Senior Port Planning Consultant

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Senior Port Planning Consultant to join our Netherlands office.  As part of the Planner Group, the Senior Port Planning Consultant will lead and support strategic planning, simulation, and optimization projects across container, bulk, and general cargo terminals. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, simulation capabilities, and stakeholder engagement experience to deliver data-driven solutions for global port operators.

About Moffatt & Nichol: 

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading infrastructure advisor specialising in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines. Reflecting Moffatt & Nichol’s commitment to design innovation since 1945, Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked the company No. 1 design firm for Marine and Port Facilities in the United States and No. 7 internationally. 

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists, and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, the Americas,  the Middle East and Asia Pacific. The firm provides clients worldwide with customised service and a level of excellence that have become the firm’s hallmark in three primary practise areas—coastal, environmental, and water resources; ports and harbours; and transportation, bridges, and rail.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Terminal Planning & Simulation

• Lead master planning and design of port terminals (container, bulk, liquid, and general cargo)
• Conduct static and dynamic capacity analyses using simulation tools
• Evaluate CAPEX/OPEX tradeoffs and ROI for equipment and infrastructure investments
• Optimize cargo handling systems and terminal layouts for operational efficiency

Project Leadership & Client Engagement

• Manage end-to-end project delivery, including proposal development, execution, and client coordination
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings to align technical solutions with operational needs
• Represent the company in industry forums, webinars, and working groups (e.g., PIANC)

Technical Development & Mentorship

• Develop and enhance internal simulation models and planning tools
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal knowledge sharing
• Support business development through technical input and client presentations

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• PhD or MSc in Transport Technology, Port Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in port planning, terminal simulation, and logistics consultin.
• Proven track record in delivering high-impact projects for global operators (e.g., PSA, DP World, APMT)
• Strong proficiency in simulation and data tools (e.g., MATLAB, SQL, VBA)
• Experience with LEAN principles and performance monitoring in terminal operations
• Familiarity with PIANC guidelines and international port standards
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171

Working conditions:

Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions® serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities. We draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment.  Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.