Assistant General Manager - Planning and Project Delivery
About The Position
This position is open until filled - initial review to begin November 24, 2025. We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides ridership through an integrated network of buses, light rail, and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk, or bike in the Twin Cities. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region: The Assistant General Manager (Planning and Project Delivery) provides executive-level leadership to Metro Transit's Planning and Capital Programs Division, which is responsible for service planning, development and delivery of transit capital projects, and long-term management of transit assets that advance regional mobility goals. This role ensures the division's planning and project delivery efforts align with Metro Transit's strategic vision and the Metropolitan Council's long-range regional transportation objectives. Apply by attaching resume with completed application to be considered.
Requirements
- High school diploma AND fourteen (14) years of required experience, including five (5) years of supervisory or senior management experience leading multiple functional units and major projects.
- Associates degree AND twelve (12) years of related experience, including five (5) years of supervisory or senior management experience leading multiple functional units and major projects.
- Bachelor's degree AND ten (10) years of experience, including five (5) years of supervisory or senior management experience leading multiple functional units and major projects.
- Master's degree AND eight (8) years of experience, including five (5) years of supervisory or senior management experience leading multiple functional units and major projects.
- Demonstrated success delivering large-scale planning or capital projects on time and within budget.
- Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams in complex operational or capital environments.
- Experience managing public-sector budgets and collaborating with external funding partners.
Nice To Haves
- Experience managing large, diverse, cross-functional project teams and strategic initiatives.
- Experience acting as a public spokesperson before elected officials, community boards, and media.
- Experience in multi-modal transportation planning, capital development, or public policy.
- Experience with equity-centered project planning and stakeholder engagement.
- Knowledge of regional, state, and federal transit planning and funding frameworks (FTA, FHWA).
Responsibilities
- Provide Executive Leadership for Planning and Project Delivery
- Oversee Project Planning, Development, and Execution
- Represent Metro Transit and Build Strategic Partnerships
- Lead Departmental and Financial Management
- Develop and Support a High-Performing Team
- Advance Metro Transit's Strategic and Equity Goals
Benefits
- We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
- We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
- We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
