Commercial Project Manager, Fleet Electrification

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Company: Beacon Mobility

Location: Maple Grove, MN 55311

Description:

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