Project IT Manager at A.P. Moller - Maersk

Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

200000.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, ICT Management, Logistics, Communication, Team Leadership, Safety Compliance, Risk Management, Quality Assurance, Technical Engineering, Vendor Management, Integration Testing, Budget Management, Change Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Cloud Technology, IoT, AI

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

APM Terminals Purpose: APM Terminals is undertaking a significant capital project at its Terminal in Elizabeth, NJ, USA. The goal of the project is to provide growth, electrify the existing container terminal business The objective of this position is to plan, set-up, lead, drive and be accountable for and in collaboration with the ICT vendors – the execution and delivery of IT, communications and modernization infrastructure, systems, processes and applications (i.e., hardware and software) as defined in the project scope and the integration of the whole into a working system ready for operational go-live. This includes planning and recruiting the ICT organization for the project as well as for the operation standing organization. Principal Accountabilities: Build the IT organization to assure project deliverables and business as usual work. Create an integrated project plan with milestones for tracking along with the other project work streams. Drive and lead the end-to-end planning, development, procurement, execution, deployment and delivery of all the physical ICT assets and systems (hardware, software and integrated systems) in the project – in line with the project’s scope, timeline, budget and objectives. Propose final project IT/OT set-up including equipment, systems, electrical instrumentation and control, and infrastructure), based on: 1) Shareholders’ global standards, 2) local business requirements, 3) local law and regulations, and 4) the approved project business case baseline. Manage all contractors, consultants, suppliers and other vendors related to build the ICT/modernization systems. Liaise with all relevant shareholders’ HQ functional departments and challenge requirements for ICT set-up ensuring the use of the most up-to-date and fit-for-purpose solutions. Liaise and engage closely with Project Head of Asset Delivery, Civil Package Manager, Equipment Package Manager, Electrical Engineer and other relevant peers and relevant shareholders’ HQ functions: 1) to understand critical dependencies and interfaces affecting the project, 2) to ensure functional requirements are met for successful integration testing and go-live, and 3) to ensure successful handover of ICT/modernization assets and systems to the terminal operations team at the end of the project. Within the defined scope, manage all changes to the ICT/modernization scope, schedule, budget and risks. Build, coach, develop, provide direction and leadership to the ICT/modernization delivery team. Promote APM Terminals and Maersk culture, build and maintain high engagement, be a role model of Maersk/APM terminals culture and leadership. Together with the Project Management Team, actively drive and promote safety culture, ensure all safety procedures are implemented and followed on. Further responsibilities: General: Act as primary point of contact and be responsible for the company in regard to the planning, design and technical/system interfaces, ICT works supervision and progress control, and its full requirements to operate (the execution and delivery of works is the ICT partners’ responsibility). Together with the Head of Asset Delivery, HR and shareholders’ HQ functions, build the ICT delivery team by recruiting high-skilled professionals. Lead and co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams and activities of others in the delivery of the ICT scope. Take responsibility for the integrated functioning of the ICT/modernization hardware and systems, ready for integration testing and go-live. Manage quality assurance, quality control, testing and commissioning. Maintain full awareness of project requirements, risks, changes, budget and schedule, report progress and liaise as necessary. Ensure that commissioning, safety and compliance are addressed early in the project and managed in accordance with the shareholders’ policies and standards. Oversee the interfaces, constructability, value engineering and peer review processes for the ICT works. Have strategies, mitigations and response plans for risks, re-assess project value if needed. Safety Integrate safety and corporate cyber security strategy into the design of the ICT/modernization assets and systems. Actively promote safety and assume a visible leadership role on the (construction) site. Drive that all staff, partners and contractors maintain full awareness of safety as a priority. Ensure compliance by all ICT/modernization vendors to the shareholders’ safety standards and policies in cooperation with the on-site HSSE manager. Project controls & governance Together with the Project Controls team, implement the shareholders’ project controls and project procedures to manage the project ICT/modernization in a forward-looking manner. Ensure, together with the authority compliance / permit team, that all necessary permits and approvals are in place for the timely delivery of the project. Track progress of the delivery of the ICT/modernization assets and systems against the approved baseline and, where appropriate, ensure issues are pro-actively addressed, resolved and/or escalated and reported Assess delays and report on what corrective measures are being taken to mitigate delays. Ensure that the impact of change is fully assessed and introduced in a controlled manner. In line with the shareholders’ standards, implement best in class ICT/modernization practices across the project and ensure they are consistently deployed by project staff and ICT vendors and partners. Maintain high technical standards and pioneer new techniques for improved ICT/modernization systems. Maintain a forward-looking risk-register and subsequent mitigation strategies. Together with the Contracts Manager, ensure proper contract management is in place. Communications Ensure clear communication within and from the ICT/modernization team. Ensure consistent and timely project reporting. Critical interfaces: Work closely with the business integration team ensuring that: dependencies from elements outside own responsibility (e.g. operations, commercial, legal, funding etc.) affecting construction and equipment delivery are well understood, and the business integration team understand impacts of changes towards construction, equipment and project IT systems delivery. Liaise closely with all disciplines within the shareholders’ organisations to ensure that emerging workload is identified in advance and that resource requirements are planned. Reporting and Scope: Direct Reports: Project ICT staff ICT vendors and partners Reports to Project Head of Asset Delivery Geographical Scope: New Jersey, USA Critical Qualifications/Skills/Experience: Experience: Minimum 10 years’ experience in an ICT/modernization project related environment, preferably in the transport and logistics sector. Minimum 5 years’ experience in an ICT and/or modernization management role. Relevant project management experience in a real time environment (logistics, shipping, etc) and exposure to project controls. Good understanding of ICT, port equipment, modernized systems and controls, or related industrial infrastructures architecture. Experience with technology innovations like cloud, IoT, AI and API. Skills: Have a strong understanding of ICT and Industrial Technology, built on a solid foundation of technical engineering skills. Team player, capable of motivating peers and reports to achieve project success. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Persuasive, being able to influence colleagues and vendors to reach the project goals. Driven, self-motivating, result orientated. High discipline – following through on actions and ensuring necessary documentation. Ability to motivate and develop employees to create a performance driven organization. High quality awareness and ability to work with constant care. Sensitive to cultural diversity and experience in a multicultural environment, in regard to colleagues, employees of vendors and other stakeholders. Education BSc in Information Systems Management or similar, or MSc or MBA in Science, IT Management or similar. Company Benefits: Medical Dental Vision 401k + Company Match Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off Flexible Work Schedules (when possible) And more! Pay Range: $170,000-$200,000 *The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws. #LI-MB1 #LI-POST Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com. 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. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world. For more information click here. All the way.

Responsibilities

The Project IT Manager is responsible for planning, leading, and executing the IT and modernization infrastructure for a significant capital project at APM Terminals. This includes managing vendors, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and overseeing the integration of systems for operational go-live.