Traffic Control Lead

Job Profile

CNS, a Congruex Company, is looking for a Traffic Control Lead to join their team. Learn more about their operating unit at: www.Congruex.com.

Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to)

• Supervise daily operations of traffic control teams, including flaggers and technicians.
• Read and interpret traffic control plans (TCPs) and ensure correct setup in accordance with project requirements and regulations.
• Set up, adjust, and maintain traffic control devices such as signage, cones, barricades, and arrow boards.
• Conduct site safety inspections and ensure work zones are compliant with local, state, and federal traffic safety standards (e.g., MUTCD).
• Train, mentor, and provide direction to traffic control personnel on proper safety protocols and procedures.
• Cookordination with site supervisors, law enforcement, and emergency services to ensure smooth traffic operations.
• Monitor traffic conditions and adjust control strategies in real time as needed.
• Complete and submit daily reports, timekeeping records, and incident documentation.
• Ensure all team members wear appropriate PPE and adhere to safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in traffic control, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Certification as a Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) or equivalent (e.g., ATSSA, state DOT certification).
• Knowledge of MUTCD guidelines, OSHA safety standards, and local traffic laws.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to operate traffic control devices and vehicles (e.g., message boards, trucks).
• Conflict resolution and teamwork capabilities.
• Ability to read blueprints, maps, and site plans.
• Comfortable working under pressure in high-traffic environments.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach.
• Ability to lift, push, and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including working at heights, in confined spaces, and on uneven terrain.
• Use of hands and arms for handling tools, equipment, and controls.
• Visual and auditory acuity required to operate equipment and ensure safety in field environments.
• May involve long periods of driving between job sites.

Work Environment

• Primarily performed outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and potentially hazardous materials and environments.
• May work near moving mechanical parts or in high-traffic areas.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, reflective vests, and steel-toed boots.
• Irregular hours, overtime, and on-call availability may be required based on operational needs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Program with a Company Match
• Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace Discounts
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Options

The Fine Print

• We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles.
• Some benefits have eligibility criteria.
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.