Construction Logistics Coordinator

Mactech Energy Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction logistics company in the UK is seeking a Construction Logistics Coordinator to oversee material distribution within assigned construction areas. The ideal candidate should have experience in logistics and strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include coordinating logistics operations, acting as the primary contact for teams, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proficiency in logistics software is essential, while health and safety qualifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong practical problem-solving abilities.
• Solid understanding of safety and regulatory standards.
• Relevant experience in logistics or materials management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee logistics operations and coordinate material movements.
• Act as a primary contact for external vendors and teams.
• Identify logistics bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Logistics Coordination

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Background in logistics

Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)

Power BI

Job description

Overview

The Construction Logistics Coordinator coordinates material distribution within assigned construction areas, ensuring smooth delivery from the IDPA to construction areas. They act as the primary contact for consignment teams, G4S checkpoints, and traffic marshallers, ensuring logistics align with project timelines and construction needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end logistics operations across assigned construction areas.
• Coordinate material movements, ensuring smooth delivery to designated work areas.
• Act as the primary point of contact for consignment acceptance teams, G4S checkpoints, and traffic marshallers.
• Ensure seamless integration of logistics operations with project timelines.
• Collaborate with Site Operations and Delivery Coordination Teams to implement logistics strategies.
• Lead the development and execution of logistics solutions that align with project objectives and industry best practices.
• Continuously improve logistics processes to manage risks and enhance operational efficiency.
• Serve as the primary logistics point of contact for internal teams and external vendors involved in the distribution process.
• Monitor and evaluate delivery timelines, safety compliance, and traffic management performance.
• Use data-driven analysis to identify areas for process improvement.
• Provide regular updates to the Construction Logistics Lead, highlighting successes, risks, and areas requiring further attention.

Challenges and Problem Solving

• Escalate disruptions and coordinate resolution on behalf of the area Construction Logistics Lead.
• Identify bottlenecks or unforeseen obstacles in material flow and resolve them swiftly.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, and environmental regulations while maintaining alignment with construction priorities and milestones.

Decision-Making

The Construction Logistics Coordinator is responsible for making timely decisions or escalations to ensure the efficient flow of materials across construction areas. They resolve logistical situational challenges and review logistics data to identify potential issues or delays and take corrective actions to mitigate disruptions.

Principal Accountabilities

• Logistics Coordination: Oversee the end-to-end logistics process for material distribution within assigned construction areas.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for consignment acceptance teams, G4S checkpoints, traffic marshallers, and external vendors.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and evaluate delivery timelines, compliance with safety regulations, and traffic management performance.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and address logistics bottlenecks, disruptions, or delays, taking corrective actions in real-time.
• Process Improvement: Continuously analyze logistics processes and implement improvements to increase operational efficiency.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Construction organisation and Programme Logistics and HPC Logistics incl. 3PL Partner, and other stakeholders to ensure logistics are aligned with construction milestones and project timelines.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate should have a background in logistics, with an understanding of distribution logistics, route management, and traffic control within construction environments. They should be proficient in capturing data to enable effective monitoring of logistics performance. Good communication skills are essential to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external vendors, ensuring smooth coordination of logistics operations.

• Strong practical problem-solving abilities, allowing identification and resolution of logistical challenges quickly.
• Solid understanding of safety and regulatory standards.
• Relevant experience in logistics or materials management within construction or regulated industries.
• Familiarity with logistics software tools.
• Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH) are advantageous.
• Experience in regulated industries (nuclear, aerospace, or rail) is desirable.

Tools and Software

• Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• Power BI (Performance Analytics & Reporting)