Traffic Signal Project Manager

About the role

The Traffic Signal and Lighting Project Manager is responsible for managing municipal and DOT infrastructure projects in the East Chicago market, coordinating field crews, and serving as the primary point of contact for customers, municipalities, and inspectors throughout the project lifecycle. This is a hands-on, field-focused project management role that requires someone equally comfortable on a job site and in a customer meeting.

Responsibilities

• Manage traffic signal and roadway lighting projects for municipal and DOT-related clients from initiation through closeout
• Coordinate daily activities of signal technicians and lighting technicians in the field; manage schedules, manpower, and field execution across active projects
• Respond to municipal service calls and support maintenance-related project work with urgency and professionalism
• Ensure all projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with customer expectations and GreenArrow safety standards
• Support scheduling, manpower coordination, project documentation, reporting, and overall project coordination
• Communicate directly and proactively with customers, municipalities, inspectors, and internal operations teams throughout every project
• Build strong, trusted working relationships with field personnel, customers, municipal representatives, and project stakeholders
• Serve as a knowledgeable and reliable point of contact for public-sector clients; understand their operational needs and represent GreenArrow professionally in every interaction

Requirements

• Experience in electrical construction, traffic signal systems, roadway lighting, or DOT and public infrastructure projects
• Comfortable leading field technicians and managing day-to-day operations in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of project management experience in traffic signal construction, roadway lighting, electrical construction, DOT or public infrastructure projects, or commercial and industrial electrical construction
• Demonstrated experience working in construction or infrastructure-related environments with the ability to manage field crews and coordinate multiple moving parts simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written communication and customer service skills; comfortable working directly with municipalities and public-sector customers
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced field operations environment
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required

Skills

• Project Management
• Field Environment
• Communication
• Organization
• Driver’s License

Benefits

• Strong long-term growth potential within a growing infrastructure and transportation services organization
• Continuous investment in people with meaningful work that evolves with you, continuous learning and mentorship, and a clear path for advancement
• A collaborative, fun environment where life-long relationships are built and values guide every decision we make
• Competitive compensation, annual bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible work arrangements are available.