Senior Transit Operations & Project Leader

MV Transportation, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

MV Transportation, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead a proposed business unit at an Irvine location. The role delivers leadership, guidance, and direction to ensure annual business plan execution and compliant operations under the client’s contract.

You will manage a multi-disciplinary team, coordinate with the client, oversee safety and compliance programs, and drive performance across operations, maintenance, and labor relations to secure service excellence.

Qualifications

• Eight years of progressively responsible management experience in public transportation operations or related field.
• Three years of management overseeing ADA complementary paratransit service of similar size and complexity.
• Knowledge of ADA complementary paratransit requirements, FTA regulations, and demand-response management.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer relations and outreach programs.
• Identify, train, and mentor location staff.
• Communicate with location staff and support teams regularly.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance and fleet availability.
• Ensure safety and training programs meet requirements.
• Maintain client contact to exceed expectations.
• Conduct departmental audits and review key metrics.
• Manage location financials and action plans to meet targets.
• Implement company policies and procedures.
• Support contract renewals with leadership insight.
• Create and present annual budgets for locations.
• Maintain knowledge of ADA, FTA, and applicable policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

MS Office

Education

College degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

MV Transportation, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead a proposed business unit at an Irvine location. The role delivers leadership, guidance, and direction to ensure annual business plan execution and compliant operations under the client’s contract.

You will manage a multi-disciplinary team, coordinate with the client, oversee safety and compliance programs, and drive performance across operations, maintenance, and labor relations to secure service excellence.