Logistics Manager, Aviation

Bechtel Oil, Gas & Chemicals Incorporated; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major infrastructure company in Greater London is seeking a Logistics Manager for a critical airport construction project. This role requires a construction background and proven experience in logistics. The successful candidate will oversee all logistics operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in a high-traffic environment. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential to lead multidisciplinary teams and adhere to project schedules and budgets. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact groundbreaking aviation projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Inclusive workplace

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capability in construction delivery and logistics of complex infrastructure works.
• Experience of stakeholder management on major projects and maintain clear communication.
• Ability to effectively lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Providing constructability input to optimise construction sequencing.
• Developing comprehensive logistics strategies for project execution.
• Managing logistics interfaces between construction teams and airport operations.
• Driving innovation in logistics planning and adherence to project schedules.
• Setting and meeting cost and schedule targets.

Skills

Construction delivery

Logistics management

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree (or international equivalent)

Job description

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world’s infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers’ objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start‑up and operations.

Join us for an extraordinary opportunity.

Be part of a major aviation project in the Greater London area, that will redefine the future of air travel and delivery excellence. We’re building a dynamic team to plan and deliver complex, high‑impact work, at the heart of one of the region’s most innovative and fast‑moving developments.

If you’re motivated, hands‑on, and thrive in the energy of large‑scale infrastructure and aviation projects, this is your opportunity to thrive and make a real difference. Join a collaborative, fast‑paced environment, where ambition, collaboration, and momentum drive success – and play a pivotal role in delivering transformation projects that will shape the future of aviation.

The project scope includes planning, design, integration and delivery of major airfield infrastructure, buildings, systems and associated periphery infrastructure.

Job Summary:

The Logistics Manager will play a critical role in delivering a major airport construction project in the London area. This position requires a strong construction background and proven experience in complex, live operational environments. The successful candidate will lead all aspects of construction logistics and traffic management, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations within an active airport setting. Your oversight will ensure productivity and compliance with project policies, procedures, and job‑site work rules and procedures, and that work is able to be performed within specifications, schedules and budgets. This role demands exceptional leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams in a high‑security, high‑traffic environment.

Major Responsibilities:

• Providing constructability input to optimise construction sequencing and minimise disruption.
• Developing and implementing comprehensive logistics strategies, including material handling, site access, traffic flow, and stakeholder coordination.
• Managing logistics interfaces between construction teams, airport operations, and regulatory authorities to maintain safety and operational continuity.
• Driving innovation and best practices in construction logistics planning, ensuring adherence to project schedules and cost targets.
• Establishes and ensures compliance with project procedures necessary to perform construction in accordance with project technical requirements.
• Implements the project controls tools to assure that direct hire work performed is within budget and schedule.
• Sets and meets cost and schedule targets.
• Implements Project ES&H program.
• Coordinates with Design on constructability issues.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor’s or master’s degree (or international equivalent) and relevant experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated capability in construction delivery and logistics of complex infrastructure works.
• Experience of stakeholder management on major projects and maintain clear communication with them.
• Able to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of Safety, Health and Welfare at work Regulations.
• Proven ability to understand and contribute to the development of project implementation and associated commercial strategies for large‑scale projects.
• Ability to effectively lead teams.

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