Traffic Control Supervisor

Job ID: 525833

Position Overview

The Traffic Control Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and supervising traffic control operations on construction and roadway projects. This position oversees work zone setup, traffic control personnel, and compliance with traffic control plans to ensure the safety of employees, motorists, pedestrians, and the public. Serves as the primary field resource for maintaining safe and efficient traffic flow through construction zones while ensuring compliance with company and local regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

Traffic Control Operations

• Coordinate and maintain traffic control activities in assigned work zones.
• Interpret and implement approved traffic control plans and project specifications.
• Oversee the placement, movement, maintenance, and removal of traffic control devices, including signs, barricades, cones, drums, message boards, and arrow boards.
• Monitor work zones to ensure proper traffic flow and compliance with safety standards.

• Direct and coordinate flaggers and traffic control personnel to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Provide guidance, training, and coaching regarding traffic control procedures, safety requirements, and work zone operations.
• Communicate daily assignments, expectations, and schedule changes to traffic control crews.
• Partner with project foremen, superintendents, and operations personnel to support project goals.

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA, MSHA and UDOT requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections of work zones and traffic control devices.
• Identify, report, and correct unsafe conditions or hazards.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by all crew members.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for traffic control concerns at assigned projects.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, emergency responders, and public agencies as necessary.
• Investigate and document traffic-related incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate professionally with the public, customers, and project stakeholders.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous traffic control, roadway construction, paving, or utility construction experience preferred.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) certification and Flagger certification preferred or required based on project and state requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of MUTCD standards and temporary traffic control practices.

• Strong understanding of traffic control devices and work zone safety requirements.
• Ability to lead teams and make sound decisions in changing field conditions.
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and implement traffic control plans and project specifications.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion