Traffic Control Foreman: Lead Safe, Efficient Work Zones

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Job summary

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking a Traffic Control Foreman to lead and mentor Traffic Control crews across multiple job sites, ensuring safe and compliant operations on critical utility and infrastructure projects.

This role emphasizes safety culture, teamwork, and delivering high-quality traffic control services to customers. Ideal candidates will have prior traffic control or related field operations experience, strong leadership abilities, and the capacity to coordinate staffing,

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in traffic control or related field operations.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of temporary traffic control practices and standards.
• Ability to lead multiple crews across several job sites.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required traffic control certifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Traffic Control crews across multiple job sites.
• Ensure operations comply with company policies, customer requirements, and MUTCD regulations.
• Conduct field inspections and audits to verify compliance and safety performance.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and deployment of traffic control personnel and equipment.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with project managers, customers, contractors, and field personnel.
• Build and maintain positive customer relationships by ensuring crews deliver traffic control services safely, professionally, and in accordance with customer expectations.
• Ensure proper setup, maintenance, and removal of temporary traffic control devices.
• Monitor equipment, materials, and inventory to support operational needs.
• Assist with employee recruitment, onboarding, certification tracking, and training.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and operational updates as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Safety compliance

Traffic control experience

Leadership

Traffic control standards

Crew leadership

Communication skills

Driver's license

Background check

Certifications

Job description

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking a Traffic Control Foreman to lead and mentor Traffic Control crews across multiple job sites, ensuring safe and compliant operations on critical utility and infrastructure projects.

This role emphasizes safety culture, teamwork, and delivering high-quality traffic control services to customers. Ideal candidates will have prior traffic control or related field operations experience, strong leadership abilities, and the capacity to coordinate staffing,