Director of Marine Operations and Property Management

The Port of Portland is hiring a

DIRECTOR of MARINE OPERATIONS AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Are you someone who enjoys leading teams, solving complex operational challenges, and building strong relationships with customers and partners? Do you like thinking about how facilities operate today while also planning for what they'll need to succeed years from now?

This role offers a remarkable canvas: three active marine terminals and five industrial business parks. You'll lead the teams responsible for safe, reliable marine operations and for keeping our broader portfolio of industrial assets well-managed and performing at their best. You'll also work closely with tenants, operators and partners to solve problems, strengthen performance and support their success. It's a great opportunity for a leader who likes being at the intersection of marine operations, property management, commercial relationships, and long-term asset stewardship - and wants their work to contribute directly to Oregon's economy.

The Director sets the direction for Trade and Economic Development's (TED) marine operations, property management, maintenance, and asset stewardship functions. This role is accountable for ensuring safe and efficient terminal operations, leading asset management planning, and cultivating strong labor and tenant partnerships. Working closely with the Directors of Commercial Development & Investment and Economic & Business Development, the Director ensures that operations, property management, maintenance, and capital planning support the Port's commercial strategy, financial performance, and long-term competitiveness.

Marine Operations

Commercial Partnerships & Tenant Strategy

Property Management and Maintenance

Labor and Industry Relations

Full position description available upon request.

MUST HAVE:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of maritime transportation and commerce, regional waterway issues, and global trade dynamics.
• Advanced knowledge of commercial (including marine and industrial) property management and lease administration practices.
• Advanced experience with overseeing maintenance and capital projects in active operating environments, while balancing operational continuity with capital project execution.
• Advanced experience managing landlord-tenant relationships across complex properties.
• Advanced experience building influence and trust with executives, community leaders, labor, tenants, operators, and industry partners.

Working Conditions:

The Port supports a hybrid work schedule. In-office days are determined by the organization. Remote and/or flexible work may be available on specific days of the week depending on the job and business need.

Selection Process (tentative schedule):

About us:

At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have - our three airports, three working marine terminals, six business parks, and all the resources, expertise, and experience behind them - to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. We know that every person we hire, business we work with, contract we sign and decision we make is a chance to make someone's life better. And we'll use our power and influence to unlock new opportunities and ensure more people share in our region's success. With YOUR help - together with our partners, customers, and community - we'll help drive meaningful change!

Do you have questions about this job?

Contact us: careers@portofportland.com

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