Brent Hodges
Senior Associate | Traffic Engineer / Transport Planner
NER | RPEV | MEA
Providing strategic traffic engineering, transport planning, and expert witness advice across Australia for more than 15 years.
Executive Summary
Brent Hodges is a Senior Associate at Quantum Traffic, contributing to complex traffic engineering and transport planning projects with a practical, solutions-focused approach. He combines private consultancy and public sector experience to deliver commercially aware, technically robust advice across a broad range of development and infrastructure matters.
Professional Credentials
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) – Monash University (2010)
- National Engineering Register (NER)
- Registered Professional Engineer Victoria (RPEV) – PE0011177
- Member Engineers Australia (MEA)
- Victorian Road Safety Auditor Register – Senior Auditor
- TfNSW Register of Road Safety Auditors – Level 2 Auditor
Core Expertise & Technical Capabilities
- Strategic Services: Traffic Impact Assessments, Transport Planning, Strategic Development Feasibility, Master Planning, Waste Management Plans
- Design & Review: Car Parking & Access Design, Basement & Ramp Design Review, Mechanical Parking Systems & Car Stackers, Swept Path Analysis
- Modelling & Software: SIDRA Intersection / SIDRA Assign, AutoCAD, AutoTURN, Traffic Modelling & Network Analysis
- Regulatory Frameworks: Victorian Planning Provisions, AS2890 suite, Transport for NSW guidance, SEPP / DCP NSW Framework, ACT/TCCS requirements, Queensland TMR frameworks
Selected Project Experience
- Woolamai to Nyora Rail Trail, VIC: Assessment of road crossing points along a proposed rail trail route to determine the appropriate crossing facilities for safe and efficient trail access.
- Block 11, Section 57, Mawson, ACT: Traffic impact and car parking assessments to support the Development Application for the proposed mixed-use precinct in Canberra’s Woden Valley.
- Bombala Multipurpose Service, NSW: Expert traffic engineering advice and assessment of the proposed expansion of aged care and healthcare services for the Bombala and surrounding communities.
- Bayside Community Netball Centre, VIC: Traffic Impact Assessment, parking demand analysis, and SIDRA intersection modelling for a major regional sporting facility, including community consultation support.
- East Gungahlin High School, ACT: Development a large-scale Aimsun traffic model, assessing the impacts of school-generated traffic and ensuring that the surrounding road network could efficiently accommodate anticipated volumes.
- Henry Street, Hawthorn, VIC: Traffic impact assessment including detailed car parking assessments to support a proposed wellness centre.
- Iona College, Geelong, VIC: Traffic impact assessments and development of bus drop-off / pick-up facilities at a rapidly growing secondary school.
Professional Profile & Background
With more than 16 years of experience in traffic engineering, Brent has built a reputation for being reliable, responsive, and easy to work with. His career spans both private consultancy and government roles, giving him a balanced understanding of local authority processes as well as client-side commercial priorities and delivery constraints.
Industry Leadership & Thought Leadership
Brent contributes to the delivery of complex and rewarding traffic engineering projects and is known for his practical, relationship-driven approach to project work. His professional focus includes traffic engineering, transport engineering, and road safety, with particular strength in developing holistic solutions for vehicle access and movement.
Systems, Accreditations & Standards
- CM3 Certified: Fully accredited workplace health and safety systems.
- ISO Alignment: Quantum Traffic is currently progressing formal ISO accreditation as part of its commitment to quality assurance and best-practice project delivery.
Working with Brent
Brent works closely with clients, consultants, and government authorities to understand project needs and deliver practical, high-quality outcomes.
Key Values: Reliability | Responsiveness | Practical Solutions | Strong Relationships
Personal Interests
Outside of work, Brent enjoys spending time fishing and watching motorsport. He values time away from work as a way to recharge, stay grounded, and bring fresh energy and perspective back into professional practice.
Our Team
David Beaton
Founding Director & Traffic Engineer / Transport Planner
Brent Hodges
Senior Associate | Traffic Engineer / Transport Planner
Hamish McDonald
Manager – ACT/NSW (Traffic Engineer)
Nath Chewta
Associate Traffic Engineer & Transport Planner | MIEAust
Peter Chan
Traffic Engineer
