Global Project Cargo Lead: Heavy Lift & Multimodal

DSV; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Project Logistics Manager to lead door-to-door project logistics for heavy lift and module transport, from planning to final delivery.

You will develop execution plans, coordinate multimodal operations, manage budgets, and lead a 3-5 person team, ensuring safety, schedule and cost targets.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, carriers, port operators and customers, delivering complex cargo on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Education in logistics or related discipline is required.
• 5-8 years in project logistics, heavy lift, breakbulk or project cargo operations.
• Strong planning, coordination and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead full door-to-door project logistics operations from planning through final delivery.
• Develop and manage detailed project execution plans, schedules, milestones and risk registers.
• Coordinate multimodal transportation including international freight, road, sea, barge, rail, heavy haul and lifting operations.
• Manage movement of oversized, out-of-gauge, breakbulk and project cargo.
• Ensure deliveries are safe, on schedule and within budget; lead a team of 3-5 professionals.

Skills

Project Planning

Team Leadership

Multimodal Transportation

Risk Management

Negotiation

Budget & Cost Control

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

HSE & Compliance

Communication & Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's / Master’s in Logistics or related

Job description

DSV in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Project Logistics Manager to lead door-to-door project logistics for heavy lift and module transport, from planning to final delivery.

You will develop execution plans, coordinate multimodal operations, manage budgets, and lead a 3-5 person team, ensuring safety, schedule and cost targets.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, carriers, port operators and customers, delivering complex cargo on time and within scope.