General Manager - Minneapolis, MN, United States - Transdev North America

Description

The General Manager provides a proactive management approach and will have overall responsibility of operations including the delivery of safe and reliable service, employee oversight, unionized driving and maintenance staff, management of contracts, risk management, client/customer satisfaction and financial performance.

Proven relationship builder with employees, the client, union partners, and the community

Contract service management sets operational strategic direction for the business unit team and leads the management team and employee workforce to achieve contract compliance, corporate/property safety goals, service performance, and financial objectives.

Responsible for identifying and developing business growth opportunities.

Responsible for optimizing the return on assets deployed within the business to include vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and performance management.

Responsible for determining and delivering business unit budget.
Responsible for all staff management, development and training in liaison with the corporate team as appropriate
Ensures effective environmental compliance and sustainability management.
Provides complete and accurate data collection, compilation, analysis, and reporting.

Completion of a four (4) year college degree in a relevant field is desirable, although relevant 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 providing high quality service to the community.

At least 5 years of experience managing a fleet of 160 or more fixed route or paratransit buses.
Thorough knowledge of ordinances and regulations underlying the transit operation
Thorough knowledge of the methods of operation of the transit system's staff and operational departments
Ability to manage cost control and financial budget.
Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Understanding of technology, apps, Wi-Fi, and understanding of transportation technology
Ability to work effectively with union partners, including labor grievances, and negotiations.


Travel requirement:
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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.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.