Airport IT Project Manager
About The Position
Munich Airport New Jersey LLC (MANJ) is an US-based subsidiary of the German Airport Operator Munich Airport. MANJ is responsible for the operations, maintenance and concession management at the New Terminal A (NTA) at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The IT Project Manager will lead and coordinate a diverse portfolio of airport IT projects, ensuring delivery within defined scope, budget, and timelines. This role requires an understanding of airport operations, IT infrastructure, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader capable of managing cross-functional teams and third-party vendors in a dynamic airport environment. As a company we strive to continue the 5-star experience we are known for by delivering outstanding services to passengers and our partners. Enhancing traveler’s journeys by providing innovative and curated experiences. Airport IT Project Manager You will be part of an established IT team, assisting in organizing work across different skillsets & company departments. This role has opportunity to set in place new processes and procedures that will define how projects are successfully implemented within the IT department & the company.
Requirements
- 5+ years’ experience in a similar position in the IT or software industry.
- CAPM, PMP or comparable certification.
- Good knowledge of project management standards.
- Strong communication, collaboration and influencing skills to work at all levels of the organization.
- Very good knowledge and practical experience of the MS Office products (MS Word, MS Excel, MS, PowerPoint, MS Visio, and MS Project).
- Very good knowledge in English (spoken and written), interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent organization writing and presentation skills
- Project management and scheduling
- Budgeting and financial oversight
- IT infrastructure and systems integration
- Vendor and stakeholder management
- Risk analysis and mitigation
- Compliance with safety and security regulations
- Technical documentation and reporting
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Has a positive and energetic attitude with a hands-on mentality
- Ability to work without direct supervision, taking responsibility, and ownership
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage IT projects across terminal operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, facility and passenger systems. Ensure alignment with strategic goals and operational priorities.
- Ensure the implementation of consistent standards, common set of principles, practices, and templates for managing various IT projects.
- Collaborate with internal departments (Operations, Facilities, Security, Baggage, Passenger Services) and external partners to gather requirements for new requests for project evaluation.
- Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations. Track milestones and deliverables using project management tools.
- Provide regular updates to stakeholders. Prepare documentation, presentations, and post-project reviews to assess performance and lessons learned.
- Promote process optimization across operations.
- Support ITIL service delivery and change management protocols.
- Proactively communicate and collaborate with external and internal customers to analyze information needs and functional requirements and deliver the following artifacts as needed.
Benefits
- Be part of a team who believes in a positive, healthy work climate.
- Work in a SkyTrax certified 5 Star Airport Terminal.
- Attractive benefit package; Health, Vision, Dental, 401(k) Matching, LTD/STD, PTO.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
