Construction Logistics Manager – Site & Safety Lead

Balfour Beatty plc; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager for the ASTI Netherton Project in Aberdeen. You will own the project logistics plan, coordinating deliveries, cranes, traffic movements and the wider site logistics team to support the construction programme.

You will lead subcontractors and the logistics team, ensuring safety, compliance and on-time delivery while collaborating with the project delivery team and stakeholders across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering construction site logistics plans.
• Experience coordinating site deliveries, plant, cranes, and traffic management.
• Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Ability to plan logistics around construction programmes.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day delivery and coordination of the project logistics plan.
• Plan, coordinate and manage site logistics including cranes, site deliveries, traffic movements, traffic marshals and associated logistical requirements.
• Work closely with the project delivery team to ensure logistics activities support the overall construction programme.
• Lead and coordinate the logistics team, ensuring individuals are appropriately inducted, briefed and understand their responsibilities.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers, monitoring attendance, progress and performance while ensuring logistical and contractual requirements are met.
• Develop and monitor short-term programmes and plans to support effective site operations and upcoming construction activities.
• Coordinate the movement and availability of materials, resources, plant and supply chain activity to meet scheduled deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records and provide clear updates on logistics performance and upcoming requirements.
• Support daily Short Interval Control (SIC) and weekly project meetings, identifying potential constraints before they impact delivery.
• Deliver regular Toolbox Talks and promote effective communication across the logistics and site teams.
• Maintain a relentless focus on Zero Harm, leading by example and promoting a positive health and safety culture.
• Take responsibility for health, safety and welfare within your area of control, including employees, subcontractors, supply chain partners and members of the public.

Skills

Logistics planning

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

CSCS Card

SMSTS

Job description

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager for the ASTI Netherton Project in Aberdeen. You will own the project logistics plan, coordinating deliveries, cranes, traffic movements and the wider site logistics team to support the construction programme.

You will lead subcontractors and the logistics team, ensuring safety, compliance and on-time delivery while collaborating with the project delivery team and stakeholders across the site.