MOT Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Benchmark is a premier design-build, site and underground utility construction firm, completing over 500 projects spanning over eight (8) years. With a heavy focus on mission critical facilities, our teams collaborate seamlessly to ensure our customers receive the highest level of service in the construction industry. At Benchmark, our success is fueled by our exceptional workforce. We prioritize training and professional development, encouraging our team to expand and enhance their unique skills, so they can fully realize their potential. If you are driven and passionate about excellence, we want to hear from you. Join us and be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills and ambitions will be nurtured and valued.

Position Summary

The MOT Foreman is responsible for overseeing all aspects of traffic control operations on construction and utility job sites to ensure the safety of the public, work crews, and equipment. This position leads a team in setting up, maintaining, and removing traffic control devices in accordance with project specifications, company policies, and federal, state, and local regulations. The MOT Foreman ensures that traffic control plans are executed correctly, efficiently, and safely while maintaining clear communication with field leadership, project managers, and inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise traffic control crews, ensuring all work is performed safely and according to plan.
• Oversee the daily setup, maintenance, and removal of traffic control devices, including signs, cones, barricades, arrow boards, and flagging operations.
• Ensure all traffic control operations comply with MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) standards and applicable state / local requirements.
• Read and interpret traffic control plans, making adjustments in the field as necessary.
• Coordinate with project managers, field leadership, and law enforcement to ensure proper execution of lane closures, detours, and traffic shifts.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and ensure all crew members follow company safety policies and wear appropriate PPE.
• Inspect work zones throughout the day to ensure devices remain in place, functional, and compliant.
• Complete daily documentation, including work reports, incident logs, and lane closure records.
• Respond promptly to any incidents, emergencies, or changes in traffic conditions.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Why Join Benchmark Utility Services

Benchmark Utility Services offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a dynamic work environment that values excellence, teamwork, and professional growth. If you possess the Qualifications and skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer.