Senior Project Manager, Capital & Planning, Port

Port Authority of NY & NJ•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Port Department is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join its Capital & Infrastructure Planning Unit. Reporting to the Manager, Port Infrastructure Planning, the successful candidate will lead individual planning efforts that support the Port Department’s infrastructure needs. This includes advancing follow-on studies and analysis identified in the Port Master Plan 2050, and supporting evaluation of future road, rail, waterway, and utility infrastructure needs at Port facilities to meet projected cargo and passenger volumes. The role also supports New York New Jersey Rail (NYNJR), oversees the Port Department Call-In Contract process, manages select contracts and consultant work, and develops scopes and budgets. The position involves reviewing technical deliverables, conducting field work and site visits at facilities in New York and New Jersey, and coordinating with stakeholders inside and outside the Department and Agency. Regional transportation studies, interagency workgroups, steering committees, and occasional evening meetings may also be part of the work. The Port Authority permits remote work up to one day per week; regular in-office or team collaboration days may be required based on business needs. Candidates selected for the position must pass a Federal Security Background Check and obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) for work in a maritime environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in transportation/logistics, urban planning, business, public administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
At least 7 years of experience in a governmental or private business setting in port/maritime, transportation/logistics, railroad operations, land use planning, or another related field.
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while meeting project milestones and deadlines.
Must pass a Federal Security Background Check and obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) to work in a maritime environment, as required by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in transportation/logistics, urban planning, business, public administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Demonstrated experience organizing and managing complex planning projects with diverse stakeholders holding divergent interests.
Knowledge of Port Authority authorization, project management, and procurement procedures.
Experience managing agreements or contracts.
Experience working with community stakeholders and engaging with the local community.
Knowledge of marine terminal and/or railroad development, operations, leasing/contracts, tariffs, and maintenance.
Knowledge of Federal and/or State Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) processes.
Knowledge of operational planning, project planning and development, marine and freight rail planning, and intermodal concepts.
Knowledge of the supply chain and goods movement trade.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team to achieve goals and objectives.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentations and public speaking to diverse groups, including members of the public and executive leadership.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and cloud resources.
Experience with GIS and geospatial analysis.

Responsibilities

Lead individual planning efforts under the direction of the Manager, Port Infrastructure Planning, including scoping, finalizing, and managing procurement and execution of follow-on studies or analysis identified in the Port Master Plan 2050.
Support initiatives to evaluate and identify future road, rail, waterway, and utility infrastructure development needs of Port facilities.
Review and evaluate technical work products and consultant deliverables.
Conduct field work and site visits at Port facilities in New York and New Jersey.
Represent the Port Authority, as needed, in regional passenger or freight transportation studies, interagency workgroups, and regional steering committees, including occasional evening meetings.
Support the operation of New York New Jersey Rail (NYNJR) through assigned projects, including procurement of services, commercial and operating data analysis, and development of reports, budgets, and presentations.
Oversee the Port Department Call-In Contract process.
Develop scopes and budgets, and manage contracts and consultant work products.
Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders such as the US Army Corps of Engineers, Conrail, transportation agencies, tenants, and other entities.
Support the Infrastructure Planning Unit by managing select contracts, including the Board Authorization process, expense tracking, and invoice processing.
Provide other support to the Infrastructure Planning group and Capital and Infrastructure Planning Unit as needed.