Transportation Operations General Manager

MV Transportation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MV Transportation is seeking a General Manager to provide leadership and direction for the Philadelphia location, overseeing daily operations of our transportation contract and ensuring delivery of annual business plans.

The role emphasizes strong client relations, staff development, safety, regulatory compliance, and financial performance. A Bachelor's in a related field and proven management experience in transit are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in transportation management, business administration, public administration, logistics, or a related field.
• Several years of progressive management experience in public transit or campus/large-scale operations.
• Proven leadership in scheduling, dispatching, and fleet management technologies.
• Knowledge of FTA, ADA, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and labor regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operation of transportation contracts and ensure delivery of annual business plans.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance, safety, training, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure financial metrics are met and present location budgets.
• Lead staff recruitment, training, and mentoring; maintain client relations.
• Coordinate with university stakeholders and contractor staff for renewals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Staff mentoring

Budgeting

Operations management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in transportation management, business administration, public administration, logistics, or a related field

Tools

MS Office

Fleet management systems

Scheduling software

Job description

MV Transportation is seeking a General Manager to provide leadership and direction for the Philadelphia location, overseeing daily operations of our transportation contract and ensuring delivery of annual business plans.

The role emphasizes strong client relations, staff development, safety, regulatory compliance, and financial performance. A Bachelor's in a related field and proven management experience in transit are required.