Senior Project Manager

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.  

Read more at www.dsv.com 

Location: USA - Houston, 831 

Division: Air & Sea 
Job Posting Title: Senior Project Manager
Time Type: Full Time

Summary

DSV is a leading logistics company dedicated to delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team and lead the team in ensuring the successful planning and execution of logistics for a series of projects for a major client.

As a Senior Project Manager at DSV, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the efficient movement of materials, equipment, and personnel across various project sites. Your role will be critical in ensuring timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. You will lead a team of logistics professionals who are based in DSV’s Houston office and work closely with cross-functional teams to streamline operations, optimize project timelines and deliver materials on-time to end users.

This is the top logistics role for the project and as such the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate experience with factors such as.

• Program level management – this is a long-term position spanning multiple projects within any given time frame, with an ever-changing profile of material movements.
• Material management – The projects have a broad range of material management/control requirements.
• Major/mega project – The projects are high value, complex, and geographically diverse. Project Logistics experience is required in this area.
• Logistics planning and execution strategies.
• Applying systems, technology, tools configured to meet the project requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be the clients key contact for the overall operational performance of the companies’ services as it relates to the client’s portfolio of projects in hand.
• Must be able to develop and implement comprehensive logistics strategies to support the timely and efficient delivery of materials, equipment, and personnel to designated project sites.
• Can Lead, mentor, and oversee a team of logistics professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment while ensuring the team's adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Will coordinate closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and procurement specialists, to align logistics activities with project timelines and requirements.
• Monitors and optimize logistics processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize project delays.
• Will collaborate with external stakeholders, including vendors, transportation companies, and regulatory agencies, to ensure compliance with local and international logistics regulations and standards.
• Can develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and service providers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.
• Will prepare and present regular progress reports, budget updates, and risk assessments to senior management, highlighting key logistics achievements, challenges, and recommendations for conti