Construction Logistics Manager

O’Neill & Brennan; Exeter; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

O’Neill & Brennan is seeking an experienced Senior Logistics Manager to lead the site logistics on a major Devon construction project. You will oversee a sizeable logistics team, coordinate deliveries, crane activity and multi-front work fronts, ensuring safe, efficient operations.

This is a long-term freelance opportunity with an immediate start and a daily rate of £350–£450, reflecting your proven track record on large-scale schemes and your ability to align site logistics with project aims.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large, complex site logistics operations on major construction projects.
• Strong ability to coordinate crane activity, deliveries and access on busy multi-front sites.
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills with a focus on safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day site logistics operation.
• Lead, coordinate and manage a sizeable logistics team, including Logistics Supervisors.
• Manage site access, deliveries, material movements, storage and distribution.
• Coordinate crane activity and lifting requirements alongside the wider project team.
• Develop and maintain effective logistics strategies as the project progresses.
• Coordinate logistics requirements across multiple work fronts.
• Work closely with project management, subcontractors and the wider supply chain.
• Proactively identify logistical constraints and implement practical solutions.
• Maintain accurate written records and appropriate audit trails.
• Ensure all logistics activities are undertaken safely and efficiently in accordance with site procedures.

Skills

Logistics management

Crane coordination

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Team management

Education

Construction site certifications

Job description

Senior Logistics Manager

Location: Devon

Rate: £350–£450 per day

Contract: Freelance / Contract

Duration: Minimum 2 years anticipated

Start: Immediate

O’Neill & Brennan are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Logistics Manager to join a major construction project in Devon.

This is an excellent long-term freelance opportunity on a large, logistically complex scheme requiring an experienced individual to take ownership of the wider site logistics operation.

The project is already operating with a substantial site workforce, multiple cranes and numerous concurrent work fronts, with activity expected to increase as the scheme progresses.

The successful Senior Logistics Manager will lead a sizeable logistics team, including supervisory-level staff, and will work closely with the wider project management team, subcontractors and supply chain to ensure the site continues to operate safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day site logistics operation
• Lead, coordinate and manage a sizeable logistics team, including Logistics Supervisors
• Manage site access, deliveries, material movements, storage and distribution
• Coordinate crane activity and lifting requirements alongside the wider project team
• Develop and maintain effective logistics strategies as the project progresses
• Coordinate logistics requirements across multiple work fronts
• Work closely with project management, subcontractors and the wider supply chain
• Proactively identify logistical constraints and implement practical solutions
• Maintain accurate written records and appropriate audit trails
• Ensure all logistics activities are undertaken safely and efficiently in accordance with site procedures

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for an experienced Logistics Manager / Senior Logistics Manager who can demonstrate:

• A strong background working on major construction projects
• Experience managing large and complex site logistics operations
• Previous responsibility for sizeable logistics teams and supervisory staff
• Strong knowledge of crane coordination, deliveries, access and material movements
• Experience operating within busy, multi-phase construction environments
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management ability
• The confidence to effectively manage differing personalities and challenging situations
• A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail
• The discipline to appropriately document instructions, agreements and key decisions
• Appropriate construction qualifications and site certification

Previous experience working for a Tier 1 or major main contractor on large-scale construction projects would be highly advantageous.

Rate & Duration

£350–£450 per day, dependent upon experience and suitability.

The priority is securing the right individual, with flexibility available for candidates who can demonstrate the level of experience required to successfully manage a logistics operation of this scale.

There is a minimum of two years’ work anticipated for the right candidate, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Logistics Manager seeking genuine long-term freelance stability in Devon.

Immediate start available.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation