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Traffic Management Specialist jobs are open across transportation agencies, construction firms, logistics companies, and municipalities, from entry-level coordinator roles to senior and program manager positions, with specializations in signal systems, incident response, and work zone safety. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Do you want to learn a new skill or are you looking for a new career? Are you willing to learn and take direction? Like to work outside? Are you responsible, energetic, safety minded and want to serve the community? If this sounds like you. come learn and grow with TxDOT!
TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for an Illumination Project Specialist II based in Fort Worth TX. All the training, tools, and uniforms will be provided, and we have lots of opportunities to grow within the agency. TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance (with no annual deductible), paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available for your family and retirement benefits. http://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdotinfo/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf
A Day in the life of an Illumination Project Spec. may include:
- Plan and coordinate lighting projects according to project schedules, budgets, and specifications.
- Monitor project progress and ensure deadlines are met.
- Coordinate with engineers, contractors, electricians, vendors, and project managers.
- Review lighting plans, electrical drawings, and project specifications.
- Assist with selecting appropriate lighting fixtures, LED systems, poles, and related equipment.
- Verify lighting layouts and illumination requirements meet project standards.
- Conduct field visits to inspect lighting installations and project progress.
- Ensure lighting equipment is installed according to approved plans and safety requirements.
- Identify installation issues and coordinate corrective actions.
- Ensure work follows applicable workplace safety procedures and electrical regulations.
- Coordinate safe work practices for field crews and contractors.
- Help resolve safety concerns identified during inspections.
Physical Work Location: 2501 Southwest Loop 820, Fort Worth, Tx 76133
Salary/Grade: B22 / $4,801 - $7761(Monthly)
This posting is for one (1) Illumination Project Specialist II position, depending on business need and applicants' qualifications. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Minimum Salary
: 57,614.00Maximum Salary
: 93,138.00Pay Basis
: Yearly FLSA Status: ExemptWork Locations
:Travel
: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Location Flexibility: OnsiteAt TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
- Retirement Plans
- Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Leave and Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
- On-the-Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
- Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Performs project management specialist work for Department projects. Work includes coordinating the development, implementation, maintenance, and support of the Critical Path Method (CPM) for Department projects, and providing support for resource leveling, priority development, project analysis, reporting, and training. Works directly with the project manager to help define the project’s goals and objectives. Work requires extensive contact with department staff, governmental agencies, and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
-
Supports the project management team and aides with the maintenance of timely and effective change management processes,
procedures, and systems. - Assesses and reports planned and completed effects of project schedule changes.
- Ensures proper schedule controls are appropriately implemented and maintained.
- Monitors and reports on major milestones for the program portfolio.
- Reviews detailed project schedules to ensure compliance with Department policies, practices and procedures.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 2 years project management or development, construction/engineering support, or related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies:
Project scheduling and coordination activities
Budgeting methods and procedures
Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Standing-prolonged periods of time
- Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
- Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
- Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
- Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
Job
: Plan/Aviation/Pub Trans/LegisSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Type
: StandardJob Level
: Non-ManagementJob Posting
: Nov 10, 2026, 12:53:55 PMUnposting Date
: Nov 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PMTxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information
Do you want to learn a new skill or are you looking for a new career? Are you willing to learn and take direction? Like to work outside? Are you responsible, energetic, safety minded and want to serve the community? If this sounds like you. come learn and grow with TxDOT!
TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for an Illumination Project Specialist II based in Fort Worth TX. All the training, tools, and uniforms will be provided, and we have lots of opportunities to grow within the agency. TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance (with no annual deductible), paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available for your family and retirement benefits. http://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdotinfo/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf
A Day in the life of an Illumination Project Spec. may include:
- Plan and coordinate lighting projects according to project schedules, budgets, and specifications.
- Monitor project progress and ensure deadlines are met.
- Coordinate with engineers, contractors, electricians, vendors, and project managers.
- Review lighting plans, electrical drawings, and project specifications.
- Assist with selecting appropriate lighting fixtures, LED systems, poles, and related equipment.
- Verify lighting layouts and illumination requirements meet project standards.
- Conduct field visits to inspect lighting installations and project progress.
- Ensure lighting equipment is installed according to approved plans and safety requirements.
- Identify installation issues and coordinate corrective actions.
- Ensure work follows applicable workplace safety procedures and electrical regulations.
- Coordinate safe work practices for field crews and contractors.
- Help resolve safety concerns identified during inspections.
