MOT Superintendent

Job Description

The MOT Superintendent plays a crucial role in ensuring all traffic control operations are executed safely and efficiently on the SR400 Express Lanes Project. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supervising MOT field crews in the installation, maintenance, and removal of traffic control devices.
• Executing approved Traffic Control Plans (TCPs) and verifying that all field setups meet plan specifications and GDOT standards.
• Coordinating daily lane closures, rolling closures, detours, and traffic shifts with construction teams and the MOT Manager.
• Performing daily field inspections to confirm proper device placement, visibility, and functionality.
• Responding promptly to emergency traffic control needs, incidents, and real-time plan adjustments.
• Ensuring all MOT activities comply with MUTCD, GDOT, OSHA, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Identifying and correcting unsafe conditions, improper setups, or non-compliant traffic control installations.
• Maintaining high standards of work-zone safety and housekeeping across all active traffic control areas.
• Training field personnel on proper MOT procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Collaborating with the MOT Manager, Construction Superintendents, and subcontractors to plan upcoming traffic control needs.
• Communicating daily MOT activities, issues, and changes to project leadership.
• Participating in daily huddles, weekly coordination meetings, and look-ahead planning sessions.
• Reviewing TCPs, Traffic Implementation Requests (TIRs), and lane closure requests for constructability and field feasibility.
• Maintaining accurate daily logs of MOT activities, crew hours, equipment usage, and field adjustments.
• Contributing to weekly and monthly MOT reporting, including field conditions and operational challenges.
• Overseeing inventory, condition, and deployment of all MOT equipment and devices.
• Ensuring message boards, arrow boards, and other electronic devices are properly programmed and fully operational.
• Coordinating maintenance, repair, and replacement of traffic control devices.
• Managing subcontractor performance related to MOT field operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in roadway construction, traffic control, or heavy civil field supervision.
• Strong working knowledge of MUTCD, GDOT standards, and TTC best practices.
• ATSSA or National Safety Council certifications required (e.g., Traffic Control Supervisor, Traffic Control Technician).
• Demonstrated ability to lead field crews in active roadway environments.
• Ability to read and interpret Traffic Control Plans and construction drawings.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, or irregular hours as required for traffic operations.
• Proficiency with Excel, Procore, or similar platforms for reporting and documentation.
• Procore, e-Builder, SharePoint