Strategic Construction Logistics Manager - UAE Contracting

Confidential, Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardinia Contracting in Dubai seeks an experienced Logistics Manager with a UAE contracting background to oversee all logistics for construction projects. You will plan, coordinate, and control the movement of materials, equipment, and manpower to ensure timely execution while complying with UAE regulations.

The role requires 10–15 years of UAE contracting logistics experience, fleet and warehouse oversight, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Admin, Engineering or related field.
• 10–15 years of UAE contracting/construction logistics experience.
• Experience handling logistics for large-scale building, high-rise, villa, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of UAE transportation regs, customs, and supply chain practices.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, MS Office and logistics management software.
• Bilingual English and Arabic is mandatory; UAE driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement logistics strategies to support construction project requirements.
• Manage transport, delivery, storage, and distribution across multiple sites.
• Coordinate with procurement, PM, warehouse and site teams for resource availability.
• Monitor schedules and resolve transport or supply chain issues to avoid delays.
• Oversee fleet operations, maintenance coordination, and utilization optimization.
• Oversee warehouse and inventory management and material tracking.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with transporters, suppliers, and logistics providers.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, safety standards and company policies.
• Prepare logistics plans, reports, and performance metrics for management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization.
• Lead and develop the logistics team for operational excellence.
• Coordinate heavy equipment mobilization and demobilization activities.

Skills

Logistics management

Planning

Coordination

Leadership

ERP systems

MS Office

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Bilingual English/Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Gardinia Contracting in Dubai seeks an experienced Logistics Manager with a UAE contracting background to oversee all logistics for construction projects. You will plan, coordinate, and control the movement of materials, equipment, and manpower to ensure timely execution while complying with UAE regulations.

The role requires 10–15 years of UAE contracting logistics experience, fleet and warehouse oversight, and strong leadership.