Physical Work Location: 2501 Southwest Loop 820, Fort Worth, Tx 76133
Salary/Grade: B22 / $4,801 - $7761(Monthly)
This posting is for one (1) Illumination Project Specialist II position, depending on business need and applicants' qualifications. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Minimum Salary
: 57,614.00Maximum Salary
: 93,138.00Pay Basis
: Yearly FLSA Status: ExemptWork Locations
:Travel
: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Location Flexibility: OnsiteAt TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
- Retirement Plans
- Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Leave and Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
- On-the-Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
- Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
- Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Performs project management specialist work for Department projects. Work includes coordinating the development, implementation, maintenance, and support of the Critical Path Method (CPM) for Department projects, and providing support for resource leveling, priority development, project analysis, reporting, and training. Works directly with the project manager to help define the project’s goals and objectives. Work requires extensive contact with department staff, governmental agencies, and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
-
Supports the project management team and aides with the maintenance of timely and effective change management processes,
procedures, and systems. - Assesses and reports planned and completed effects of project schedule changes.
- Ensures proper schedule controls are appropriately implemented and maintained.
- Monitors and reports on major milestones for the program portfolio.
- Reviews detailed project schedules to ensure compliance with Department policies, practices and procedures.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 2 years project management or development, construction/engineering support, or related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies:
Project scheduling and coordination activities
Budgeting methods and procedures
Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Standing-prolonged periods of time
- Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
- Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
- Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
- Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
Job
: Plan/Aviation/Pub Trans/LegisSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Type
: StandardJob Level
: Non-ManagementJob Posting
: Nov 10, 2026, 12:53:55 PMUnposting Date
: Nov 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PMTxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in traffic management specialist jobs.
- Experience operating advanced traffic management systems or ATMS software platforms
- Knowledge of traffic signal timing, coordination, and ITS technologies
- Familiarity with MUTCD standards and work zone traffic control procedures
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required for field roles
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, transportation, or a related technical field
- IMSA, ATSSA, or PE certification preferred or required depending on jurisdiction
Tips for Your Traffic Management Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to signal systems
Hiring managers for traffic management specialists scan for specific tools: ATMS platforms, signal timing software, and ITS hardware experience. List the exact systems you've operated by name so your resume clears automated screening before a human ever reads it.
Highlight certifications on page one
Certifications like IMSA Traffic Signal Technician or ATSSA Flagger Trainer carry real weight. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume, not buried in a footer, so reviewers see your credentials before your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists traffic management specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target agencies with active capital programs
State DOTs and metropolitan planning organizations posting traffic specialist roles mid-year are usually staffing for a funded project, not backfilling. Those openings move faster and have clearer scope, so apply the day the posting goes live.
Prepare scenario answers about incident coordination
Interviewers for these roles almost always ask how you've handled a multi-agency incident or unexpected work zone conflict. Draft a specific two-minute answer using a real situation before your first screening call, not the night before the panel interview.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Traffic management specialist roles vary widely in whether you're doing field work, control room operations, or project oversight. Confirm the exact responsibilities in writing during the offer stage so the title matches what you'll actually do day to day.
Traffic Management Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most traffic management specialists?
The companies hiring the most traffic management specialists right now include WSP, Fastly, and Ohla, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Tennessee, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Engineering consultancies and state transportation agencies consistently account for the largest volume of postings.
How many traffic management specialist jobs are remote?
About 43% of traffic management specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote-eligible roles concentrated in planning, data analysis, and systems oversight rather than field operations or control room positions, which require on-site presence.
How do you become a traffic management specialist?
Start with a degree in civil engineering, transportation planning, or a closely related technical field. Gain field or control room experience through an entry-level role with a DOT, municipality, or engineering firm. Pursue certifications like IMSA Traffic Signal Technician as you advance. Building hands-on experience with signal systems and ITS platforms is what separates competitive candidates from applicants who only have classroom preparation.
Can you get hired as a traffic management specialist with little experience?
Yes, entry-level and technician-track roles exist within transportation agencies and construction contractors that hire candidates with a relevant technical degree and minimal field time. Internships with a state DOT or municipal public works department, volunteer flagging certifications, and familiarity with traffic simulation software all strengthen an application when you don't yet have years of direct experience.
What does the traffic management specialist interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screening focused on your systems experience and certifications, followed by a technical panel where you walk through past incident or project scenarios. Some agencies include a practical component or written assessment covering signal timing principles or MUTCD standards. Final-round interviews often involve the hiring manager and a project lead who want to understand how you coordinate across agencies under pressure.
Where can I find and apply to traffic management specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to traffic management specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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