Manager, TB&T Physical Plant (Lincoln Tunnel)

The Port Authority of NY & NJ; Weehawken (NJ); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey seeks a Physical Plant Manager for the Lincoln Tunnel. This role directs 24/7 maintenance operations, oversees environmental, hazardous waste, and sanitation programs, and drives Major Works Programs alongside Asset Management and Engineering staff.

You will manage the Facilities budget, supervise the Assistant Physical Plant Manager, and coordinate with the PABTR construction site in the Lincoln Tunnel area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline required.
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated management or supervisory experience in a maintenance or construction environment.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Probationary periods completed and performance standards met.

Responsibilities

• Directs 24/7 maintenance activities and supervises maintenance staff.
• Oversees facility improvements, capital projects, and infrastructure activities.
• Manages the Physical Plant Unit budget of $26M in 2026 and overtime within budget.
• Leads security initiatives and asset management for Lincoln Tunnel facilities.

Skills

Leadership experience

Budget management

Contract administration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

About the Role

Under the supervision of the General Manager, Lincoln Tunnel, the Physical Plant Manager is an integral part of the Lincoln Tunnel management team. In the absence of the General Manager and Deputy General Manager, the Physical Plant Manager may be responsible for the operations of the facility. The Physical Plant Manager is fully responsible and accountable for managing all aspects of the performance of the Facility's maintenance, structural integrity, environmental, hazardous waste management, sanitation, and construction programs at the Lincoln Tunnel and is responsible for driving the facility's capital and operating Major Works Programs. The Physical Plant Manager directly supervises the Assistant Physical Plant Manager who assists with day-to-day management of the Maintenance Unit comprised of 92 positions.

Responsibilities

The Physical Plant Manager directs a wide variety of 24/7 activities including:

• Administration of Maintenance labor agreements and participation in Maintenance grievance and disciplinary hearings.
• Supervision of Maintenance staff; evaluating Maintenance systems data and related reports; reviewing and monitoring contracts.
• Identifying facility improvements needs and directing infrastructure activities and capital projects with Asset Management and Engineering staff.
• The preparation and management of the Physical Plant Unit's budget ($26M in 2026) and managing the overtime hours included within the budget.
• Overall maintenance of Facility assets, including continued development of the Facility's Asset Component and Spare Parts (ACS) hierarchy and inventory.
• Act as lead for the facility on all security initiatives.

The Port Authority recently transitioned from the planning/design phase to the construction phase of the Port Authority Bus Terminal Redevelopment Program (PABTR). This 10Billion dollar Program includes construction of a new main bus terminal, a separate bus storage and staging building, and new ramps that lead directly into and out of the Lincoln Tunnel. The PABTR construction site fully overlaps with the NY side of the Lincoln Tunnel property between 9th and 11th. The Physical Plant Manager is responsible for coordinating directly with the PABTR Infrastructure Manager and for maintaining the Lincoln Tunnel assets within the construction zone, which include the ramps that connect the Bus Terminal to the Lincoln Tunnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Must have at least 5 years of demonstrated management or supervisory experience in a maintenance or construction environment.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Applicants must meet all performance and attendance standards and have completed all probationary periods.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing staff with diverse trade skills in a field environment, including demonstrated experience supervising professional maintenance staff, with a proven record of employing effective team building.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing and evaluating contract drawings, tenant alternations applications, and blueprints to identify associated impacts on the facility and recommend alternatives.
• Proven ability to work independently and prioritize assignments during emergency response situations, with the ability to respond to all facility emergencies.
• Demonstrated ability to develop long-range plans and prepare and implementation strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, understanding, and integrating customer service needs into day-to-day decision making.
• Demonstrated knowledge of asset management techniques and tools that help decision makers maximize the useful life or realize the full potential of assets at minimal costs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and employ problem-solving approaches that are sensitive to organizational, community and customer concerns.
• Superior written and oral communication skills with demonstrated experience in presenting materials to senior staff.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups both inside and outside the agency, such as senior staff, tenants, contractors, vendors, and government, community and industry officials.
• Thorough knowledge of Port Authority operating policies and procedures, including those related to administration, budget, human resources, maintenance procedures, business planning, contract administration, and the Board Authorization process.
• Demonstrated experience in managing unit overtime.
• Demonstrated experience in directing snow removal operations.
• Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills in labor agreements and disciplinary procedures.
• Graduate work in areas such as Public Administration, Business Management or Engineering is desirable.

Selection Process

The application process varies by position but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation, Benefits & On-Site Collaboration Requirements

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

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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey anticipates that the actual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on aspects such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal factors. The expected compensation range for this role is:

Minimum: $132,964 Midpoint: $172,867 Maximum: $215,758

In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week, subject to operational and business needs