Traffic Signal Construction Manager

Company Summary

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.

MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Job Summary

Our Traffic Signal Construction Manager provides management and direction of Traffic Signal construction activities. The candidate oversees the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signals and related infrastructure. Project work includes project management, resource allocation, equipment management, and utility construction. Duties performed are associated with human resources, payroll, accounting, and administrative functions. This position supports the Civil Construction team and works with field personnel, senior operations management, and customers.

• Manage all projects to completion on-time and within budget.
• Proficiency in traffic signal design, including knowledge of signal phasing, timing, and coordination.
• Ensures compliance with state regulations and company policies.
• Familiarity with traffic management systems, signal controllers, and related software.
• Schedule the crews, identify and delegate the crews to start their work, review project timelines and expectations, and supervise work performance and job quality.
• Project Management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Participate in the hiring process and maintain all employment related paperwork (i.e. new hire paperwork, separation paperwork, employment data changes, etc.).
• Promote a safe work environment, holding crews accountable to safe work practices.
• Determine job costs, labor, and material needed, ensuring on-time deliveries.
• Prepare and interpret drawings, graphs, maps, blueprints, bid documents, contracts, proposals, and specifications.
• Identify and resolve any blueprint issues prior to and during construction.
• Identify and supervise subcontractors to perform their tasks, inspect, and/or bill any relevant personnel/contractors.
• Take responsibility for all personnel and any vehicles or equipment in their control.
• Participate in meetings with senior operations management, peers, and/or customers.
• Participate in estimating and bidding projects, contract negotiations, and change order preparation. 

• Associate's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5 years of Traffic Signal Construction Manager experience.
• 2 years in a supervisory position.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating with team members, contractors, and local authorities.
• Relevant work experience in Traffic Signal installation, maintenance, or construction is essential.
• Experience managing construction projects, coordinating with contractors, and overseeing traffic control operations.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
• 10 years of Traffic Signal Construction Management experience.
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certifications.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.  

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.  

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE). 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.