Logistics Coordinator – Freight Brokerage

Mercer Technical Services; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate matching andvest

Comprehensive benefits

PPO, HSA, FSA

Cost savings and efficiency programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mercer Technical Services (MTS), a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator in Spring, TX to coordinate end-to-end freight movements and ensure on-time delivery across multiple lanes and modes.

You will source and secure capacity with carriers and brokers, negotiate rates, manage load lifecycles, and maintain clear communication with drivers and internal teams to drive cost efficiency and project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
• 1–5+ years of experience in freight brokerage, 3PL, or transportation logistics, with direct experience booking loads, sourcing capacity, negotiating carrier rates, and managing shipments end-to-end
• Strong understanding of FTL/LTL, carrier networks, freight lanes, and market pricing
• Experience operating in a fast-paced, high-volume brokerage or logistics environment, managing multiple shipments simultaneously
• Experience with flatbed, heavy haul, or project-based freight, ideally supporting construction, energy, or infrastructure projects
• Ability to negotiate effectively, build carrier relationships, and secure capacity quickly

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end freight movements (FTL, LTL, flatbed, specialized equipment) from origin to delivery
• Source and secure capacity by working directly with carriers, brokers, and transportation providers
• Negotiate rates and service terms to ensure cost-effective and reliable transportation solutions
• Manage load lifecycle including loading posting/coverage, rate confirmations, tracking and check calls, delivery verification
• Maintain constant communication with drivers, carriers, and internal stakeholders to ensure execution
• Track shipments in real-time and proactively resolve delays, breakdowns, or reassignments
• Build and maintain relationships with carrier networks and transportation partners
• Utilize TMS platforms and load boards to manage and execute shipments
• Support high-volume operations by managing multiple loads and lanes simultaneously
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and process optimization

Skills

Freight brokerage

3PL

Carrier sourcing

Rate negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Multi-lane coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Tools

TMS platforms

DAT

Truckstop

Job description

About Us

MTS Quanta, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR) company, has a rich history spanning over a century, providing transportation and logistics solutions. Our current mission is focused on expanding this legacy to encompass specialty logistics for infrastructure contractors across various sectors. We specialize in the procurement, warehousing, and transportation of materials across diverse modes of transportation - land, rail, and water. This comprehensive approach enables us to adeptly address the material challenges faced by our clients, including several Quanta Services companies.

Our journey, which began with mule teams in Texas, has seen a remarkable transformation. From transporting pipe in Alaska to expanding our operations globally, we have continually adapted and grew. At the heart of our service is a deep understanding of the risks our clients face. We don't just provide logistics; we offer solutions that help manage and mitigate these risks, ensuring the success of our clients' projects.

We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About This Role

Mercer Technical Services (MTS), a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator with hands-on freight brokerage or 3PL experience to join our team in Spring, TX (The Woodlands area).

This role is ideal for someone who has worked in a fast-paced brokerage or transportation environment and understands how to source carriers, negotiate rates, and move freight efficiently across multiple lanes.

You will play a critical role in coordinating the movement of materials and equipment across complex infrastructure projects, ensuring on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and operational execution.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate end-to-end freight movements (FTL, LTL, flatbed, specialized equipment) from origin to delivery


• Source and secure capacity by working directly with carriers, brokers, and transportation providers


• Negotiate rates and service terms to ensure cost-effective and reliable transportation solutions


• Manage load lifecycle including:
  
  
  
  • load posting / coverage
  
  
  • rate confirmations
  
  
  • tracking and check calls
  
  
  • delivery verification
  
  
  
  


• Maintain constant communication with drivers, carriers, and internal stakeholders to ensure execution


• Track shipments in real-time and proactively resolve issues such as delays, breakdowns, or reassignments


• Build and maintain relationships with carrier networks and transportation partners


• Utilize TMS platforms and load boards (DAT, Truckstop, etc.) to manage and execute shipments


• Support high-volume operations by managing multiple loads and lanes simultaneously


• Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and process optimization

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred


• 1–5+ years of experience in freight brokerage, 3PL, or transportation logistics, with direct experience booking loads, sourcing capacity, negotiating carrier rates, and managing shipments end-to-end


• Strong understanding of FTL/LTL, carrier networks, freight lanes, and market pricing


• Experience operating in a fast-paced, high-volume brokerage or logistics environment, managing multiple shipments simultaneously


• Experience with flatbed, heavy haul, or project-based freight, ideally supporting construction, energy, or infrastructure projects


• Ability to negotiate effectively, build carrier relationships, and secure capacity quickly


• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage delays, disruptions, and real-time issues


• Excellent communication skills and a strong sense of urgency with high attention to detail

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting


• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  
  
  
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
  
  
  
  


• Short term and long term benefits


• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.