Traffic Planner

ABOUT US:

Barricades and Signs is the industry leader for all traffic safety needs in Western Canada.  Since 2004, Barricades and Signs has experienced steady growth and can support small scale projects to large scale infrastructure needs.  We offer a full range of roadside safety products and onsite traffic services to our customers.  We treat our employees like our family and with such significant growth there is ample room for growth and professional development. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a vital member of our operations team, the Traffic Planner will be responsible for designing traffic accommodation strategies and plans for projects scaling from simple one-lane temporary road closures to large-scale highway traffic diversions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interpret construction drawings and specifications from customers
• Prepare work plans and packages as required
• Create traffic plans using RapidPlan and/or AutoCAD
• Create traffic accommodation strategies and technical reports for customers
• Provide field support to the operational team for questions regarding traffic plans or strategies
• Review and analyze data relative to the project
• Complete plans and perform specification reviews for projects
• Support and assist the sales team with preparation of tenders or bids for work

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferably, undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related degree
• 2-5 years previous experience working in infrastructure or heavy civil projects or road safety projects
• Previous experience with design and drafting software; preferably RapidPlan or AutoCAD
• Preferably, experience in SAP
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines, goals, and objectives

HOURS OF WORK:

Daily schedule may vary depending upon operational needs.  However, general office hours would be 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday.

Barricades and Signs is an equal opportunity employer and employs without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, or gender identity.