North Carolina Ports Jobs Hiring Now
North Carolina Ports is hiring for 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in program management and IT support, with listed salaries up to about $112,000. Migrate Mate updates North Carolina Ports's live openings daily. North Carolina Ports is a state-operated seaport authority managing commercial port facilities that handle cargo shipping, container operations, and marine terminal services along the North Carolina coast.
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North Carolina Ports hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 6
- Top team
- Program Management
- Seniority
- Mid to senior level
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Morehead City
- Salary range
- $38,000–$112,000
Listed salaries for North Carolina Ports roles on Migrate Mate range from about $38,000 to $112,000 per year across 6 open roles, as of July 16, 2026.
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JOB NUMBER: NCP65015459
GRADE: 38
HIRING RANGE: $75,248 – $111,818
The mission of the North Carolina State Ports Authority is to be the gateway to global markets and to enhance the economy of North Carolina by supporting and improving the state’s logistics network.
Our employees are integral to our mission to help businesses succeed. It takes a team of unified people working together to make our facilities attractive to shippers, carriers and other businesses. Our customer-focused attitude is clearly evident through our people. We invite you to learn more about a career with North Carolina Ports.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Provide engineering and construction project management services for the construction, repair, maintenance, planning, design, and/ or procurement of facilities and equipment for the waterfront and landside terminals operated by the NCSPA. Such facilities include warehouses, buildings, roads, wharfs and docks, cargo handling equipment, railroads and bridges, drainage, utilities, parking areas and any other facilities requiring engineering services.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
- Coordinate construction related activities with designers and contractors, any outside consultants involved, the State Construction Office, the NCDOT, internal and external customers, and any other organization with a valid interest in ongoing construction projects.
- Administer design and construction contracts and manage designers and contractors.
- Prepare contracts for the design and construction of new or modified facilities.
- Provide direction to Designers on project development and scoping.
- Assure that designers adhere to the Owner’s requirements and contractors adhere to designer’s project schedules and contract documents.
- Inspect work being performed under construction contracts and negotiate construction change orders.
- Monitor schedules and budgets, and report status, on all projects through database, spreadsheet, and online project management and document control software.
- Assist and provide guidance to the engineering technicians assigned to projects under construction.
- Arrange for independent testing and inspection of materials, if necessary.
- Assist the VP, Engineering & Maintenance in the selection of project designers, consultants, and contractors.
- Participate in the design of projects by the NCSPA Engineering Department. This work includes the preparation of cost estimates, plans, and specifications for the construction of new or modified facilities.
- Maintain a general knowledge of State statutes and procedures governing building and Port construction.
- All other duties as assigned by management.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited college or university, with 5 plus years relevant construction / project management experience or equivalent education and experience required.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina or the ability to be licensed within 12 months from the date of hire is a plus.
- Experience with marine terminals and/ or commercial ports preferred. Design experience is a plus.
- Must be able to manage multiple concurrent projects and follow project through completion about project schedules and budgets.
- Must be proficient in the use of business software, such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management, and database applications. Experience with computer-aided design software is a plus.
- Must have communication and interactive skills suitable for both the office and construction site environments.
- Strong communication skills, good technical writing, and excellent math skills are required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet TWIC security requirements.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Will spend most of work hours in normal office conditions, but will require frequent visits to construction sites, wetlands and undeveloped properties which may be difficult to access to conduct visits and inspections in adverse weather conditions. Must be able to obtain access to existing wharf and building facilities, roofs, and other areas not normally accessible to the public. May be required to access and use small boats for waterside berth inspections. Travel by motor vehicle is required. Attendance at out-of-town functions involving overnight stays may be required. No heavy lifting is required.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply by submitting a resume and state application (PD-107) to jobs@ncports.com or via fax to (910) 746-6434. All applications must reference the above job number to be considered for this position.
FINAL DATE TO APPLY: Open Until Filled
JOB NUMBER: NCP65015459
GRADE: 38
HIRING RANGE: $75,248 – $111,818
The mission of the North Carolina State Ports Authority is to be the gateway to global markets and to enhance the economy of North Carolina by supporting and improving the state’s logistics network.
