Civil Manager (CM) - Port Elizabeth Upgrade Project NJ USA

Civil Manager (CM) - Port Elizabeth Upgrade Project NJ USA

Opportunity

APM Terminals

As part of the Elizabeth Upgrade project the full electrical system of the existing container terminal will require to be overhauled and partially rebuilt. As the scope of the project includes the decarbonization of the facility the demand on the electrical infrastructure will significantly increase and the new setup needs to cate for this.

The objective of this position is to drive managing, directing and controlling the delivery of the civil contract packages. This includes marine and civil infrastructure, utilities, and buildings.

The overall scope of this project entails the design, civil works (marine and yard facilities), interfaces with equipment deliveries (STSs, RTGs and other equipment), associated IT components, integration with the local running Port Elizabeth business and support of the operational startup.

About APM Terminals

A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people.

As part of A.P. Moller-Maersk, APM Terminals has been lifting standards for developing and operating advanced ports and container terminals for over half a century (as an independent division since January 2001). Now, with 60 strategically located ports and container terminals around the globe and several more in development APM Terminals is lifting the standard of efficiency, responsibility, connectivity, proactivity in our industry.

For more than a century, A.P. Moller-Maersk has had close ties with the Port of New York and New Jersey. Maersk made its first vessel call in New York in 1915 and opened its first international office in Manhattan shortly after. In 1928, Maersk Line started, and soon the piers in Brooklyn became home. By 1975, it had established the first dedicated container terminal at Pier 51 through the work with the Port of New York and New Jersey.

APM Terminals Elizabeth currently handles over 25% of the annual container throughput in the port complex, supported by more than 1,100 members of the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA).

The Port Elizabeth Upgrade Project

APM Terminals and the Port of New York and New Jersey recently reached an agreement on the lease extension for APM Terminals Elizabeth though 2062. This extension paves the way for major infrastructure investments which will enhance capacity and transport velocity, create jobs and strengthen the economy.

APM Terminals will invest significantly in Port Elizabeth over the coming years to enhance cargo-handling capacity at its 345-acre terminal. APM Terminals has also committed to the replacement and maintenance of all wharf and berth structures. This investment supports the Port Authority's Port Master Plan 2050, which anticipates cargo volumes doubling or tripling by mid-century.

Looking to the future, APM Terminals Elizabeth envisions a larger, more efficient container terminal. Planned upgrades include the optimization of the terminal layout, electrification of container handling equipment, and future-proofing container berths.

Role Overview :

As part of the Elizabeth Upgrade project the full electrical system of the existing container terminal will require to be overhauled and partially rebuilt. As the scope of the project includes the decarbonization of the facility the demand on the electrical infrastructure will significantly increase and the new setup needs to cate for this.

The objective of this position is to drive managing, directing and controlling the delivery of the civil contract packages. This includes marine and civil infrastructure, utilities, and buildings.

The overall scope of this project entails the design, civil works (marine and yard facilities), interfaces with equipment deliveries (STSs, RTGs and other equipment), associated IT components, integration with the local running Port Elizabeth business and support of the operational startup.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities :

Support the Head of Asset Delivery, drive and lead the civil construction - execution and delivery of all the marine, civil, utilities and building assets in the project - in line with the project's scope, timeline, quality, budget and objectives. Deliver the electrical scope as per the approved Port Elizabeth Modernization project Scope Document.

Work with APM Terminals Global Engineering standards

Ensure alignment of procurement and specifications with legal, union and EPA grant requirements

Engage in close cooperation with the project team to understand and manage critical dependencies affecting construction.

Drive the design of the civil works, through design consultants and in line with APM Terminals and legal standards

Support the procurement of the various execution contracts

Maintain awareness of civil requirements, risks and changes. Report progress and liaise as necessary.

Maintain awareness of civil requirements, risks and changes. Report progress and liaise as necessary.

