Logistics Manager

STRABAG Real Estate GmbH; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for a Logistics Manager in Manchester to oversee logistics operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficiency in material movement. Ideal candidates will have extensive logistics experience, especially in large-scale projects, along with strong leadership skills and a proactive approach. The role includes developing logistics plans, managing supply chains, and interfacing with stakeholders. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to sustainable growth and innovation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in logistics, preferably in large scale construction or tunnelling projects.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capability.
• Strong IT literacy, confident with logistics management systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all logistics operations ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Develop construction logistics plans tailored to the project requirements.
• Monitor logistics compliance across internal teams and the supply chain.

Skills

Logistics experience in construction or tunnelling

Leadership and team management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT literacy with logistics systems

Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards

CSCS

First aid at work

SSSTS

CILT membership

CLOCS trained

UK driving licence

Job description

We currently have an exciting opening for an experienced Logistics professional to join our team in Manchester. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of STRABAG UK. To find out more about the role, take a look at the description below.

• Extensive experience in logistics, preferably in large scale construction or tunnelling projects.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capability, with experience in supervising teams.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong IT literacy, confident with logistics management systems.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental standards relevant to construction logistics planning.
• CSCS.
• First aid at work.
• SSSTS
• CILT membership.
• CLOCS trained
• Full UK driving licence

STRABAG - More than just a construction company

As the Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for the planning, coordinating and overseeing of all logistics operations. This role ensures the efficient movement and delivery of materials, equipment, personnel and services to support project schedules, maximise site productivity and maintain compliance with safety standards. Playing a key role in the project delivery, you will interface with stakeholders, including construction managers, statutory authorities, community and other project delivery teams to deliver a best in class service.

Key Responsibilities

• In conjunction with the consents team, ensure that Construction Traffic Management Plans are fully developed and maintained.
• Develop construction logistics plans tailored to the project requirements.
• Ensuring Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) are delivered in accordance with the programme, identifying strategies to improve schedule and cost performance.
• Monitor logistics compliance, process and procedure adherence across internal teams and the supply chain.
• Conduct risk assessments and implementation of mitigation measures.
• Support the implementation and operation of park and ride facilities.
• Proactive supply chain engagement to align expectations and mitigate risks.
• Preparation of periodic reports on logistics measurements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage logistics gate procedures and onsite logistics including store management.
• Ensure compliance with import and export procedures.

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

Kontakt

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