Traffic Control Supervisor/Planner

MasTec Inc•Fort Collins, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Traffic Control Supervisor supports the Construction Manager and has full responsibility for managing and coordinating traffic control activities as assigned for this large, multi-year telecommunications construction project. The project will take place in multiple jurisdictions throughout the Bay Area and will require an astute, well organized professional with proven experience working with regulatory officials. The ability to read and interpret complex and detailed traffic control plans as included in issued construction permits is critical. This supervisory role includes responsibility for directing the work of team members and interaction with both underground and aerial construction crews. The ideal candidate is credentialed and certified to manage and conduct all traffic management scenarios. There is no per diem for this role.

Requirements

Three (3) years relevant experience in a Supervisory role.
Current and valid state Driver’s License.
Knowledge of manual on Uniform Traffic Control Device (MUTCD) guidelines and the translation of this to control traffic by using proper devices and techniques.
ATSSA certification or comparable course certification.
Solid understanding of construction job sites.
Knowledge of safety rules for construction sites and the ability to abide by them.
500 hours experience in traffic control flagging.
Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret complex and detailed construction and traffic control plans.
Ability to effectively present and direct detailed instructions to team members in small groups.
Ability to perform and understand fundamental mathematical problems including multiplication, division, addition, subtraction, fractions, whole numbers and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions and to maintain and submit daily logs and reports.
Ability to work nights, weekend and holidays if needed.
High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Places, removes and repairs temporary and permanent traffic control devices.
Coordinates traffic flaggers in construction areas.
Supervises traffic flaggers in the work zone.
Responsibility for managing time and administrative functions for direct reports.
Complies with all organizational and regulatory safety standards and ensures all team members attend and execute pre-task safety planning requirements each day.
Creates and interprets traffic control plans for various construction projects and implements compliant plans in the field.
Inspect traffic control devices to ensure functionality, placement, and safety compliance.
Manages direction of traffic using signs, paddles, hand gestures, radios and/or verbal communication.