Senior Manager, Bus Systems

The role

The Senior Manager, Bus Systems plans, executes, and manages Games-time bus services for Olympic and Paralympic Games stakeholders. This role oversees the design and implementation of transport networks including route planning, depot operations, and service schedules.

What you will do

• Lead development of end-to-end service delivery strategies for stakeholder transport systems
• Oversee design and optimization of route networks, stop hierarchies, and depot strategies
• Ensure system integration with rail, overlay transport, and accessibility services
• Lead operational readiness programs including simulations, test events, and venue validation
• Develop and implement contingency and disruption management frameworks
• Serve as lead for a designated stakeholder-specific bus operation during Games-time
• Manage real-time service delivery and resource reallocation
• Track and analyze key performance metrics like on-time performance and load factors
• Act as primary interface between Transport and key stakeholder groups
• Oversee implementation of operational systems including GPS/AVL tracking and dispatch tools

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field
• 7+ years of relevant experience in transportation operations or event logistics
• Strong background in transportation planning and operations
• Experience in service design, bus/fleet management, and live operations
• Demonstrated ability in leadership and people management
• Ability to work across office settings and on-site operational environments
• Willingness to work flexible and extended hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to travel between multiple locations
• Capacity to alternate between desk-based monitoring and active on-site coordination
• Comfortable working in outdoor settings, varying weather, elevated noise levels, and large crowds

Nice to have

• Experience in large-scale, complex, or multi-stakeholder environments

About the company

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.