Construction Logistics Manager - Hotel Construction Development
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This is a fully on-site position based in the Bahamas.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Construction Logistics Manager to lead end-to-end logistics operations for construction materials across shipment, storage, and distribution. This role is critical to ensuring operational excellence across complex construction projects and requires a hands-on, on-site presence in the Bahamas.
The successful candidate will combine strong operational leadership with commercial and financial acumen, driving service excellence while building long-term partnerships with clients, contractors, and key stakeholders through practical, on-the-ground execution and data-driven decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Operations & Business Performance
- Lead full-cycle logistics operations, including shipment tracking, storage, inventory, and distribution of construction materials and equipment
- Maintain full inventory accountability, ensuring accuracy and traceability across all stages
- Ensure seamless execution of inbound, outbound, and value-added services aligned with project timelines
- Deliver against key SLAs and KPIs, including productivity, service levels, safety, and inventory accuracy
- Align logistics operations with construction schedules and client objectives
- Proactively resolve logistics challenges and ensure compliance with customs and construction requirements
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders, including clients, brokers, contractors, procurement, and construction teams
- Lead governance forums (QBRs, MBRs), presenting performance insights and continuous improvement plans
- Identify and implement efficiency opportunities and logistics solutions
- Negotiate scope adjustments, service levels, and commercial agreements in alignment with project strategy
- Drive high client satisfaction and long-term partnership development
Financial Leadership & Cost Optimization
- Oversee full cost structure, including labor, security, overhead, consumables, and capital investments
- Drive cost efficiencies through process optimization, productivity improvements, and operational controls
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and logistics planning processes
- Analyze performance variances and implement corrective actions aligned with customs and construction standards
Team Leadership & Organizational Development
- Lead and develop teams of 10-40 employees, including supervisors, coordinators, and H&S personnel
- Build organizational capability through succession planning and leadership development
- Foster a high-performance, safety-focused culture based on accountability and engagement
- Align workforce planning with project demands and operational requirements
Experience & Background
- 10 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or construction logistics operations
- Proven track record in senior leadership roles with accountability for operations, cost, and service delivery
- Experience managing large-scale, high-volume projects within construction or 3PL environments
- Strong background in client/account management with direct stakeholder engagement
- Demonstrated success delivering measurable improvements in cost, productivity, and service levels
- Experience implementing reporting systems, analytics, and operational tracking tools
- Implement and leverage advanced systems and tools such as Kestrel (or similar), Procore, Power BI, Primavera, or MS Project
- Optimize processes, warehouse layouts, and labor models to improve throughput and reduce costs
- Champion a data-driven and pragmatic on-site approach to decision-making
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational and commercial performance
Core Competencies
- Strategic leadership across logistics, customs, and procurement
- Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
- Data-driven and analytical mindset
- Hands-on, practical decision-making on-site
- Continuous improvement orientation
- Executive communication capabilities
- Experience with automation and digital transformation initiatives
- Solid experience working with customs brokers and agents
- Strong understanding of construction logistics (materials, storage, and distribution)
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Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.