General Manager NOTE : The following position is for a proposed new / future business within Transdev. Only candidates meeting the work experience requirements will be considered.
About Transdev : Based near Chicago, Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America, including bus, rail, streetcar, paratransit, and shuttle services.
Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility.
Overview The General Manager provides a proactive management approach and will be responsible for operations, including delivering safe and reliable service, employee oversight, management of contract assets, risk management, client and customer satisfaction, and financial performance.
This position is based in Livermore, CA . Responsibilities :
- Proven relationship builder with employees, the client, union partners, and the community
- Sets commercial and operational strategic direction for the business unit team and leads the management team and employee workforce to achieve corporate / property safety goals, service performance, and financial objectives
- Identifies and develops business growth opportunities
- Optimizes the return on assets deployed within the business to include vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and performance management
- Identifies and analyzes KPIs to maintain positive results
- Ensures services are provided within budget and implements action plans to improve operational efficiencies
- Determines and delivers business unit budget
- Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations and Transdev corporate safety standards
- Manages staff development and training in liaison with the corporate team as appropriate
- Ensures effective environmental compliance and sustainability management
- Provides complete and accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Other duties as required
Transdev is proud to offer :
- The salary range for this opportunity is $120,000-170,000 (DOE)
- Attractive benefits package, including 401(k) with company contribution, medical, dental, and vision
- Paid time off & vacation
Qualifications : Education :
- Completion of a four (4) year college degree in a relevant field is desirable, although appropriate education obtained through alternative methods will be considered
- Experience in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation, or related field or equivalent business experience preferred
Field and years of experience required :
- Minimum of 5 years as a successful General Manager of a project of a similar size and scope, preferred or proven ability to grow and adapt quickly with proven performance and expertise in providing high-quality service to the community
- At least 5 years of experience managing a turnkey ADA paratransit operation with over 100 daily runs
- Labor relations experience
Skills and Knowledge Required :
- Knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws
- Thorough knowledge of ordinances and regulations underlying the transit operation
- Requires 3-5 years of recent and relevant direct experience managing all aspects of a fixed-route service
- Prior experience working with collective bargaining agreements
- Thorough knowledge of the methods of operation of the transit system’s staff and operational departments
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with clients
- Ability to manage cost control and financial budget
- Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Understanding of technology, apps, Wi-Fi, and transportation technology
- Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent presentation skills; ability to influence people at all levels of the organization
- Ability to organize and perform work efficiently, strong attention to details
- Ability to work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances and negotiations
- Travel requirement :