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Manager, Transport Project Management, FIFA World Cup 2026

Full time Leadership & Management

Job Description

The Manager, Transport Project Management will oversee and be accountable for the comprehensive planning, execution, and delivery of various transport-related projects within the FIFA World Cup 2026 framework. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Transport Project Management, this role will lead the coordination of multiple sub-projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction. The Manager will play a pivotal role in managing cross-functional teams, aligning project goals with FIFA’s transport strategy, and delivering world-class transport solutions.

This role requires extensive collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, public authorities, and volunteer groups. The Manager is responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of all transportation-related elements during the event, from workforce accreditation to operational planning for the Transport Operations Center, and for ensuring robust documentation for knowledge transfer and legacy planning.

This position will oversee one direct report - Supervisor, Transport Project Management & Administration.

THE POSITION

The main responsibilities and oversights of the Manager, Transport Project Management for the FIFA World Cup 26™ include: 

Project Leadership & Execution:
  • Assist the Senior Manager in leading the end-to-end project management for transport-related initiatives, from initial planning through final execution.
  • Develop and manage transportation plans, resource allocations, budgets, timelines, and reporting systems to ensure project goals are achieved.
  • Oversee the implementation of transport plans, ensuring they meet FIFA’s operational standards and event requirements.
Stakeholder Management:
  • Support the Senior Manager in managing relationships with internal (cross-functional teams, senior leadership) and external (suppliers, public authorities, volunteers) stakeholders.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for stakeholders, fostering collaboration to ensure successful execution of transport solutions.
  • Facilitate cross-departmental coordination to streamline communication and issue resolution.
Budget & Resource Management:
  • Prepare and manage detailed budgets, including forecasting, monitoring expenditures, and aligning financial objectives with organizational goals.
  • Analyze and anticipate future project costs and provide strategic recommendations to the Senior Manager for optimizing resources and minimizing cost overruns.
Policy Development & Compliance:
  • Assist in the development and implementation of transport policies, ensuring compliance with FIFA guidelines and relevant legislation in the US, Canada, and Mexico.
  • Ensure all transport operations adhere to safety, legal, and environmental standards, mitigating risks and maintaining compliance throughout the event lifecycle.
Operations & Workforce Management:
  • Lead the workforce accreditation process, including supplier management, to ensure qualified personnel are deployed effectively.
  • Oversee the planning and management of the Transport Operations Center, ensuring operational efficiency during the event.
  • Coordinate the engagement and deployment of volunteers, ensuring they are aligned with overall transport strategies and operational goals.
Risk Management & Problem-Solving:
  • Proactively identify potential risks in transport operations, developing contingency plans to address potential issues.
  • Resolve operational challenges swiftly, minimizing disruption to transport services and ensuring continuity during event periods.
SharePoint, Transfer of Knowledge, and Legacy Documentation:
  • Manage the TPT and SharePoint pages, ensuring they are consistently updated and organized with relevant documentation and resources.
  • Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and knowledge transfer documents to capture best practices and lessons learned for future events.
  • Maintain a well-organized library of operating plans and key documentation for easy access and future reference, ensuring legacy planning is supported.
Team Leadership & Training:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop transport project staff to ensure they are well-prepared to meet project demands.
  • Organize and oversee staff training sessions, ensuring all team members are aligned with FIFA standards and operational goals.
  • Assist in overseeing the Supervisor, Administration, ensuring efficient day-to-day management of office operations, including office supplies, staff schedules, meeting organization, and compliance with office procedures. Ensure the department’s administrative functions, including record keeping, correspondence, and overall efficiency, are consistently maintained.
Procurement & Contract Management Support:
  • Work closely with the Transport Procurement and Contracts Manager on procurement and contract management for transport-related services, including arrivals/departures, ensuring that documentation and procurement processes are followed according to FIFA’s standards.
  • Provide support for transport-related contract negotiations, ensuring cost-effectiveness and service quality.

