Regional Director, Industrial Projects – Northern Europe

Crane Worldwide Logistics; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Worldwide Logistics is seeking a Senior Project Director – Northern Europe to lead commercial development, operational execution, and financial performance for the Industrial Projects business in the region.

The role covers heavy-lift, breakbulk, and out-of-gauge cargo movements across energy, infrastructure and renewables sectors, with home or office-based work and regional/international travel as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business preferred)
• Significant experience within project logistics, project cargo, freight forwarding, or industrial transportation environments
• Experience managing complex logistics solutions and customer projects across international markets
• Proven background in commercial development, customer relationship management, and operational delivery

Responsibilities

• Support and execute the regional Industrial Projects strategy aligned with broader business objectives
• Identify, develop, and secure project logistics opportunities with industrial clients, EPC contractors, and project stakeholders
• Support RFQs, tenders, and solution-based commercial proposals for complex logistics projects
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline across target sectors including energy, infrastructure, renewables, and industrial manufacturing
• Develop strategic relationships and support regional market growth initiatives
• Oversee the development of end-to-end project logistics solutions, including multimodal transportation strategies
• Support technical feasibility reviews including route assessments, transport planning, and operational risk evaluation
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external service providers on lifting, transportation, and installation planning where required
• Review technical and commercial proposals to ensure operational and commercial viability
• Oversee execution of complex project cargo movements, including heavy-lift, breakbulk, and charter shipments
• Coordinate with subcontractors, carriers, and specialist logistics provider
• Promote operational excellence, risk mitigation, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards
• Own full regional P&L, including revenue growth and margin performance
• Support regional revenue growth and profitability objectives
• Develop pricing models and commercial solutions for complex projects
• Monitor financial performance, forecasting, and project cost control
• Support procurement activities and vendor management to ensure commercial effectiveness
• Act as a senior contact for customers, project stakeholders, and strategic partners
• Build and maintain strong long-term business relationships
• Coordinate with relevant authorities, regulatory bodies, and logistics partners as required
• Represent the business in customer meetings, commercial discussions, and industry events
• Support the development of a collaborative and high-performing regional projects team.
• Promote consistent operating procedures, governance standards, and best practices
• Mentor and support the development of project logistics personnel and internal talent
• Encourage continuous improvement in execution quality, customer service, and operational performance

Skills

Strategic leadership

Business development

RFQ/tenders

Stakeholder management

Multimodal transport planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business

Tools

PMP/PRINCE2

Job description

Crane Worldwide Logistics is seeking a Senior Project Director – Northern Europe to lead commercial development, operational execution, and financial performance for the Industrial Projects business in the region.

The role covers heavy-lift, breakbulk, and out-of-gauge cargo movements across energy, infrastructure and renewables sectors, with home or office-based work and regional/international travel as required.