Traffic Control Supervisor

About the role

Byram, MS Office. We’re looking for a Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) to support our highway and paving projects in Mississippi. Please send candidates who have hands-on experience managing traffic control on active road construction projects, including lane closures and night work.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee traffic control setups in accordance with project plans and approved traffic control plans.
• Coordinate lane closures, signs, devices, flaggers, and traffic control crews with the superintendent, paving crews, subcontractors, and MDOT personnel.
• Inspect work zones, correct deficiencies promptly, and maintain required inspection records.
• Manage traffic control across all operations on the assigned project, including subcontractor work.

Requirements

• Current Traffic Control Supervisor certification accepted by MDOT (include copy and certification date with résumé).
• Experience supervising traffic control on highway construction projects; MDOT project experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of work zone plans, the MUTCD, and MDOT traffic control requirements.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and travel to projects across Mississippi as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work safely around live traffic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training or courses in business administration, accounting, or automotive/diesel shop management is a plus.
• 1–2 years of experience in a clerical or bookkeeping role, with direct experience working in an equipment shop, fleet dealership, or construction maintenance facility highly preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to complete a pre‑employment drug screen with a “Negative” result.
• Must be able to complete a post‑offer physical with a “Capable” result.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Willing to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.

Work Environment

This role operates in both office and active construction site environments. Candidate must be able to perform site walks, attend field meetings, and ensure on‑site safety and compliance.