Project Manager, Bus Maintenance

Metropolitan Council•St. Paul, MN

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Bus Maintenance Project Manager is responsible for managing the bus maintenance division's larger multi-faceted complex projects. The incumbent serves as the organization's professional management resource within the project content area. Establishes operating procedures and processes within the general project and/or departmental policies and guidelines. Take an active role in managing the numerous facets of any larger project. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. This recruitment will establish a six (6) month Eligibility List for current and future vacancies.

Requirements

Any of the following combinations of experience in understanding heavy-duty vehicle maintenance and garage functions with at least one (1) year of project management experience and two (2) or more years of experience leading workforce teams; and completed educational degree in Project or Organizational Management, Business Administration, or closely related field.
High school diploma or GED and nine (9) or more years of experience
Associate degree and seven (7) or more years of experience
Bachelor's degree or higher and five (5) or more years of experience

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional Certificate (PMP).
Previous or current fleet management, purchasing, or procurement experience.
Ability to work well independently.
Ability to work well in diverse groups.
Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and any vehicle software database experience.
Experience working with a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

Manage vehicle and equipment Preventative Maintenance processes supporting the Transit bus and Non-Revenue fleet, from procurement through deployment.
Lead preventative maintenance process development, including drafting technical guides and documents.
Maintain organized project records, documentation, and reporting systems (e.g., EAMS, Excel, project management software).
Determines appropriate products or services with clients or customers to define the project.
Develops, modifies, or provides input to project plans.
Implement project plans to meet objectives.
Coordinate and integrate project activities.
Manages, leads, or administers project resources.
Implement and maintain quality assurance processes.
Give presentations or briefings on all aspects of each project to include. Transportation committee and Council meetings.
Participate in phase, milestone, and final project reviews.
Identify project documentation requirements or procedures.
Develop and implement a project completion plan.
Manages vendor contracts as needed.