Area Supervisor

About the role

The Area Supervisor is primarily responsible for a designated area in which they will coach field employee performance through site observations, build positive client relationships, oversee pre-construction planning and management, as well as promote the safety and quality standards of the organization, while acting in accordance with company values, vision and mission.

Responsibilities

• Manages a team of outside field personnel
• Direct work to at least two or more other full-time employees
• Has the authority to hire and fire other employees
• Establish and build relationships with direct reports through monthly job site visits
• Responsible for conducting annual performance reviews and supporting employee development
• Daily travel to job site locations; observations and associated reporting based on designated area
• Build positive client, State DOT and Local Municipal relations within designated area
• Responsible for pre-construction management process including client meetings, internal job leads meetings and other communication as required
• Serve as subject matter expert for internal office staff with regards to order requirements such as personnel and equipment needs
• Meet with Field Manager on daily/weekly basis to review Crew Leaders's and Advanced Crew Leader's performance and associated metrics
• Complete and submit daily reporting by way of work zone observations
• Assist the safety department with the investigation of incidents when requested
• Responsible for fleet telematics and related driver coaching
• Professionally represent the organization to clients, employees and the public
• Submission of HR requests and subsequent delivery of related discipline, in accordance with company guidelines and established timelines
• Work collaboratively and communicate frequently with other departments
• Make recommendations to Field Manager for field staff promotions as needed
• Conduct, attend and participate in various department meetings as necessary
• Conduct random quarterly, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug tests
• Successful completion of Area Supervisor Job Training Program and required continuing education
• Act in accordance with company values, vision and mission, exercising honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers
• Demonstrate leadership, maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, and demonstrate a positive attitude
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and clients, work with accuracy, efficiency and close attention to detail
• Maintain good attendance by working when and where directed, respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible
• Exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks
• Perform other duties and functions as required

Qualifications

• Must pass Work Zone Leadership course with 80% or higher
• Maintain valid internal training certifications through Flagger Force Academy
• Must hold all required Department of Transportation qualifications for assigned territory
• Valid driver's license in accordance with Flagger Force motor vehicle record standards
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Developed leadership skills including conflict resolution, and ability to coach and train people and teams
• Ability to positively influence people and situations in a fast-paced environment and build trust and support optimal outcomes
• Ability to adapt quickly and manage time effectively
• Ability to manage high stress scenarios and environments
• Proficient computer literacy; experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
• Steel toed boots or the ability to obtain prior to employment

Preferred Experience

• One (1)+ year(s) experience with Flagger Force and/or similar traffic control knowledge
• One (1)+ year(s) experience with state and federal traffic control guidelines (i.e., Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices)
• Demonstrates leadership qualities in previous Flagger Force positions
• Advanced Crew Leader knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401k with company match
• Generous paid time off
• On-site fitness facility
• Paid holidays
• Health savings account
• Company paid benefits (long term disability and basic life/AD&D)
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition and education assistance
• Employee appreciation events
• Giving back to the communities we serve through paid volunteer time off
• Professional development opportunities