Pavement Asset Manager

The Port of Portland is hiring for a Pavement Asset Manager.

We are seeking an individual that would manage the development, implementation, and execution of the Port's asset management programs for pavements, bridges, sidewalks, pavement toppings, and rail(s) at all Port locations.

Expectations for the work schedule will be regular business hours with occasional adjustments to meet inspection schedules and stakeholder needs.

Candidate must be comfortable performing job requirements indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, and different types of terrain. These conditions may/will require proper safety training and the utilization of proper safety equipment.

From the Hiring Manager: "As critical transportation infrastructure, pavement is the largest asset category that the Port manages. The Pavement Asset Manager has their thumb on the pulse of these assets; tracking their condition, planning rehabilitation, replacement projects, and coordinating closely with stakeholders throughout the Port to ensure the right projects are completed at the right time. If you enjoy collaborating with others, and managing large portfolios of transportation assets; this is a great opportunity to guide the development of this program!"

• Manage the Airport Pavement Management Program (PMP) to ensure compliance with FAA AC No: 150/5380-7B, along with the PMP for non-aviation properties, which includes the Marine Terminals and Industrial/Commercial Properties.
• Facilitate Asset Management Planning (AMP) team discussions to identify and document asset refurbishment or rehabilitation strategies, and conduct assessments to determine the condition of assets.
• Communicate the status of assets and the need to initiate projects to stakeholders, system owners and business line managers.
• Develop and maintain a 10-year asset management capital improvement forecast for all properties, which includes recommending when assets will receive major maintenance, refurbishment, or replacement, based on asset condition and the required level of service.
• Collaborate with project development managers and other stakeholders to develop specific capital projects.
• Manage and utilized the PAVER pavement management database, ensuring the data is routinely updated to accurately reflect annual condition surveys, pavement maps, and construction information.
• Utilize the data to forecast pavement condition index values and anticipate major maintenance projects.
• Conduct monthly airfield pavement inspections of Portland International Airport (PDX), Hillsboro Airport (HIO), and Troutdale Airport (TTD) runways, taxiways and aprons, and document details appropriately.
• Maintain monthly inspection information for a minimum of 5 years, including inspection date, location, distress types and maintenance scheduled or performed.
• Coordinate pavement inspections and surveys with various Port stakeholders to ensure operational impacts are limited.
• Implement and manage contracts for pavement condition index surveys, pavement geotechnical investigations, bridge inspections, cathodic protection analysis, rail assessments, and sidewalk assessments.
• Ensure the Annual Pavement Condition Index (PCI) Surveys are conducted in compliance with ASTM D5340, Standard Test Method for Airport Pavement Condition Index Surveys.
• Manage the asset management programs for rail, bridges, pavement toppings (e.g., epoxy coatings), and sidewalks at all Port locations.

• 4+ years of program development, implementation and/or program management experience.
• (Highly Preferred) Experience in a public agency in one of the following technical areas: Pavement or Asset Management, Pavement Inspection, Airport Facilities & Maintenance, Construction Management and/or Estimating.
• (Desired) Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, Aviation Administration, or related field.
• (Highly Preferred) Strong background in Pavement Management, Planning and Development, and/or Project or Construction Management.

• Advanced- Knowledge of pavement management systems and principles including street preservation, rehabilitation, construction, and reconstruction practices.
• Senior- Communication, organization, and adaptability skillsets; this role will be coordinating with multiple stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Senior- Street classifications and implications of different traffic loading conditions as well as asset management lifecycle principles.
• Senior- Pavement testing, design, inspection and survey techniques.
• Senior- Reading and understanding complex engineering drawings/plans.
• Advanced- Manage large data sets, analyze the data to forecast asset replacement needs, and communicate to business lines.
• Senior- MS Office Suite, PAVER database (preferred) and advanced GIS programs.

Compensation

Our organization adheres to established salary ranges for each position to ensure equitable pay practices. However, final offers are determined based on various factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and considerations of internal pay equity.

Selection Process (Tentative Schedule):

1. A minimum qualification evaluation of education, training, and experience of submitted application packets will take place by Human Resources the week of September 7, 2025.

2. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) Panel will perform an evaluation of experience and training taken from your employment application materials.

3. Our goal is to schedule virtual first round of interviews with candidates who successfully passed the SME evaluation by the week of September 15, 2025. Panel Interviews will be held week of September 22, 2025.

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

Safety: The Port promotes safety as a Core value and we seek to eliminate harm through a culture of active prevention, curiosity, evaluation, and action. We comply with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently look for improvements that support operational excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veteran's preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.

ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 503-415-6690 or email careers@portofportland.com.