Performance Project Manager

Location: Fox Valley
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

About the Role: Serves as an integral member of the Operational Performance Team responsible for managing contract compliance and financial performance in our Operations locations. Reports to and supports the Senior Director of Operational Performance Management by managing activities and project status tracking associated with assigned performance team projects. This includes creating and maintaining project action plans for start-ups, shutdowns, and performance review meetings at individual locations as assigned. This also includes organizational and administrative activities such as travel booking, procurement, and interdepartmental communication and coordination efforts. This individual is responsible for acting as the cross-functional project manager formultiple simultaneous small and medium size location projects assigned projects. In addition, this individual is responsible for any activity associated with the improvement of operational performance. Responsibilities: Leads and assists in activities necessary for achieving performance and profitability targets. Manages multiple assigned projects with direction and acts as the project manager to a cross-functional team. Create, manage, and/or maintain the Project Plans of assigned projects including the schedule, budget, duties of team members, identifying project goals and timelines. Integrates and supports Lean implementation in process development. Produces, implements, and manages processes designed to improve overall performance. On-site support to operating locations to drive operational improvements impacting performance in areas of contract compliance, service delivery and financial performance. Provides analysis of local procedures and practices and creates action plans for addressing operational deficiencies and Standard Operating Procedures. Oversees individual location startups and shutdowns acting as a resource for guidance to a cross-functional team and the responsible party meeting our contractual and financial targets in these business activities. Coordinates various levels of training to location management and staff on best practices and localized tools. Performs other duties and activities as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience. Build trust in the field with local staff through integrity, respect, and effective communication. Possess strong organizational, presentation, and communication skills (both oral and written). Ability to work independently, efficiently, and accurately with little direct supervision. Aptitude to think creatively and strategically to anticipate changing requirements and serve as a change agent within the organization. Detail oriented, with excellent follow-up skills. Capability to solve problems in a practical and pragmatic manner. Ability to manage a project, set deadlines, establish KPI’s and goals. Ability to handle competing priorities with and to identify urgent and critical priorities for the business. Skills and Knowledge (Preferred): 3 to 7 years project management experience 1 to 3 years transportation experience, focusing on field operations Knowledge of basic Transit related software including but not limited to; TMS, GBM, or Trapeze Blockbuster and Trapeze para-cutter, a plus; Cubic, Avail, GPS, Transtrack, GFI, Navtrak, Clever Devices, and Google Earth, etc. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, preferably with Excel, including import and export functions. Knowledge of financial literacy concepts in a business setting including budgeting, P&L management, forecasting, and variance analysis. Travel Requirement: Up to 40% Work Hours Requirement: Generally, 8am to 5pm on Weekdays, but non-standard work hours and weekends expected as necessary to support the activities of the business. Job Category: Management & Above The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request. Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. 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. Drug-free workplace If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check. About Transdev Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles. Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good.

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