Principal Project Manager Ports Electrification
Mott MacDonaldLocations Los Angeles, California, United States / Seattle, Washington, United States Country United States Contract type Regular (US only) Work pattern Full Time Market Transport Discipline Energy, Maritime, Electrical Job ref 17717 Recruiter contact Adrienne Grego Apply now At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve. When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity. Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed. Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Project Manager - Ports Electrification to help lead the growth of our ports, maritime, and transportation electrification practice across North America, with an initial focus on the West Coast. This position is an opportunity to help shape the future of port infrastructure as marine terminals, ports, ferry systems, and freight operators transition toward cleaner, more resilient, and more electrified operations. The successful candidate will work directly with port authorities, terminal operators, utilities, public agencies, and private clients to develop and deliver complex infrastructure programs supporting decarbonization, shore power, terminal modernization, cargo-handling equipment electrification, charging infrastructure, and utility upgrades. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable serving as a trusted client advisor, leading multidisciplinary project teams, developing business opportunities, and providing technical leadership on complex electrical infrastructure projects. Primary Responsibilities Project Leadership Serve as project manager for major port and maritime electrification projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams including electrical, civil, structural, environmental, systems, and construction management professionals. Manage project scope, budget, schedule, quality, and client satisfaction. Oversee planning, design, permitting, procurement, construction support, and commissioning activities. Support alternative delivery and progressive delivery projects. Technical Leadership Advise clients on electrification strategies and implementation roadmaps. Lead development of electrical infrastructure solutions supporting: Shore power systems Terminal electrification Cargo-handling equipment electrification Truck charging infrastructure Medium-voltage distribution systems Utility interconnections Resiliency and energy management solutions Provide guidance on utility coordination, power demand planning, and future expansion requirements. Client and Business Development Build trusted relationships with ports, maritime operators, terminal tenants, utilities, and public agencies. Support strategic account growth initiatives across the ports and maritime sector. Lead capture planning, proposals, interviews, and business-development efforts. Collaborate with leadership to identify and pursue emerging electrification opportunities. Represent the firm at industry conferences, trade associations, and client events. Practice Building Help establish and grow Mott MacDo…