Project Manager

Job Summary

The Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, and closeout of infrastructure build-out projects at a maritime distribution facility. This role is responsible for managing all phases of construction — from scheduling and budgeting through subcontractor coordination, safety compliance, and stakeholder reporting — to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing complex construction or infrastructure projects, ideally within a port, marine terminal, or industrial/logistics environment, and is comfortable working closely with terminal operations, engineering staff, and corporate leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Oversee and coordinate the efforts of subcontractors, vendors, and other project team members
• Conduct regular meetings with corporate and terminal leadership to provide project updates and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with all building codes, safety regulations, environmental standards, and applicable federal and state rules and regulations.
• Prepare and submit project progress and financial reports to funding agencies (e.g., MARAD, EPA), as applicable.
• Track project performance against defined metrics and budget, and adjust plans as needed to achieve project goals.
• Set project milestones to ensure work can be monitored and completed according to the schedule.
• Prepare work schedules and manage workforce and vendors to meet deadlines.
• Prepare cost estimates and develop project budgets.
• Monitor expenditures and ensure the project stays within the allocated budget.
• Manage procurement of materials and resources to avoid delays and cost overruns.
• Track and submit project costs to applicable funding agencies for reimbursement, as applicable.
• Manage subcontractors, ensuring that they adhere to the project’s timeline, budget, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with engineering staff and terminal operators on the implementation of related projects.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor progress and quality.
• Enforce safety protocols to reduce workplace accidents and ensure a safe working environment for all personnel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communication.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, permits, and change orders.
• Address leadership and stakeholder concerns and ensure their requirements are met.
• Continuously identify potential project risks and devise strategies to mitigate them.
• Resolve conflicts or issues that arise during construction, minimizing impact on the project timeline.
• Facilitate solutions for unforeseen challenges and delays.
• Provide regular progress reports to senior management, stakeholders, or clients.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of subcontractors and team members.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, labor, procurement, and civil rights regulations (e.g., NEPA, Davis-Bacon Act, Buy America provisions).
• Prepare project policies and procedures documentation to ensure high-quality project controls.
• Maintain detailed records of project activities and expenditures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in construction project management, with heavy civil, industrial, marine, or port/terminal infrastructure experience strongly preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification required (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Demonstrated experience managing federally or state-funded infrastructure projects preferred (e.g., MARAD, EPA, or other grant-funded programs).
• Prior experience working within an active marine terminal or industrial distribution facility is a plus.
• Working knowledge of building codes, environmental standards, and applicable federal and state construction regulations.
• Familiarity with federal compliance requirements such as NEPA, the Davis-Bacon Act, Buy America provisions, and civil rights/labor regulations.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and vendor/subcontractor management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clearly to corporate leadership, terminal operators, and outside agencies.
• Effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.