At Quantum Traffic, we believe traffic engineering is about far more than compliance. It is about helping people solve problems, navigate planning pathways and unlock successful development outcomes through practical, evidence-based advice.

Since establishing Quantum Traffic in 2019, our focus has remained consistent: provide responsive, technically strong and commercially minded traffic engineering services while building genuine long-term relationships with clients, consultants and project teams.

What began as a small consultancy operating from our first office in Ringwood has evolved into a multi-state traffic engineering practice supporting projects across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and the ACT.

Today, Quantum Traffic works across a broad range of sectors including mixed-use development, retail, education, industrial, medical, child care, government infrastructure and complex tribunal matters.

Why Quantum Traffic Was Established

Learn how Quantum Traffic grew from a Melbourne consultancy into a multi-state traffic engineering practice delivering practical advice across retail, education, mixed-use and infrastructure projects.

Quantum Traffic was founded by David Beaton after recognising an opportunity within the industry to provide a more responsive, collaborative and commercially focused consulting experience.

While technical capability is critical, we believed clients also valued:

• clear communication
• practical advice
• responsiveness
• early problem solving
• collaborative project delivery

Traffic engineering often sits at the centre of planning, architecture, infrastructure and development feasibility. Our approach has always been to work alongside project teams to identify risks early, provide realistic solutions and help projects progress efficiently through approvals and delivery.

The most rewarding part of what we do remains unchanged — helping clients achieve successful outcomes on projects that shape communities, businesses and cities.

Building a Business During COVID-19

The growth of Quantum Traffic was heavily shaped by the challenges and uncertainty that emerged throughout 2020.

In January 2020, Brent Hodges joined Quantum Traffic, significantly strengthening the technical capability of the business. Only weeks later, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the development and consulting industries across Australia.

Despite the uncertainty, Quantum Traffic continued to grow through strong relationships, adaptability and a consistent commitment to clients and project partners.

Key milestones in the growth of the business include:

• January 2020 – Brent Hodges joins Quantum Traffic
• February 2020 – COVID-19 impacts the industry and broader economy
• August 2020 – Hamish McDonald joins Quantum Traffic
• September 2020 – Quantum Traffic Canberra office opens
• March 2021 – Nath Chewta joins Quantum Traffic
• February 2022 – Peter Chan joins Quantum Traffic
• January 2023 – Quantum Traffic Sydney office opens
• January 2024 – Quantum Traffic Brisbane office opens

These milestones reflect not only business growth, but the trust placed in Quantum Traffic by clients, industry partners and our expanding team.

Experience Across Complex Projects

Over time, Quantum Traffic has developed extensive experience across a diverse range of development types and planning environments.

Our work now regularly includes:

• Traffic Impact Assessments
• Car Parking Demand Assessments
• School master planning and bus interchange design
• Traffic modelling and intersection analysis
• Expert witness and tribunal matters
• Waste Management Plans
• Parking design and circulation reviews
• Strategic development feasibility advice

Projects range from small commercial and change-of-use applications through to large mixed-use developments, shopping centre expansions, government infrastructure projects and education master plans.

This breadth of experience allows us to provide practical advice grounded in real-world project delivery rather than purely theoretical assessment.

A Relationship-Driven Approach

Quantum Traffic has grown primarily through repeat business, industry referrals and long-term client relationships.

We believe successful consulting relationships are built on:

• responsiveness
• trust
• consistency
• practical advice
• understanding commercial realities

Our team works collaboratively with architects, planners, developers, lawyers, councils and project managers to deliver outcomes that are technically sound, commercially realistic and aligned with broader project objectives.

Looking Forward

From a single office in Ringwood to a growing multi-state consultancy, the journey so far has been incredibly rewarding.

We remain focused on continuing to build a strong team, maintain trusted relationships and provide practical traffic engineering advice that helps projects succeed.

As planning policy, transport systems and development expectations continue to evolve, Quantum Traffic remains committed to delivering advice that is technically robust, commercially aware and grounded in real-world experience.

About David Beaton

David Beaton – Founding Director, Quantum Traffic

David Beaton established Quantum Traffic in 2019 with a vision of creating a responsive and relationship-driven traffic engineering consultancy focused on practical project outcomes.

With extensive experience across traffic engineering, planning and development consulting, David has advised on projects ranging from small commercial developments through to major mixed-use precincts, education master plans, retail expansions and complex tribunal matters across Australia.

David regularly works with developers, architects, planners and legal teams to provide strategic traffic and parking advice that supports both planning approvals and long-term operational performance.