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. Appetizer 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, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be apart of our journey. The Role As our Civil Construction Manager, you will lead the execution and delivery of civil contract packages supporting the Elizabeth Terminal Upgrade Project. Your scope will include marine and yard infrastructure, utilities, buildings, and critical interfaces with equipment, technology, and ongoing terminal operations. Reporting to the Head of Asset Delivery, you will help ensure that civil works are delivered safely and in line with the project’s approved scope, schedule, budget, quality requirements, and operational objectives. What We Can Offer At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work. Influence a major terminal modernization program with significant marine, civil, utility, and building scope Collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, procurement, HSSE, IT, consultants, and contractors Strengthen your expertise in complex, brownfield construction within an operating container terminal Contribute to technical improvements, lessons learned, and engineering standards across APM Terminals Key Responsibilities Lead the execution and delivery of marine, civil, utility, yard, and building work packages in accordance with project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives Direct design consultants, project management consultants, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and quality-control partners throughout design, construction, commissioning, and integration Monitor construction schedules, costs, risks, changes, delays, and dependencies, providing timely reporting and recommending practical corrective actions Develop and review technical specifications, civil designs, method statements, risk assessments, implementation plans, budgets, and detailed construction schedules Coordinate procurement activities and ensure specifications and contract packages align with APM Terminals standards and applicable legal, union, and EPA grant requirements Manage interfaces among civil works, terminal operations, equipment deliveries, maintenance, IT components, commissioning, integration testing, and operational startup Promote visible HSSE leadership and verify that designers and contractors comply with Elizabeth Terminal and APM Terminals safety requirements What We Are Looking For Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day Bring demonstrated experience managing the delivery of marine and civil infrastructure, ideally within container terminals, ports, maritime facilities, or similarly complex industrial environments Apply strong knowledge of civil design, construction methods, project controls, scheduling, cost management, change management, risk management, commissioning, and contractor oversight Build productive working relationships across engineering, operations, maintenance, HSSE, procurement, consultants, vendors, contractors, and senior stakeholders Communicate clearly in English and maintain disciplined project documentation, reporting, escalation, and follow-through using Microsoft Office Hold a university degree in engineering, with civil engineering preferred, or bring an equivalent combination of directly relevant engineering and construction-delivery experience Location: Elizabeth, NJ (5 days in office) Salary Expectations: $160K - $170K Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. APM Terminals is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who are applying for positions in the U.S. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in applying for employment with APM Terminals in the U.S. and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, or if you need a reasonable accommodation to perform a job, please contact the applicable Human Resources Department by emailing [email protected]. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis pursuant to an interactive dialogue between the applicant and the Company. #LI-NM2 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 [email protected]. At APM Terminals, we are a team of over 20,000 employees spread across more than 60 countries united by a passion to provide our expertise in port operations and container management services. By providing the expertise and port infrastructure essential to world trade, we actively support the advancement of the societies around us, enabling local economies to unlock their potential and build an even stronger global community. Working with a team of talented professionals you will get a chance to experience different cultures and make friends all over the world. You’ll find a culturally diverse, stimulating environment at any of our offices, terminals or depots. When you join APM Terminals, the world is your workplace. APM Terminals is an independent business unit within the Danish Maersk Group – a Global Fortune 500 company with about 89,000 employees and offices in 130 countries with global growth opportunities in a range of fields from shipping and energy to our offshore and manufacturing industries - Join us to achieve even your most ambitious career goals!

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