Commercial Project Manager, Fleet Electrification

Van Pool Transportation LLC

Commercial Responsibilities:

• Lead the effort to bring electric vehicles to our customers through educating and partnering with them to make electric vehicle deployments feasible

• Conduct market research to identify potential customers interested in adopting electric buses, focusing on school districts, transportation authorities, and relevant stakeholders

• Collaborate with internal teams to customize solutions, prepare proposals, and address technical and operational concerns of existing and potential customers

• Manage contract negotiations and facilitate the successful execution of agreements

• Develop and implement effective strategies to promote the benefits of electric school buses and secure new funding opportunities

Grant Management:

• Work with external providers and help prepare and submit grant applications, ensuring compliance with all requirements and deadlines

• Oversee grant compliance for active projects

• Coordinate with internal teams to gather necessary information for grant applications, including technical specifications, project timelines, and budget details

• Monitor the progress of grant applications and provide updates to stakeholders

• Stay abreast of federal, state, and local grant opportunities related to fleet electrification

Project Management:

• Work closely with many of Beacon's functional teams (including sales, marketing, engineering, and finance) and external entities to ensure a coordinated and cohesive approach to electrification projects from funding to execution

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communication plan to keep all internal and external stakeholders informed of the project status, issues and resolution plan

• Identify key messages and ensure consistent communication across all departments and furnish a method for keeping project members and leaders accountable

Relationship Building:

• Create and enable buy-in from stakeholders through constant communication and transparency

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, influencers, and stakeholders in the education and transportation sectors inside and outside of Beacon

• Act as a liaison between customers, external providers and internal teams, ensuring seamless communication and understanding of project requirements

Technical Knowledge:

• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of electric vehicle technology, charging infrastructure, and related products and services

• Effectively communicate technical information to customers, addressing their concerns and ensuring a clear understanding of the benefits of electrification

Advocacy and Outreach:

• Support industry events, conferences, and workshops to promote electric fleet adoption and grant opportunities

• Collaborate with industry associations and advocacy groups to further support the growth of electrified transportation