General Manager, Major Event Operations

Highland Electric Fleets

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Full Time

Posted April 3, 2026

Electric Vehicles

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Job Description

The General Manager, Major Event Operations is responsible for leading the planning and execution of Highland Electric Fleets' transportation program for the LA28 Olympic Games, overseeing the deployment of 500 electric buses and coordinating with regional partners to ensure reliable, large-scale transportation support during the event.

Key Responsibilities

Lead planning and operational delivery for the LA28 Olympic Games transportation program.
Manage the end-to-end execution of deploying 500 electric buses in coordination with regional transportation partners.
Build and oversee systems, relationships, and standards governing external transportation partners.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and efficient transportation operations.
Adapt to rapid changes and ensure timely, reliable delivery in a complex, time-constrained environment.

Requirements

Experience leading planning and operational delivery for large-scale transportation programs, preferably involving electric buses or similar high-visibility projects.
Ability to lead the end-to-end execution of a transportation program deploying 500 electric buses in coordination with regional transportation partners.
Strong operational leadership skills with the ability to build and manage systems, relationships, and standards that govern external transportation partners.
Proven ability to adapt to rapid change and deliver reliably in a complex, time-constrained environment.
Excellent cross-functional coordination skills across different teams and stakeholders.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly within Southern California as required by the role.
Based in Los Angeles, CA, with the ability to operate effectively from this location.