What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Motive Workforce?
We are supporting a client operating in a regulated port environment that is deploying a zero-emission marine vessel program and associated electrical and charging infrastructure.
This Project Manager will lead execution across vessel deployment, shore power readiness, regulatory alignment, and emissions credit compliance. The role requires hands-on experience navigating CARB-aligned programs and understanding how credits and regulatory requirements affect project delivery.
Core Responsibilities:
Program Execution
- Own end-to-end delivery for zero-emission vessel deployment and supporting infrastructure
- Manage timelines, milestones, dependencies, and risks across engineering, construction, and operations
- Drive follow-up and accountability across internal teams and external partners
- Translate regulatory and infrastructure constraints into executable project plans
Port and Regulatory Coordination
- Serve as the primary project interface with port authorities and local agencies
- Support permitting, approvals, and compliance tracking in port environments
- Align execution plans with port governance and review cycles
- Prepare materials and briefings for executive and agency-facing meetings
CARB, AQMD, and Credit Alignment
- Work directly with CARB- and AQMD-related programs affecting emissions and infrastructure
- Track emissions credits, compliance milestones, and reporting requirements
- Translate credit structures into operational tasks and schedules
- Coordinate documentation and data needed to maintain credit eligibility
- Identify risks that could jeopardize compliance or incentives and escalate early
Energy Infrastructure Coordination
- Act as the execution lead with electrical and charging infrastructure partners
- Align shore power design, construction, commissioning, and vessel delivery
- Resolve disconnects between engineering, construction, operations, and compliance
Stakeholder Management
- Serve as the organizing hub across partners, vendors, agencies, and leadership
- Maintain clear ownership, communication, and expectations
- Prevent execution breakdowns through proactive issue management
What Success Looks Like:
- Vessel deployment and infrastructure timelines remain aligned
- CARB and AQMD requirements are met without last-minute remediation
- Credits and incentives remain viable through disciplined execution
- Leadership has accurate, real-time visibility into progress and risk
- External partners experience organized, credible project management
Required Experience:
- 5 years managing complex infrastructure, energy, or transportation programs
- Direct experience working with CARB-aligned programs or emissions compliance frameworks
- Working knowledge of emissions credits, incentives, or compliance-driven delivery models
- Experience operating in regulated or port-adjacent environments
- Strong execution discipline, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Experience:
- Zero-emission transportation, port electrification, or industrial decarbonization projects
- Experience coordinating with utilities, energy infrastructure partners, and agencies
- Familiarity with shore power, LCFS-style credits, or emissions reporting frameworks
Salary : $150,000 - $180,000