APM Terminals

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Investment Project Manager — Charlotte, NC

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At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be part of our journey.

What We Can Offer

At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.

Additional benefits:

• Opportunities to influence major investment decisions through structured project governance and disciplined performance management.
• A collaborative and multicultural environment with strong cross-functional exposure.
• Career development pathways in investment delivery and project leadership, including exposure to Win Room decision forums.

The Job

This position sits within our Global Investment Team and will be based out of the regional office in Charlotte, NC, USA. The Team is responsible for developing, driving and closing complex container terminal investment opportunities across the U.S. and Canada.

The role offers end-to-end exposure across M&A, greenfield & brownfield development, public-private partnerships, and portfolio optimization. It is an opportunity to help drive national infrastructure growth, lead transformative port projects, and shape the future of supply chains.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as crucial part of the deal team developing, negotiating and closing complex container terminal investment deals.
• Lead day‑to‑day execution of investment projects, tracking performance, risks, dependencies, and delivery against the Investment Plan.
• Own and maintain the integrated project plan, ensuring cross‑functional alignment across Commercial, Technical, Finance, Legal, Public Affairs, and regional teams.
• Coordinate development of the investment case, validating assumptions, supporting scenario modelling, and ensuring clarity of value drivers.
• Drive collaboration and communication so stakeholders remain aligned, informed, and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure deliverables meet agreed quality standards and support the Campaign Director with business‑case preparation and Win Room inputs.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation across all phases of the investment process, supporting project governance, decision-making, and audit trails.
• Monitor and manage the project budget, validate forecasts, and reinforce financial discipline.

What We Are Looking For

Continuous improvement mindset: We are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement — someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day.

Additionally, you bring:

• Proven experience delivering high‑value capital or investment projects with significant complexity and multi‑stakeholder involvement.
• Strong capability in developing, analysing, and challenging investment or business‑case assumptions, including modelling scenarios and identifying value levers.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence without authority across functions and cultures.
• Exceptional organisational discipline, including structured documentation, reporting, and governance alignment.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with comfort navigating ambiguity and adjusting approach as needed.
• Clear, concise communication skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information for diverse audiences.
• Cultural awareness and the ability to collaborate effectively with global teams.

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 + bonus & benefits

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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