Project Manager, Zero Emission Maritime Program at Motive Companies

Details:We are supporting a client operating in a regulated port environment that is deploying a zero-emission marine vessel program and associated electrical and charging infrastructure.This Project Manager will lead execution across vessel deployment shore power readiness regulatory alignment and emissions credit compliance. The role requires hands-on experience navigating CARB-aligned programs and understanding how credits and regulatory requirements affect project delivery.Core ResponsibilitiesProgram ExecutionOwn end-to-end delivery for zero-emission vessel deployment and supporting infrastructureManage timelines milestones dependencies and risks across engineering construction and operationsDrive follow-up and accountability across internal teams and external partnersTranslate regulatory and infrastructure constraints into executable project plansPort and Regulatory CoordinationServe as the primary project interface with port authorities and local agenciesSupport permitting approvals and compliance tracking in port environmentsAlign execution plans with port governance and review cyclesPrepare materials and briefings for executive and agency-facing meetingsCARB AQMD and Credit AlignmentWork directly with CARB- and AQMD-related programs affecting emissions and infrastructureTrack emissions credits compliance milestones and reporting requirementsTranslate credit structures into operational tasks and schedulesCoordinate documentation and data needed to maintain credit eligibilityIdentify risks that could jeopardize compliance or incentives and escalate earlyEnergy Infrastructure CoordinationAct as the execution lead with electrical and charging infrastructure partnersAlign shore power design construction commissioning and vessel deliveryResolve disconnects between engineering construction operations and complianceStakeholder ManagementServe as the organizing hub across partners vendors agencies and leadershipMaintain clear ownership communication and expectationsPrevent execution breakdowns through proactive issue managementWhat Success Looks LikeVessel deployment and infrastructure timelines remain alignedCARB and AQMD requirements are met without last-minute remediationCredits and incentives remain viable through disciplined executionLeadership has accurate real-time visibility into progress and riskExternal partners experience organized credible project management Details: Required Experience5 years managing complex infrastructure energy or transportation programsDirect experience working with CARB-aligned programs or emissions compliance frameworksWorking knowledge of emissions credits incentives or compliance-driven delivery modelsExperience operating in regulated or port-adjacent environmentsStrong execution discipline communication and problem-solving skillsPreferred ExperienceZero-emission transportation port electrification or industrial decarbonization projectsExperience coordinating with utilities energy infrastructure partners and agenciesFamiliarity with shore power LCFS-style credits or emissions reporting frameworksAnnual Salary: 150k-180k DOERequired Experience:IC Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1