Our employees are integral to our mission to help businesses succeed. It takes a team of unified people working together to make our facilities attractive to shippers, carriers and other businesses. Our customer-focused attitude is clearly evident through our people. We invite you to learn more about a career with North Carolina Ports.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Provide engineering and construction project management services for the construction, repair, maintenance, planning, design, and/ or procurement of facilities and equipment for the waterfront and landside terminals operated by the NCSPA. Such facilities include warehouses, buildings, roads, wharfs and docks, cargo handling equipment, railroads and bridges, drainage, utilities, parking areas and any other facilities requiring engineering services.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
- Coordinate construction related activities with designers and contractors, any outside consultants involved, the State Construction Office, the NCDOT, internal and external customers, and any other organization with a valid interest in ongoing construction projects.
- Administer design and construction contracts and manage designers and contractors.
- Prepare contracts for the design and construction of new or modified facilities.
- Provide direction to Designers on project development and scoping.
- Assure that designers adhere to the Owner’s requirements and contractors adhere to designer’s project schedules and contract documents.
- Inspect work being performed under construction contracts and negotiate construction change orders.
- Monitor schedules and budgets, and report status, on all projects through database, spreadsheet, and online project management and document control software.
- Assist and provide guidance to the engineering technicians assigned to projects under construction.
- Arrange for independent testing and inspection of materials, if necessary.
- Assist the VP, Engineering & Maintenance in the selection of project designers, consultants, and contractors.
- Participate in the design of projects by the NCSPA Engineering Department. This work includes the preparation of cost estimates, plans, and specifications for the construction of new or modified facilities.
- Maintain a general knowledge of State statutes and procedures governing building and Port construction.
- All other duties as assigned by management.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited college or university, with 5 plus years relevant construction / project management experience or equivalent education and experience required.
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina or the ability to be licensed within 12 months from the date of hire is a plus.
- Experience with marine terminals and/ or commercial ports preferred. Design experience is a plus.
- Must be able to manage multiple concurrent projects and follow project through completion about project schedules and budgets.
- Must be proficient in the use of business software, such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management, and database applications. Experience with computer-aided design software is a plus.
- Must have communication and interactive skills suitable for both the office and construction site environments.
- Strong communication skills, good technical writing, and excellent math skills are required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet TWIC security requirements.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Will spend most of work hours in normal office conditions, but will require frequent visits to construction sites, wetlands and undeveloped properties which may be difficult to access to conduct visits and inspections in adverse weather conditions. Must be able to obtain access to existing wharf and building facilities, roofs, and other areas not normally accessible to the public. May be required to access and use small boats for waterside berth inspections. Travel by motor vehicle is required. Attendance at out-of-town functions involving overnight stays may be required. No heavy lifting is required.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply by submitting a resume and state application (PD-107) to jobs@ncports.com or via fax to (910) 746-6434. All applications must reference the above job number to be considered for this position.
FINAL DATE TO APPLY: Open Until Filled
Job Roles at North Carolina Ports
Working at North Carolina Ports
North Carolina Ports's 6 open roles are mid to senior level, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are program management, IT support, and business operations. North Carolina Ports is a state-operated authority that manages commercial marine terminals, container yards, and cargo operations at its port facilities. Roles span project management, systems administration, facilities maintenance, environmental health and safety, and equipment operations. Most North Carolina Ports roles are based in Morehead City and Wilmington.
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How many jobs is North Carolina Ports hiring for right now?
North Carolina Ports is hiring for 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in program management and IT support. Positions range from operations and facilities roles to project management and systems administration, reflecting the broad staffing needs of a commercial port authority.
What kinds of roles does North Carolina Ports hire for?
The most active teams are program management, IT support, and business operations. North Carolina Ports hires across operations, facilities maintenance, environmental health and safety, information technology, and project management. Recent listings have included container yard technicians, equipment operators, systems administrators, and facilities team leads. Most postings are mid to senior level.
Are North Carolina Ports jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of North Carolina Ports's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Morehead City. Each North Carolina Ports listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at North Carolina Ports?
Find a role that fits your background on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to North Carolina Ports's own careers page to submit your application directly. North Carolina Ports manages its own hiring process, so all applications, status updates, and interview coordination are handled by their internal team.
What do North Carolina Ports jobs pay?
Listed salaries for North Carolina Ports roles on Migrate Mate range from about $38,000 to $112,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at mid to senior level. Exact pay is set by North Carolina Ports and shown on each listing.
Does North Carolina Ports hire entry-level?
Most of North Carolina Ports's open roles on Migrate Mate are mid to senior level as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual North Carolina Ports listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is North Carolina Ports hiring?
Most North Carolina Ports roles are based in Morehead City and Wilmington, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.