Project Manager - Sustainable mobility, bike fleet

BIXI Montréal is a key player in sustainable mobility in the Montreal metropolitan area, with a network now including more than 10,000 bikes and 900 stations in seven cities. 

Our vision is to transform the urban experience through active, accessible, innovative, and collaborative mobility. Created in 2014 by the City of Montreal, BIXI Montréal is a non-profit organization that manages the bike-sharing system in the greater Montreal area. 

This is a permanent position with a full range of benefits.

As a Sustainable Mobility  Project Manager, you will play a central role in optimizing and ensuring the sustainability of our bike fleet.

Reporting to the Director of Technical Services, the you will be responsible to: 

• Set up, coordinate and supervise new teams dedicated to bicycle maintenance directly in the field, based in external repair workshops (Carrefour BIXI)

• Ensure the proper deployment and optimization of BIXI hubs, guaranteeing effective coverage of maintenance needs.

• Establish close collaboration with Cyclochrome , our main subcontractor, to improve the performance and quality of repairs.

• Structure and update maintenance plans for bicycles and new mobility products in the new ERP, integrating analytical data for proactive management.

• Develop a dashboard and tracking reports to analyze bicycle reliability, assess spare parts effectiveness and optimize maintenance processes.

• Propose and implement improvements to optimize the quality and durability of bicycles and other mobility products.

• Manage the life cycle of bicycles, by piloting the commissioning of new models and the dismantling of end-of-life bicycles.

• Carry out control tests on repairs carried out, to ensure high quality standards.

• Manage and coordinate innovative projects related to the improvement of our fleet and new equipment

• Manage and follow up on vandalism cases with the relevant institutions

• Carry out any other related tasks aimed at improving the overall performance of the BIXI service.

Desired profile 

To thrive in this role, you must: : 

• Be recognized as an expert in the cycling field and active mobility

• Be sensitive to customer experience

• Have good communication and training skills 

• Enjoy working on the road as much as in an office

• Enjoy working as a team, collaborative work is essential! 

• Be comfortable with change 

• Be autonomous and very organized 

• Have initiative, be autonomous and have a strong ability to solve problems.  

Education and experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design or other related training. 

• Project management training or equivalent experience. 

• Maintenance management 

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar position.

• Solid technical knowledge in the cycling field

• Bilingual (French and English). 

Job compensation and benefits  

• A positive and pleasant work environment focused on teamwork and collaboration

• 3 weeks of vacation and 5 days of personal leave per year

• RRSP with employer contribution up to 5%. 

• Medical/dental insurance with 60% of the premium paid by the employer

• Dynamic work environment motivated by the company's mission

• Reimbursement of accreditation to the Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec

• Work-life balance measures; 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP); 

• Reimbursement of tuition fees during employment; 

• Training and development service within the organization; 

Eco-responsible benefits 

• $1,200/year active transportation travel allowance

• $250 per year for physical activities.

• BIXI subscription with electric bikes included. Ride freely all year round!  

This strategic position offers you the opportunity to lead innovative projects, optimize operations and have a direct impact on the user experience and the sustainable development of mobility in Montreal.