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Company Description

WS Barricade is a Colorado-based, family-owned and operated Traffic Control company with over 40 years of experience in the industry. We specialize in Traffic Control Management Services, Construction Work Zone Traffic Control, Traffic Control Design and special events. Our company is committed to excellence from the bidding of the project all the way to the project close out. Excellence is not just a goal it is the standard that we hold ourselves to. We are here to establish ourselves as the most reliable and efficient barricade company in the West.

Job Description

Seeking an independent thinker and a highly communicative individual that is adaptable to change with a strong commitment to process and people management. We are revolutionizing the industry, and we are seeking like-minded individuals to expand our footprint.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop project plans with milestones and resource assignments.
  • Provide necessary program direction for planning, organizing, developing, and integrating projects across multiple functional areas.
  • Assigning schedules, supplies and equipment to staff members
  •  Equipment inventory cycles for all field service vehicles
  •  An ability to communicate with the traveling public, co-workers, contractors, and inspectors clearly and confidently. 
  • Traveling to customer sites and evaluating Traffic Control Supervisors and Flaggers
  • Helping employees to improve and tracking employee progress
  • Maintaining all rules, safety standards and responsibilities
  • Submitting necessary reports to all stakeholders (senior leadership, HR, dispatch, billing)
  • Manage project staff according to the established policies and practices of the organization.
  • Responding to all on-call tasks and supporting Traffic Control Supervisors under your supervision.
  • Lead project meetings, prepare meeting agenda and minutes, and follow up on action items.
  • Maintain files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured.
  • Evaluate and assess project results and provide recommendations for future improvement.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation skills)
  • Simple Accounting
  • Proficiency with technology
  • Proven experience in creating and carrying out successful plans and processes to solve complex problems
  • Ability to read and understand a traffic control plan
  • Clean Motor Vehicle Report
  • Ability to obtain ATSSA certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Bending, stooping, climbing, lifting up to 75 pounds

Pre-employment drug screen

80% in field setting, 20% in office setting

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

  • BS Degree in Construction Management or equivalent education or experience.
  • Experience in the relevant industry, for example, utility construction
  • Excellent project management, organizational, time management, and leadership skills
  • Good Communication, customer service and problem solving skills

Additional Information

  • Benefits-eligible 1st of the month following hire.
  • All traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, and Critical Illness
  • Company paid 50k in basic life insurance.
  • Company paid LTD.
  • Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • AWP named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 and 2025 for Diversity
  • $75,000-$95,000 base salary + 7% AIP Bonus + Company Vehicle and Gas Card

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.