Logistics Manager in Penrith

Balfour Beatty Highways are recruiting for a Logistics Manager based in Temple Sowerby near Penrith to conduct strategic and daily management of the Project logistics support function, including resource supply (aggregates, concrete, plant, haulage, site vehicles, storage operations and labour); soft and hard project
facilities management; and project security. 

Implementation and continuous improvement of a digital approach to logistics delivery to support construction activity.

Work collaboratively with other project disciplines including Operations, HSE, Quality, Design, Planning, Commercial, Procurement, Site Support.

Ensure the logistics of resources are coordinated in a safe and controlled manner, meeting programme, quality, and commercial targets. 

Act as a positive manager and role model on the Project.  

Below are some of the responsibilities of the role;

Responsible for formulating, leading, motivating, and managing the project logistics team; the team includes resource controllers, store personnel and security.

Responsible for coaching direct reports and mentoring inexperienced staff.

Responsible for developing and implementing the Project Construction Logistics and Security Strategy (CLSS); and updating when required.

Production  and agreement of resource forecast and schedules with the Construction Manager or Construction teams.

Visual display of resource schedules of resources planned against actual. 

‘Just in time’ provision of resources to the Construction teams

Project delivered ahead of or on programme

All logistics risks identified and controlled 

Development of direct reports

Ensure HSE targets and standards are maintained by: 

Oversee all movements of resources to and from site efficiently and ensuring associated records are kept and managed appropriately and in a digital manner. 

Ensure and enforce digital delivery management system.

Ensure that company standards / procedures and processes are implemented and maintained.

Use internal management systems related to logistics to provide accountability for the works which are being or are due to commence on site

Possess either a degree level qualification in Supply and Logistics or equivalent experience or knowledge of industry and activity from the ‘shop floor’ level upwards relating to logistics and supply or Construction Logistics

Previous construction experience or working within a construction environment

Supply Chain Management experience – management of customers and suppliers

Ability to communicate effectively to ensure customer relationships are managed, in addition to planning and organisation skills to deliver operational excellence and efficiency

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…