Regional Industrial Projects Director, Southeast Asia

Crane Worldwide Logistics LLC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Worldwide Logistics LLC seeks a strategic leader to shape and drive regional Industrial Projects, focusing on complex opportunities with EPCs, operators, and industrial clients. You will lead RFQs, build a robust pipeline, and establish key partnerships to expand market presence.

You will oversee end-to-end project solutions, ensure feasibility with route surveys and risk assessments, and coordinate with engineering teams and vendors for lifting, transport and installation planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain or Business.
• 15+ years of experience in project logistics, project cargo, or heavy-lift forwarding.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, complex logistics projects.
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management within EPC or industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the regional Industrial Projects strategy aligned with global objectives.
• Identify, develop, and secure complex project opportunities with EPC contractors, project owners, and industrial clients.
• Lead RFQs, tenders, and solution-based sales efforts for large-scale projects.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline across target sectors (energy, mining, infrastructure, renewables).
• Establish strategic partnerships and expand market presence.
• Oversee development of end-to-end project logistics solutions, including multimodal transport strategies.
• Ensure technical feasibility through route surveys, load engineering, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and specialised vendors for lifting, transport, and installation planning.
• Review and approve complex technical and commercial proposals.
• Oversee execution of complex project cargo movements, including heavy-lift, breakbulk, and charter shipments.
• Time-critical, milestone-driven deliveries.
• Manage subcontractors, carriers, and specialised vendors.
• Drive risk mitigation, safety compliance, and operational excellence.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Business development

Stakeholder management

Leadership & team-building

Project logistics expertise

Multimodal transport planning

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP/PRINCE2 certification

Job description

Description

Strategic Leadership & Business Development

• Define and execute the regional Industrial Projects strategy aligned with global objectives

• Identify, develop, and secure complex project opportunities with EPC contractors, project owners, and industrial clients

• Lead RFQs, tenders, and solution-based sales efforts for large-scale projects

• Build and maintain a strong pipeline across target sectors (energy, mining, infrastructure, renewables)

• Establish strategic partnerships and expand market presence

Project Solution Design & Technical Oversight

• Oversee development of end-to-end project logistics solutions, including multimodal transport strategies

• Ensure technical feasibility through route surveys, load engineering, and risk assessments

• Collaborate with engineering teams and specialised vendors for lifting, transport, and installation planning

• Review and approve complex technical and commercial proposals

Operational Execution & Delivery

• Oversee execution of complex project cargo movements, including:

• Heavy-lift and oversized cargo
• Breakbulk and charter shipments
• Time-critical, milestone-driven deliveries
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in line with client expectations
• Manage subcontractors, carriers, and specialised vendors
• Drive risk mitigation, safety compliance, and operational excellence

Financial & P&L Management

• Own full regional P&L, including revenue growth and margin performance

• Develop pricing strategies and cost models for complex projects

• Monitor financial performance, forecasting, and cost control

• Drive profitability through effective procurement and vendor management

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as senior point of contact for key clients, EPCs, and strategic partners

• Build long-term relationships with clients and industry stakeholders

• Interface with port authorities, customs agencies, and regulatory bodies

• Represent the company in client engagements, industry forums, and commercial discussions

Leadership & Capability Development

• Build and lead a high-performing team across commercial, operations, and engineering functions

• Establish SOPs, governance frameworks, and best practices for project execution

• Mentor and develop internal talent, including project managers and analysts

• Drive continuous improvement in execution quality, safety, and customer experience

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to originate and close complex project business
• Deep understanding of project logistics, including heavy-lift, breakbulk, and OOG transport
• Experience with multimodal transport planning and execution
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to operate in high-pressure, dynamic project environments
• Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability

EDUCATION AND DIRECT Work experience

• Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business preferred)
• 15+ years of experience in project logistics, project cargo, or heavy-lift forwarding
• Proven experience managing large-scale, complex logistics projects
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management within EPC or industrial sectors

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) preferred
• Additional technical or engineering certifications are an advantage