At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, andremovingwhatgetsintheway.Weconstantlylookforsmarter,simpler,andsaferwaysofoperating.Ifyouthriveinenvironmentswherepeoplevaluelearningandarecommittedtocontinuouslyimprovedailyoperations,joinusandbeapartofourjourney.
WhatWeCanOffer
At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Ourcommitmenttoimprovementmeanseveryteammemberhastheopportunitytodeveloptheirskillsandadvancetheircareersbycontinuouslyrefininghowwework.Experienceadiverse,multinationalworkplacewhereyouroperationalinsightsdirectlyinfluencehowwework.
BepartofthePortElizabethUpgradeProject,alarge-scaleinfrastructureanddecarbonizationinitiativesupportinglong-termterminalgrowth.
Workwithinternalandexternalstakeholdersacrossgovernmentagencies,energyproviders,portauthorities,andglobalbusinessfunctions.
Developexpertiseinfederal,state,andlocalgrantfundingprogramswhilecontributingtoenvironmentalandoperationalimprovements.
Accessongoinglearninganddevelopmentopportunitieswithinaglobalorganizationfocusedoncontinuousimprovement.
ProjectGrantManager
As Project Grant Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the Port Elizabeth Upgrade Project and APM Terminals Elizabeth’s decarbonization ambitions. The role is responsible for managing the Clean Ports Program sub-award, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and identifying additional funding opportunities that support both financial and environmental objectives. YouwillactastheprimaryliaisonbetweenAPMTerminals,thePortAuthorityofNewYorkandNewJersey,governmentagencies,utilityproviders,andabroadrangeofinternalstakeholderstoensuresuccessfulgrantadministrationandprogramdelivery.
KeyResponsibilities:
Developandmaintainafundingroadmapalignedtoprojectphases,includingequipmentelectrificationandinfrastructureupgrades.
Monitorfederal,state,andlocalfundingopportunitiesandprioritizegrantsandincentivesthatsupportbusinessobjectives.
Leadthefullgrantlifecycle,includingapplicationdevelopment,budgeting,stakeholdercoordination,administration,andreporting.
Ensurecompliancewithgrantrequirements,reportingstandards,andapplicableregulationsacrossagenciesandfundingprograms.
Managefinancialreporting,forecasting,performancetracking,andgrant-relateddocumentationfortheElizabethUpgradeProject.
Buildandmaintainrelationshipswithfundingbodies,regulatoryagencies,communitystakeholders,andstrategicpartners.
Collaboratewithglobalandlocalcross-functionalteams,includingProcurement,Legal,Finance,Tax,Treasury,EnergyTransition,andDecarbonizationfunctions.
WhatWeAreLookingFor:
Continuousimprovementmindset:wearelookingforsomeonewhobringsathoughtfulimprovementmindset—curiousabouthowworkgetsdoneandmotivatedtomakemeaningful,sustainableimprovementsovertime.
Leadership expectation: We are lookingforpeoplewhoconsistentlyputcustomersfirst,leadbyexamplewithrespectforpeople,deliverresultswithintegrity,anddrivecontinuousimprovementbysolvingproblemsattheroot,developingpeople,andraisingstandardseveryday.
Minimum7yearsofexperienceingrantwritingandadministration,includingatleast4yearsmanaginglargegrantsexceedingUSD100million.
StrongunderstandingofU.S.federalandNewJerseyregulatoryframeworks,politicaldynamics,andenvironmentallegislation.
Abilitytoanalyzeandinterpretcomplexlegal,regulatory,andcompliancerequirements.
Strongfinancialacumen,includingknowledgeofforecasting,cashflowimplications,taxconsiderations,andtreasuryimpacts.
Excellentwrittenandverbalcommunication,stakeholdermanagement,negotiation,andrelationship-buildingskills.
Bachelor’sdegreeinBusinessAdministration,Finance,PublicAdministration,orarelatedfield;amaster’sdegreeispreferred.
Comfortableoperatinginadynamicenvironmentandworkingacrossculturestoachievesharedobjectiveswithintegrityandprofessionalism.
Location:Elizabeth,NewJersey,USA
SalaryRange:USD117,000-USD130,000
Benefits:Full-timeemployeesareeligibleforHealthInsurance,PaidTimeOff,and401(k)match.
WorkAuthorization:ApplicantsmustbeauthorizedtoworkforanyemployerintheUnitedStates.
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