane traffic engineering services

Comprehensive traffic engineering solutions tailored for Brisbane’s unique urban environment

Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA)

Traffic Impact Assessments prepared for developments across Queensland.

Our assessments address local planning requirements and state-controlled road considerations to support efficient approval pathways.

Access, parking and network performance analysis
Local and state road authority alignment
Practical, approval-ready mitigation

Swept Path Analysis

Swept path analysis to confirm vehicle movements work on constrained sites.

We assess cars, service vehicles, waste trucks, and heavy vehicles against basements, ramps, loading docks, and tight access conditions.

Urban and regional site constraints
Waste, service and heavy vehicle movements
Reduced redesign during approvals

Traffic Management Plans (TMP) & CTMPs

Traffic Management Plans and Construction Traffic Management Plans for projects across Queensland.

We plan access, staging, deliveries, and pedestrian management to suit live traffic environments.

Temporary access and delivery planning
Pedestrian and cyclist risk management
Local and state approval alignment

Road Safety Audits (RSA)

Independent Road Safety Audits for planning, design, and construction stages.

We identify safety risks early and provide practical recommendations aligned with authority expectations.

Planning, design and construction stage audits
Clear, implementable recommendations
Support for compliance and approvals

Waste Management Plans (WMP)

Waste Management Plans prepared to meet council requirements and real servicing constraints.

We design bin storage, access, and collection arrangements that work safely for waste vehicles and site users.

Council-compliant waste strategies
Safe truck access and manoeuvring
Reduced approval friction

Traffic & Pedestrian Safety Assessment

Traffic and pedestrian safety assessments for operational sites and construction environments.

We review interaction risks and recommend proportionate controls that improve safety enhance the efficiency of site operations.

Vehicle, plant and pedestrian interaction review
Practical, site-specific controls
Support for compliance and duty of care

Brisbane Projects

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ENCLAVE by GRAYA, Gold Coast: Tailored Traffic & Waste Solutions.

Modus delivered DA-ready designs tailored to a compact, high-end site on the Gold Coast. Including a customised car-park ramp to prevent low-profile luxury vehicles from scraping.
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West End Towers, Brisbane: Integrated Traffic & Waste Approach

Modus provided traffic engineering and waste management for West End Towers Brisbane, including Swept Path Analysis, Traffic Impact Assessment and Waste Management Plan. One stop shop!
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“Working with Modus has been an exceptional experience, and I cannot speak highly enough of the team for their outstanding contributions across multiple complex projects. Their traffic and waste engineering advice has consistently demonstrated technical excellence, strategic foresight, and a deep understanding of operational realities. From multi-storey retirement and aged care facilities and mixed-use developments to childcare centres and multinational warehouse supply facilities, Modus brings clarity and confidence to every stage of the planning process. Their ability to tailor solutions to diverse land uses, navigate regulatory frameworks, and anticipate council expectations has been instrumental in securing approvals and ensuring long-term functionality. “

William Kruze (Urban Space Consulting)

Brisbane Traffic Engineering FAQ

Answers to common questions about traffic engineers and consultants in Brisbane

What does a traffic engineer do for Brisbane development applications?

They assess how a development will operate on the surrounding road network. This includes access design, parking layout, intersection performance, pedestrian safety, and any expected impacts on nearby streets. For Brisbane projects, these findings are presented in a Traffic Impact Assessment or similar report that responds to Brisbane City Council and TMRQ requirements.

When is a Traffic Impact Assessment required in Brisbane?

A Traffic Impact Assessment is typically required when a development generates a noticeable increase in vehicle movements or changes existing access arrangements. Larger residential, commercial, or mixed-use proposals often trigger the need for a TIA. The exact requirement depends on the land use, scale, and road hierarchy, so we assess Brisbane City Council and TMRQ guidelines for each project.

Can traffic engineering consultants help with car park and access design?

Yes. We design access points, parking layouts, circulation paths, gradients, and loading areas so they meet local standards and work in practice. Swept path checks are completed for typical cars, service vehicles, and heavy vehicles to reduce redesign later.

Do you work with both Brisbane City Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads?

Yes. We regularly prepare assessments and designs that respond to both Brisbane City Council and TMRQ requirements. If your site is on or near a state-controlled road, we outline how the proposal meets the relevant standards and identify any required mitigation measures.

When should we engage a traffic engineer in Brisbane?

The best time is during concept or early schematic design. Early involvement helps confirm access locations, parking numbers, loading arrangements, and potential assessment requirements before plans are locked in. This reduces redesign and delays during DA and detailed design stages.

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