Monitor both the program and cost of civil works through direct contact with PMC, and provide advance warning of likely delays and variations, recommending mitigating actions.

Drive the PMC and Contractor should unforeseen problems arise.

Engage in close cooperation with the project team to understand and manage critical dependencies affecting construction or equipment delivery.

Review and comment as required on all related Method Statements and Risk Assessments providing input value based on previous experience.

Manage works supervision and control progress in a transparent manner

Initiate and promote technical improvements as it relates to civil and installations in the terminals and its use.

Transfer engineering competencies and expertise to business.

Review and improve civil designs and specifications and ensure highest quality

Ensure that commissioning, safety and compliance are addressed early in the project

Construction Controls and Governance

Implement APMT project controls / project procedures to manage the project construction package in a forward-looking manner.

Track progress against the approved baseline and, where appropriate, ensure issues are pro-actively addressed, resolved and / or escalated and reported.

Analyze schedules, assess delays and report on (possible) mitigative or corrective measures.

Assess changes and their impacts and manage them in line with company procedures.

Monitor and assess opportunities, risks, and subsequent mitigation strategies, and track such risks through input into the project risk register.

Be a sparring partner to all functional departments and challenge requirements for Technical / Engineering set-up to ensure we implement the most up-to-date solutions and end up with fit for purpose.

Issue regular written business status and operating measurements reports to respective stakeholders :

Proactively disseminates support status information to all stakeholders.

Reconciles conflicts within and between staff regarding resources, deadlines, and standards.

preparing implementation and integration plans for the construction related projects, inclusive of budget and detailed time schedules meeting the overall implementation targets.

Coordinate civil construction activities including :

Defining technical specifications.

Driving vendors, contractors and subcontractors progress to fit expected deadlines.

commissioning

Integration testing

Super User (Maintenance) Training

HSSE

Actively promote HSSE and assume a visible leadership role on the project site with accountability of the equipment HSSE setup

Support that all staff maintain full awareness of safety as a priority.

Monitor compliance by all designers and contractors to Port Elizabeth and APM Terminals' safety standards and policies in cooperation with the project HSSE manager.

Stakeholders and Reports

Direct reporting : Head of Asset Delivery

Functional reporting : Global Asset Design and Engineering - Senior Civil Manager

Direct reports : the role has no direct reports

Geographical scope : Elizabeth Terminal, New Jersey, USA

Interfaces

Actively manage and direct vendors and related (quality control) consultants

Work with the Port Elizabeth Operations, Asset Maintenance, Project Development and IT teams to manage interfaces and progress.

Liaise with the Asset Engineering department at the APM Terminals head office to ensure consistency with APM Terminals' standards.

Provide feedback to the Project Execution team on any lessons learnt or areas of improvement in the standards.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience :

Have a strong understanding of marine design and construction, built on a solid foundation of technical engineering skills.

Team player, capable of motivating peers and reports in order to achieve overall project success.

Driven, self-motivating, result orientated.

High discipline - following through on actions and ensuring necessary documentation.

High quality awareness and ability to work with constant care.

Sensitive to cultural diversity and experience in a multicultural environment, regarding colleagues, employees of designers and contractors, and other stakeholders.

Expertise within the container terminal field with traceable and successful hands-on new civil delivery management record.

In-depth management knowledge and ability to interact with stakeholders across several lines, levels in business units and group support functions.

Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.

Good understanding of project management, change management, and escalation processes that create a highly responsive project organization.

Fluent in MS office

Education

• University degree (BSC / MSC) in Engineering, preferred civil engineering

Disclaimer

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Company Benefits : Medical

Dental

Vision

401k + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)

And more!

Pay Range : $156,000 - $196,000

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United States Of America, Elizabeth

USA, New Jersey, Elizabeth, 07207

Full time

Day Shift (United States of America)

Created : 2025-08-13

Contract Type : Standard

Job Flexibility : Site Based

Additional info

Ref.R153742