Kathleen Bardes
Pleasant Valley,NY
Summary
Proven Traffic Control Supervisor with expertise in traffic management and a strong record of enhancing worker safety and improving traffic flow. At Local 60, led teams in implementing effective safety protocols and coordinating with construction teams, significantly reducing project delays. Skilled in work zone safety and teamwork, demonstrating flexibility and a results-driven approach to meet project goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Traffic Control Supervisor, Laborer, Flagger
Local 60
Westchester NY
08.2011 - Current
- Read and interpreted plans, MUTCD, and instructions and specifications to determine work activities and checked inventory and inspected equipment needed for job.
- Enhanced worker safety by implementing strict safety protocols for all traffic control personnel.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Reduced project delays by coordinating traffic control plans with construction teams and local authorities.
- Maintained traffic control plans for proper management of traffic during construction and events.
- Installed and maintained road markings to clearly define lanes and enhance road safety.
- Improved traffic flow by efficiently managing lane closures and diversions.
Construction Flagger, Laborer, Driver Escort
Bilotta Construction
Westchester County,NY
06.1996 - 11.2014
- Managed high-stress situations effectively while calmly directing heavy vehicular and pedestrian traffic amidst adverse weather conditions or unforeseen obstructions.
- Facilitated smooth traffic transitions by expertly utilizing two-way radios for precise communication with coworkers at opposite ends of the construction zone.
- Provided essential instructions to foremen, crew chiefs and other flaggers.
- Communicated with FAA Ground Control and safely escorted construction equipment and vehicles around active runways
- Actively alerted construction crew about vehicles failing to obey signals, preventing accident and injury.
- Elevated overall site security by diligently monitoring access points, restricting unauthorized individuals from entering restricted areas.
- Intimately familiar with flagging safety regulations and equipment as published by OSHA.
- Accustomed to nighttime flagging in high traffic areas.
- Assisted in minimizing accidents by setting up proper signage, barricades, cones, and other traffic control devices.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Education, English
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY05.2000
Skills
Work Zone Safety
Traffic Management Expertise
Incident Response Coordination
Interpreting MUTCD
Critical Thinking
Adaptability and Flexibility
Accomplishments
LIUNA Certified Traffic Control Supervisor Instructor
Timeline
Traffic Control Supervisor, Laborer, Flagger
Local 60
08.2011 - Current
Construction Flagger, Laborer, Driver Escort
Bilotta Construction
06.1996 - 11.2014
Associate of Arts - Early Education, English
Westchester Community College