YOUR PROFILE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Sports Administration, Project Management or Event Management, Major Sport events or a combination of education and experience relating to position.
• Posses a valid driving license and passport.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in project management, transport planning, or event planning, ideally within football, sports, or major international events.
• Proven ability to manage at least one large-scale, high-profile project or event, such as the FIFA World Cup, Olympic Games, or regional football tournaments.
• Strong leadership experience managing cross-functional teams, with the ability to drive complex projects to completion within budget and timelines

• Technical Expertise:
  • Strong understanding of transport logistics, event transportation systems, and fleet management.
  • Proficiency in leveraging transport technologies such as GPS tracking, route optimization tools, and traffic management systems to ensure smooth operations during large-scale events.
  • Leadership and Team Development:
  • Proven ability to inspire, mentor, and develop team members, fostering a high-performing and cohesive environment.
  • Skilled in managing and motivating diverse, cross-functional teams in dynamic and high-pressure environments.
• Exceptional Communication:
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Adept at stakeholder communication and negotiation, ensuring alignment and successful collaboration with vendors, authorities, and senior leadership.
• Organizational Agility:
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple complex tasks, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in project planning, resource allocation, and financial management.
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving:
  • High-level critical thinking skills, with the ability to analyze complex challenges and develop effective, innovative solutions under pressure.
  • Proactive in identifying potential issues and implementing preventive measures to ensure seamless event operations.
• Project Management Proficiency:
  • Expertise in applying project management principles (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) to ensure successful delivery of complex, large-scale projects within scope, time, and budget constraints.
  • Strong understanding of risk management, budgeting, and resource allocation in project environments.
  • Cultural Competence and Emotional Intelligence:
  • Strong intercultural sensitivity and awareness, enabling effective communication and collaboration across global teams and stakeholders.
• Customer-Centric Mindset:
  • Focused on delivering exceptional service to all stakeholders, ensuring a positive transport experience for event participants and attendees.
  • Ability to adapt transport plans and operations to meet the evolving needs of customers and stakeholders.
• Strategic Decision-Making:
  • Skilled in making sound, strategic decisions quickly in high-stress situations, particularly during live event operations.
  • Ability to balance long-term planning with real-time decision-making to achieve project goals and respond to unforeseen challenges.
• High Adaptability and Flexibility:
  • Ability to thrive in rapidly changing environments, with flexibility to adapt strategies and operational plans to evolving event demands and conditions.
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous situations, while maintaining a calm and methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Fluent in English. Spanish proficiency is a plus
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and office management software such as SharePoint, We Track, and Monday.com.
• Experience in using data analytics and transport technology platforms to enhance decision-making and optimize operations.

About FWC2026

The FIFA World Cup 26™ will mark the first time that the tournament features 48 teams and will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

This new format redefines excellence, generating unique opportunities for greater participation and engagement from fans and players in North America and all over the world. Now is your time to be a game changer and join the workforce that is planning and delivering this unique and unforgettable experience.
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About FIFA

Founded in 1904, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is the umbrella organisation of its members, currently 211 national football associations. Its main objectives, enshrined in its statutes, are to develop football around the world, to stage international competitions and to protect the integrity of football (against match manipulation, doping etc.).

 

FIFA is a truly diverse, modern and multicultural organisation and its primary purpose is to promote football. Over 800 people from 50 nations – 40 per cent of which are women, including the Secretary General – covering a wide variety of professional profiles, work to fulfil that purpose. FIFA’s headquarters are based in Zurich, Switzerland. We have other offices in Zurich, as well as temporary offices around the world.

We are 'living football' – we are committed to the game, to the people, to the planet and to the future. It is what we do. It is why we are here.

Our culture is shaped by fair play, team spirit, diversity, sustainability, transparency and innovation. We live by these values. Regardless of race, religion, national origin, colour, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship – we support diversity; indeed, we consider it to be key to our success.

We are looking for talented and motivated team members who would embrace these values every day, with purpose, passion and pride, in order to make a positive impact on the world of football and beyond.

We offer a unique and exciting work environment with great opportunities for your personal and professional development.

 

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