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Manager, Venue Transport, FIFA World Cup 2026 - Kansas City, MO

Full time Leadership & Management Logistics

Job Description

Reporting organizationally to the Regional Manager, Venue Transport, the Manager, Venue Transport will be a key member of the FIFA26 Transport team, and work in close collaboration with the FIFA26 Operational Services team. The Manager, Venue Transport  is responsible for the conceptual and operational planning as well as overseeing all Transportation Operations rendered to FIFA Constituents at the official FIFA World Cup 2026 stadiums.  This position is also responsible for building, training and motivating the venue operations team of paid staff, contractors and volunteers, during the FCWC 2025 & FWC 2026 project. The successful candidate is expected to be a self-starter and multitasker who works well under pressure and follows through on tasks. 

THE POSITION

The main responsibilities and oversights of the Manager, Venue Transport for the FIFA Club World Cup 25 & FIFA World Cup 26™ include:  

• Responsible for cost effective and efficient venue transport operations
• Perform traffic analysis to ensure proposed plans are tested 
• Coordinate with key stakeholders and Transport Integration team to obtain appropriate agreements and approvals 
• Coordinate with all FIFA26 Constituent Groups and transport systems to ensure plans are developed to fit within overall transport proposals
• Work closely with Host City teams to coordinate FIFA Constituent Group transport provisions and access to/from stadium and venues
• Work closely with the Security to ensure transport plans are coordinated with the security provisions 
• Prepare risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies 
• Liaise extensively with bus operations staff and fleet operations staff to ensure a successful transportation operation 
• Work with chosen suppliers/contractors within the various parking/traffic management/load zone locations
• Work closely with Host City and contribute to the development of Local Area Traffic Management Plans
• Work closely with the Security to ensure transport plans are coordinated with the security provisions 
• Management of transport information desks and supervising all volunteer and staff needs on site 
• Responsible for management of VAPP boards and transport load zones at each venue
• Responsible for placement, control and storage of transport related FF&E

YOUR PROFILE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Transport, Civil Engineering, Project management, Event Management, Major Sport events or a combination of education and experience relating to position. 
• Master’s Degree is an additional asset 
• Minimum of 5 years Transport work experience: ideally within the football, sport, event or Three (3) years of experience as a Venue Transport Manager, or three (3) years equivalent management position. 
• Experience in interviewing employees regarding accidents, complaints, grievances, and disciplinary actions. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. 
• Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from support staff, managers, and clients. The individual must be motivated, capable of working independently, with excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Venue, sites and facilities operation experience within at least one mega project event, ideally more than one world class sport event (e.g. FIFA World Cup and / or Olympic Games, Regional Football Tournaments, etc.). 
• Experience working with public and private sector partners in a collaborative environment and ability to build strong partnerships. 
• Basic knowledge of transit operations involved in moving FIFA Constituents by vehicles, including city layout 
• Intermediate knowledge of administration and management principles 
• Fluent in English. Spanish and/or French proficiency is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio & Project) and planning software and online collaboration tools

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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