Project Manager, Rolling Stock and Support Equipment

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The Project Manager, Rolling Stock and Support Equipment (RSSE) Vehicle Maintenance reports directly to the VP of Rolling Stock and Support Equipment. The Project Manager, RSSE Vehicle Maintenance position is responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and supervising the projects for acquiring, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and aiding in disposing of the Authority’s vehicles and equipment. The RSSE Vehicle Maintenance Project Manager offers consultation to the Authority’s Operations Vehicle Maintenance department. The RSSE Project Manager Vehicle Maintenance is also responsible for managing large and small projects related to the Authority’s vehicle needs and vehicle maintenance support to include all types of vehicle and special equipment/tool procurements, and support of vehicle maintenance day-to-day operation needs.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Note: The duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. 

• Develop, plan, schedule, and manage fleet programs and assigned projects.
• Document and communicate routine reports on project scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects, including Capital Project Profiles.
• Perform Project Management style duties for the Authority’s vehicle fleet related projects (Fixed route, Paratransit/Demand Response, support staff vehicles, and equipment), including:
  • Develop specifications, prepare draft modifications, and conduct site visits.
  • Develop inspection guidelines for production line assembly at remote locations, train and monitor inspectors during vehicle builds.
  • Coordinate, track, and report on in-plant assembly, delivery, acceptance, and in-processing leading to release of payment to vendor for vehicles, special tools, training, and major spare components.
  • Develop and maintain proper documentation for all project activities.
  • Generate and complete required Federal Transit Administration reports related to vehicle purchases both before and after vehicle delivery, to include major supporting components installed on or in support of vehicles being procured.
• Work with the Procurement Department on contract related processes and documents, including:
  • Development of specifications, modifications, and conduct site visits.
  • Preparation and development of critical project documents such as scopes of work, independent cost estimates, and fair and reasonable determinations for a wide variety of vehicle types, maintenance related products and services to include contracted maintenance and other professional services.
• Collaborate closely with Authority staff to develop and maintain short- and long-term range plans to procure and maintain vehicles to meet the Authority’s goals.
• Evaluate and review proposals submitted by project bidders, engineering consultants, and other service/product providers and manufacturers.
• Support a safety culture by including safety considerations into all project plans and ensuring compliance during project execution.
• Develop and maintain all project documentation and reports, from initial project profiles to required Federal Transit Administration (FTA) forms.
• Ensure a culture of safety by integrating safety considerations into all project plans and operations and ensuring compliance with all policies and regulations.
• Function as a trusted technical advisor to senior leadership and other departments on vehicle procurements and long-term fleet planning; in compliance with Authority’s goals and objectives.
• Function as the pivotal point of contact for all project stakeholders, including internal departments, external vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage project execution by defining scope, managing schedules and budgets, allocating resources, and mitigating risks.
• Evaluate proposals from bidders and manufacturers to ensure they meet all project and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate routine project updates on scope, schedule, and budget to all relevant stakeholders.
• Support Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by following safety and security policies, considering safety in every action and reporting safety and security concerns. 
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.
   

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in