Operations Manager - Traffic Control

Preferred Traffic Control, Llc
Puyallup, WA, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$85,000.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Global Positioning Systems (GPS) Microsoft Office Productivity Software Gsuite

Job description

The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing traffic control operations, managing crews, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and tracking project progress. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects and crews simultaneously., Field Operations & Crew Management:

  • Manage traffic control operations with up to 40 crew members and 15 trucks.
  • Oversee daily in-field traffic control operations, ensuring smooth project execution.
  • Oversee scheduling and dispatching of crews (schedule built by dispatcher).
  • Ensure crews are prepared each morning, verifying PPE, certifications, and equipment before deployment.
  • Manage emergency/same-day call-outs and participate in a rotating on-call weekend schedule.

Project & Compliance Oversight:

  • Track and manage large-scale public and private projects to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • Oversee field inspections conducted by the Field Supervisor, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
  • Work with the Operations Team to implement and uphold safety and training protocols.
  • Manage DOT vehicle compliance, GPS monitoring, and fuel card usage.

Financial & Administrative Management:

  • Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate billing and payroll.
  • Assist in preparing quotes, bids, and estimates for new projects.
  • Work with HR on hiring, training, and personnel management.

Equipment & Fleet Oversight:

  • Oversee equipment inventory, maintenance, reordering, and stock levels.
  • Manage vehicle fleet maintenance and servicing to ensure operational readiness.

Process Improvement & Company Growth:

  • Collaborate with the executive team to enhance processes, systems, and overall company growth.

Requirements

Do you have a valid Driver’s License license?, Do you have experience in Productivity software?, * 5+ years of Construction Management experience.

  • Familiarity with Traffic Control operations on construction projects.
  • Strong knowledge of L&I and OSHA safety standards.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and scheduling software.
  • Experience with financial processes, budgeting, payroll, and invoicing.
  • Strong customer service skills and ability to build client relationships.
  • Ability to manage multiple crews and projects simultaneously.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
  • Experience working in a team-oriented environment.
  • Pay will be dependent on experience

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Fuel card
  • Paid time off

About the company

Preferred Traffic Control LLC is a leading provider of traffic control services for construction and infrastructure projects. We specialize in ensuring the safety and efficiency of work zones across public and private projects. We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily field operations, manage crews, and drive operational efficiency.

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