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The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey · 1 day ago

Program Manager

New York, New York

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$116K/yr - $186K/yr

5+ years exp

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey is seeking a Program Manager for Technology and Special Projects within their Tunnels, Bridges and Terminals Department. The role involves providing leadership to project managers, overseeing program delivery for technology-related projects, and managing the Capital Plan and Agency Major Maintenance Program.

Government Administration

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Problem solving to deliver a high-visibility, multi-facility program that includes projects with complex budgets, dynamic schedules, unique procurement methods, and that involve maintaining or improving facility operations via new technology

Overseeing all aspects of program delivery for the Technology and Special Projects portfolio; including developing scope, schedule, and budget; analyzing project risk; developing procurement strategies; project planning; project reporting; process improvements to reduce cost and/or delivery time; and prioritizing projects based on limited resources

Leading, developing, and motivating assigned project managers and senior project managers, and balancing workload among staff

Supervising the preparation of high-quality authorization documents and presentations for project-related Board items, the Capital Planning Oversight Committee (CPOC), and agency executive management

Coordinating within TB&T with project stakeholders in facility management, asset management, and other departmental units; and collaborating across departments with project stakeholders in Engineering, OSEC, ODEI, Government & Community Affairs, Media Relations, Law, Sustainability, Technology, Security, and Operations Services

Qualification

Engineering DesignConstruction ManagementProject ManagementCapital PlanningRisk AssessmentPMP CertificationLeadershipCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingNegotiation SkillsDecision Making

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline from an accredited college or university

A minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in complex transportation related infrastructure projects and program management, with three years of direct or indirect supervisory experience in design, procurement and construction

Applicants must meet all performance and attendance standards and have completed all probationary periods

Preferred

Demonstrated experience in project management, engineering design, architecture, and/or construction fields, including establishment of project plans, setting priorities, and incorporating facility operations and security requirements into project plans

Proven ability to manage projects of significant complexity and risk and effectively utilize limited available resources to achieve complex goals

Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, methods, and tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, estimating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and/or reviewing costs, work, and contractor performance

Demonstrated analysis of problem solving, negotiating and conflict resolution skills

Demonstrated decision-making skills and the ability to influence diverse work groups

Substantive knowledge of Port Authority policies and procedures related to project management systems, administration, the capital authorization and agenda review processes and document control

Demonstrated knowledge of capital planning and risk assessment, cost-benefit and life cycle cost analyses, project planning and development, and risk management protocols

Proven ability to develop program and project strategies to achieve business goals and to understand their impact on various stakeholder within and outside the Port Authority

Recognized leadership qualities in the guidance of Staff Departments' efforts to deliver program and project objectives

Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills

Possess a valid Driver's license

Professional Engineer or Registered Architect license in New York or New Jersey is desired

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired

Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

Company

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

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If you have ever flown out of JFK, biked across the George Washington Bridge, or captured that perfect picture of the World Trade Center, then you have witnessed just some of what the Port Authority of NY & NJ does.

Founded in 1921

5001-10000 employees