Trade Lane Talent · 1 week ago
Project Planner / Scheduler- (Marine Terminal Modernization Project)
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTrade Lane Talent is representing a major marine terminal operator seeking a Project Planner / Scheduler to support a large-scale upgrade of a busy port facility in New Jersey. This role focuses on planning, sequencing, and controlling a complex capital delivery program while ensuring efficient execution without disrupting terminal operations.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and manage the master project schedule for a large infrastructure program
Coordinate schedule inputs from engineering, construction, operations, and third-party contractors
Use planning tools to support sequencing and conflict resolution across work streams
Support 4D planning (time + spatial sequencing) to visualize work impact in a live terminal environment
Monitor progress, identify schedule risks and mitigation strategies, and communicate changes to stakeholders
Prepare and present schedule updates, forecasts, and insights to project leadership
Ensure alignment between the schedule and project goals, safety, and operational requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Controls, or related field
5+ years of project planning, scheduling, or project controls experience on large-scale infrastructure or industrial programs
Strong command of scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar)
Proven ability to manage complex project schedules with multiple dependencies and stakeholders
Experience coordinating with engineering, construction, and operations teams in high-impact environments
Role requires regular on-site presence at an active industrial facility
Must be able to comply with site safety protocols and construction area requirements
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks, drug screening, and compliance with applicable port security and safety requirements
Preferred
Experience on port, marine terminal, airport, rail, or other major infrastructure projects
Demonstrated use of 4D planning in planning and execution decisions
Familiarity with project delivery on brownfield sites or environments that must remain operational during construction
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Bonus or incentive compensation may be available depending on role scope and experience
Relocation assistance available
Company
Trade Lane Talent
TradeLaneTalent is a specialized recruiting firm dedicated to staffing the global supply chain, from ports and terminals to ocean carriers, intermodal rail, warehousing, and logistics.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase