Project Manager

Zero Emission Vehicle Project Manager

Laland Baptiste, LLC is a construction management and consulting firm. Laland Baptiste provides innovative and professional services throughout all phases of the construction life cycle. We pride ourselves on being loyal and reliable to our customers, clients, and our greatest assets, our people. Laland Baptiste is dedicated to providing unparalleled services throughout the construction life cycle. These services include Construction Management, Program Management, Owners Representation, Resident Engineering, Inspection, Preconstruction Consulting, Change Order Review, Value Engineering, Administration Assistance, Document Control and Staff Augmentation.

Our clients include the NYS Office of General Services, Dormitory Authority of the State of New York, NYC Health + Hospitals, NYC Department of Design and Construction, NYC Parks & Recreation, NYC School Construction Authority, NYC Economic Development Corporation, Battery Park City Authority, and NYS Parks, Recreations and Historic Preservation.

Demonstrated knowledge of project implementation, zero emission vehicle technology, infrastructure deployment, and sustainability principals.

Demonstrated creativity, agility, strong work ethic, and passion for climate action.

Familiarity with current local, state, and federal zero emission vehicle, energy, and sustainability policy, incentives and legislation.

Demonstrated project management and large organizational experience including in developing, implementing, and managing project plans, deliverables and schedules.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders including facility staff, external stakeholders, other contractors, and executive leadership.

Demonstrated quantitative, data analysis, and analytical skills.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to make concise presentations to a variety of audiences.

Knowledgeable about transportation related technologies and infrastructure.

Baseline understanding of electrical engineering principles.

Hands-on experience with energy/mechanical equipment/technology and metering technology/installation a plus, including knowledge of related industry standards.

Ability and willingness to learn technical subject matter related to vehicles and equipment, alternative fuels, load management, energy use and conservation, and fleet management.

General Qualifications Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Sustainability, Project Management, Energy Management, Engineering, or a related discipline; advanced degree in any of these areas is preferred but not required.

Minimum 3+ years of experience in fleet management, sustainability, project management, cleantech/ climatetech, engineering, or related field.

Proficiency in the use of standard Microsoft Office products and ability to become competent with Port Authority software and reporting systems.

Specific Task Assignment:

The Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Project Manager will support the Zero Emission Vehicle Lead in the Office of Sustainability. Responsibilities will include but will not be limited to the following:

Project Development and Tracking:

• Facilitate project status meetings and obtain project updates, including development of necessary documentation and material.
• Track and report on project milestones deliverables, changes and scope creep, budget impacts through project life cycle, project cost accruals.
• Identify and oversee pilots and demonstrations, and develop plan to expand beyond pilots (e.g., workplace charging pilot, mobile EV charger pilot, etc.).
• Support development of workplans, policies, and initiatives to implement zero emission vehicle (ZEV) goals.
• Complete studies to determine number of chargers and locations for future charger deployment including analyzing vehicle utilization, inventorying current charger locations and utilization, engaging with stakeholders on operational needs, and coordinating with technical staff on electrical feasibility.

Program Administration:

• Advance change management and process improvements that streamline charging infrastructure deployment and identity efficiencies in operational use.
• Monitor and synthesize ZEV policy, market, incentive, and technology developments.
• Identify and pursue relevant grants for zero emission vehicles and charging infrastructure.
• Develop presentations and other material for internal briefings on sustainability programs and project updates.
• Manage contracts and pursue authorizations to advance the ZEV program.
• Other tasks related to sustainability projects and initiatives as directed.