Senior Security Projects Manager - Physical & Tech Systems

The Port Authority of NY & NJ; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a Senior Project Manager in the Security Technology and Programs (ST&P) Department. This role advances projects across all life cycle stages within scope, schedule, and budget, coordinating with Engineering Design, Project Delivery, Construction Management, and Security teams.

Responsibilities include managing physical security and technology projects, conducting site visits, and preparing authorization documents to secure budgets and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture or related field from an accredited college or university or demonstrated comparable experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in project and program management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in coordinating design efforts and construction activities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Teams.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to drive to project sites as needed.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Professional Engineer (PE) license or Registered Architect (RA) license.

Responsibilities

• Manage a workload including physical security projects, security technology projects, and security reviews of Line Department and Tenant Construction projects.
• Lead projects through all stages from inception to closeout to advance progress and maintain momentum.
• Participate in site visits at Port Authority facilities in New York and New Jersey as required.
• Establish scope, budget, and timeframe for new and planned projects.
• Prepare authorization documents and presentations to secure budget authorizations and contract awards.
• Lead an integrated project team with Engineering Design, Project Delivery, Construction Management, Technology staff, Facility Operations, Maintenance, Security, Project Management, and Procurement units.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS OneNote

MS Teams

Driver's license

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction docs review

Job description

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is seeking a Senior Project Manager in the Security Technology and Programs (ST&P) Department. This role advances projects across all life cycle stages within scope, schedule, and budget, coordinating with Engineering Design, Project Delivery, Construction Management, and Security teams.

Responsibilities include managing physical security and technology projects, conducting site visits, and preparing authorization documents to secure budgets and