Senior Manager, Fleet Operations

Groundwork USA

Senior Manager overseeing fleet operations for North America at Groundworks. Managing day-to-day operations of fleet, ensuring compliance and performance across multiple locations.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeVirginia Beach • Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fleet management, including DOT compliance and vendor management, while driving operational performance through data-driven decision-making and process improvement. Capable of leading teams in a multi-location environment to ensure service delivery and regulatory adherence.

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Fleet Management ExperienceDOT Compliance ExpertiseVendor ManagementPeople LeadershipAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Fleet Operations ManagementRegulatory ComplianceProcess ImprovementKPI MonitoringData Analysis

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipService OrientationAccountabilityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Fleet Management SystemsTelematics

Industry Keywords

Driver QualificationMulti-Location EnvironmentOperational PerformanceAsset ReadinessAudit-Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own day-to-day fleet operations across all locations, including maintenance, licensing, registration, and asset readiness
Ensure consistent execution of fleet processes and standards across a distributed branch network
Drive operational performance aligned to defined KPIs, including vehicle uptime and registration compliance
Establish process discipline and standard workflows to improve consistency and reduce variability across locations
Oversee DOT compliance, driver qualification requirements, and regulatory adherence across all jurisdictions
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and audit-readiness of fleet documentation and records
Identify and mitigate operational and compliance risks through proactive monitoring and process improvement
Manage day-to-day execution and accountability of fleet vendors, service providers, and fleet management agencies
Drive resolution of escalations, ensuring timely follow-through and consistent service delivery
Monitor vendor performance and enforce service expectations across maintenance, licensing, and related services
Directly manage Fleet Coordinators, including workload prioritization, performance management, and development
Build team capability to support increasing operational complexity, including expansion into DOT compliance and driver qualification support
Foster a process-driven, accountable, and service-oriented team environment
Standardize and improve fleet workflows to reduce manual processes and increase efficiency
Leverage fleet systems, telematics, and data to improve operational visibility and decision-making
Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement
Serve as primary escalation point for branch-level fleet issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution
Partner closely with branch leadership and Safety to support operational needs and ensure compliance alignment
Act as a key liaison between field operations, corporate teams, and external partners.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–8 years of fleet management experience in a multi-location environment
Experience managing fleets of 2,000+ assets across multiple geographies
Demonstrated expertise in DOT compliance, driver qualifications, and regulatory requirements
Experience working with large fleet management providers (e.g., Element, Enterprise, Holman)
Strong vendor management experience with the ability to drive accountability and performance
Proven people leadership experience, including managing and developing direct reports
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Ability to operate effectively in a field-facing, service-oriented role supporting distributed teams
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
Employee Company Ownership Opportunities
Industry Leading Training Programs
Leadership Development and Career Growth Tracks
Comprehensive and Affordable Benefits Package
Top Workplace with Award Winning Culture