Logistics Director

Overview

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Job Summary

We are looking for a results-driven Logistics Director with a strong background in establishing site wide logistics on large-scale infrastructure projects. As a key member of the executive team, the ideal candidate will bring experience establishing the internal infrastructure of large-scale projects to facilitate the movement of people, materials, and equipment to support high-value, multi-phase construction programs. With construction works being undertaken alongside an operational airport, this individual will need to engage with both internal and external stakeholders to understand their requirements and integrate them into the project strategy for establishing common use facilities and utilities. Work will be conducted with the overall project's best interest in mind, and the Logistics Director will establish a site wide logistics team that will be responsible for its execution, compliance, innovation, budget management, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop and issue comprehensive logistics plans and procedures that are aligned with project phases, traffic management requirements, and construction delivery and workforce strategies.
• Interface with the project executive team in relation to project requirements and direction. Lead discussions in relation to the site wide logistic strategy and its progress.
• Interface with external airport stakeholders to identify requirements and ensure all work being undertaken is done in collaboration with airport operations.
• Interface with internal project stakeholders to ensure that site wide logistics requirements are understood, and that all contractors will provide and comply with site wide logistics directions.
• Interface with external authorities and organization in the establishment of site wide operations.
• Site worker and vehicle entry / exit gates and connection with external road network
• Internal haul road, parking, staging area establishment, maintenance and operation
• Review available information to ascertain current external traffic conditions and instigate a construction traffic impact study to ascertain project impact.
• Produce a strategy to identify changes required to the external road network and establish gate and internal road operational requirements to accommodate expected numbers
• Construct, operate and maintain the road network to ensure that it meets projects requirements
• Communicate with all stakeholders in relation to any changes to the operation of the road / gate network. Including direction in relation to closure of roads / gates.
• Create and implement a procedure for land allocation requests.
• Build and maintain communication channels with stakeholders engaged in development, planning, and permitting to ensure land availability and adherence to permit requirements.
• Oversee the return of all land within the designated timeframe and in the conditions agreed upon.
• Worker, vehicle and visitor registration
• Traffic and fleet management
• Access control and CCTV integration
• Smart worker technology and AI incident detection
• Oversee the use of a Geographic Information System to capture all required site wide logistics data and display the current status of logistics infrastructure and land.
• Oversee the commercial process for the identification of site wide logistics requirements, tender, negotiation, award and execution of logistics contracts.
• Maintain, update and present to project management details relating to the logistics budget / funding requirements.
• Interacts with project management to review logistics strategies in consideration of cost, risk, and schedule assessments
• Negotiates Logistics Service Provider agreements to maximize project commercial and technical interests
• Provides cost, transportability, Service, and terms and conditions analysis as requested to assist with project proposals, goods purchases, and the selection of Traffic & Logistics Service Providers
• Leads the preparation of logistics studies including site and Logistics Service Provider facility visits
• Ensures audit and processing of Logistics Service Provider invoices in accordance with project procedure
• Prepares logistics reports or performance metrics as required to satisfy project information requirements
• Identify all required team members, establish roles and responsibilities, and initiate the hiring process.
• Establish, lead, coach, and grow a high-performing logistics team.
• Lead team development opportunities and encourage a collaborative work environment

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline; MBA or Master's preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in logistics and supply chain roles within the construction or infrastructure sectors.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing large teams and multimillion-dollar logistics budgets.
• Demonstrated experience managing logistics for complex, multi-year projects such as airport terminals, industrial plants, or smart city developments.
• Strong analytical, budgeting, and negotiation skills.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Familiarity with major construction and logistics tools such as SAP, Oracle SCM, Procore, Aconex, or Bentley.
• Familiarity with BIM, GIS, digital twin, or smart construction logistics technologies.
• Bilingual or multilingual capabilities are a plus, especially Arabic.

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Diversity and Equal Opportunity

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to

Other

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Construction

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