Traffic Control Foreman - Primoris Heavy Civil

ZipRecruiter; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction services is seeking an experienced Traffic Control Foreman in Waco, TX. The role involves overseeing traffic control plans for roads and bridges, managing a team, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 3+ years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Paid Company Holidays

Paid PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with matching contribution

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in traffic control management or construction.
• In-depth knowledge of traffic control devices and safety regulations.
• Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup and operation of traffic control devices.
• Ensure compliance with local and federal safety regulations.
• Complete daily reports on manpower and safety observations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Primoris Heavy Civil is currently searching for an experienced Traffic Control Foreman for our Waco, TX project. The Traffic Control Foreman for roads, bridges, and highway construction projects is responsible for overseeing the implementation and management of traffic control plans to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant traffic flow during construction sites. This role involves supervising a team of traffic control workers, ensuring compliance with local traffic laws, and implementing safety measures to protect workers, drivers, and pedestrians.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Supervise and lead the setup, operation, and removal of traffic control devices for construction, maintenance, or repair projects on roads, bridges, and highways.
• Oversee the setup, operation, and maintenance of traffic control plans, including signs, barricades, cones, and flagging systems.
• Ensure that all traffic control measures comply with local and federal safety regulations and guidelines.
• Adjust and reconfigure traffic control devices as necessary based on evolving worksite conditions.
• Communicate regularly with the project manager, construction crews, and other project management staff to ensure proper coordination of traffic control measures.
• Provide updates on traffic control issues and progress during meetings.
• Address and resolve any issues or concerns related to traffic control as they arise.
• Provide quick and effective solutions to minimize traffic disruptions and ensure the safety of all road users.
• Complete daily reports, including equipment checks, manpower usage, and safety observations.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in traffic control management, construction, or highway/bridge projects.
• In-depth knowledge of traffic control devices, safety regulations, and best practices specific to road, bridge, and highway construction.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.
• New Hire Quiz
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace.
• Job site safety requirements as required by the client (long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.).
• Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
• Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces.
• Able to carry 50 lbs. of tool and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
• Must be able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

Work Environment

• Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site
• Uneven ground level
• Obstructed pathways
• Work performed at low and/or high elevations
• Work performed in confined areas

Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site:

• Predominately outdoor climate
• May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather
• Excessive humidity, rain, etc.
• Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.
• Potential exposure to chemical substances

Benefits:

• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term , 401K with matching contribution.

Company Overview

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power , oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.

Primoris Heavy Civil, supported by the bonding capacity and resources of Primoris, has expanded into an even larger role within the heavy civil, infrastructure rehabilitation and transportation industries. Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

EEO Statement
We are an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice
Primoris will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner with a current executed agreement.

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