Senior Vice President - Ports, Waterfront, and Transportation

New York City Economic Development Corporation • Full-time • New York, NY, US • $175k - $185k / year • 4d ago

Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses. 

Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

Position Overview: The Senior Vice President of Ports, Waterfront, and Transportation - Asset Management at NYCEDC is entrusted with a pivotal role in the organization's mission to foster economic growth, enhance transportation infrastructure, and oversee directly managed port facilities.

This leadership position entails strategic planning, effective management, and business development initiatives aimed at maximizing the potential of NYCEDC's waterfront assets. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President of Asset Management, the incumbent will spearhead the development and execution of strategies to optimize the performance of the portfolio, encompassing cruise terminals, marine cargo terminals, maritime piers, and aviation assets. Central to this role is the emphasis on business acumen and extensive experience in asset management and port operations.

Responsibilities:

Formulate and execute a comprehensive vision, strategy, and tactics for the portfolio, aligning with NYCEDC's overarching goals.
Lead negotiations for critical acquisitions, dispositions, renewals, and repositioning initiatives across the portfolio, ensuring timely and mission-critical outcomes.
Maximize revenue streams, achieve public policy goals, and ensure efficient performance across all assets within the portfolio.
Drive business development efforts, including negotiating leases and operating agreements, to enhance the portfolio's financial performance and market competitiveness.
Develop cross-portfolio strategies in collaboration with internal teams to achieve triple-bottom-line outcomes and policy objectives.
Set and oversee integrated marketing and leasing programs across all properties, leveraging market insights to drive tenant attraction and retention.
Cultivate strong tenant relations and engage with key stakeholders to foster mutually beneficial partnerships and community engagement initiatives.
Oversee major redevelopment programs in coordination with the Asset Management Design & Construction team, optimizing asset utilization and enhancing operational efficiency.
Leverage extensive experience in asset management and port operations to develop innovative strategies for enhancing operational efficiency, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Provide direct leadership and management oversight to the team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Evaluate asset performance against industry benchmarks, implementing measures to optimize margins and enhance profitability.
Undertake any additional duties as assigned by the Executive Vice President, Asset Management.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in maritime operations, transportation, logistics, real estate development, asset management, or related fields, with at least 5 years of direct supervisory experience.
Demonstrated experience in asset management and port operations, including terminal management, facility design, stevedoring operations, security, and passenger services.
Proven track record in high-level negotiations, transaction management, and drafting related documents.
Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading diverse, professional teams.
Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute plans effectively.
Must be a New York City resident within 180 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in a related field.
Experience in asset/property management, lease administration, and tenant relations.
Familiarity with New York City real estate market dynamics.
Proficiency in construction management and zoning regulations.
Experience with property budgeting software, such as MRI or Yardi.

Salary Range

$175,000—$185,000 USD

About Us: New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

Generous employer subsidized health insurance
Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Vision and hearing benefits
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Short term and long-term disability coverage
100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
Up to 25 vacation days
Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
Retirement savings programs
- Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
- 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
Tuition Reimbursement program
Continuing education and professional development
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
College savings plan
Backup childcare
Gym membership discounts
A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more

Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.

For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.