Project Manager, Bus Maintenance

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.

The Metro Transit Division 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.

• 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).
• Determine appropriate products or services with clients or customers to define the project.
• Develop, modify, or provide input to project plans.
• Implement project plans to meet objectives.
• Coordinate and integrate project activities.
• Manage, lead, or administer project resources.
• Implement and maintain quality assurance processes.
• Give presentations or briefings on all aspects of each project to 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.
• Manage vendor contracts as needed.

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 a completed educational degree in Project or Organizational Management, Business Administration, or a 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

• 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.

• Knowledge of Project Management methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of Bus Maintenance Practices.
• Knowledge of problem solving and resolution skills.
• Skilled in written and verbal communication and presentations.
• Skilled at working with, understanding, and evaluating technical information related to the job.
• Skilled at professional business communication, analytical and time management skills.
• Ability to determine appropriate products or services with clients or customers to define project.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships and work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to interpret and apply mathematics and statistical methods and procedures gained through professional education.
• Ability to lead teams in a collaborative effort to project completion.
• Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• Ability to develop and orchestrate project work plan and manages numerous projects simultaneously.
• Ability to organize projects in a methodical manner.

• Opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• Encouragement to develop skills through on‑site training and tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

Union/Grade: NRC/Grade I

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Safety Sensitive:
No

Work environment:
Position works in an office environment. Requires ability to work non‑standard hours and be required to change scheduled days off and assignments on short notice. Some travel to other facilities is required. Up to one third of the time this position works near moving parts or equipment, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions and moderate noise.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR‑OCCHealthte.mn.us.