Senior Manager, Projects

DSV Road Transport-posted about 1 month ago
$97,000 - $145,000/Yr
Full-time • Manager
Houston, TX
5,001-10,000 employees
Support Activities for Transportation
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DSV Projects & Industry Solutions (DPIS) is a global leader in the management of complex, large-scale logistics for energy, construction, and industrial projects. We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Senior Manager -to lead a diverse team of Senior and Junior Project Managers, as well as Specialized Transportation SMEs, in delivering best-in-class project logistics solutions across multiple clients and sectors. This position is a strategic leadership role responsible for developing people, driving operational excellence, ensuring project delivery consistency, and maintaining DSV's standards of quality, safety, and performance. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned logistics professional with deep project execution experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to guide high-performing teams in a dynamic environment.

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary team of Senior Project Managers, Junior Project Managers, and Specialized Transport SMEs.
  • Foster a collaborative, accountable, and performance-driven culture with a focus on professional growth and technical excellence.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, goal setting, and succession planning aligned with DSV's talent development framework.
  • Promote cross-functional learning between PMs and SMEs to enhance team versatility and collective capability.
  • Serve as a role model in embodying DSV's values and leadership principles.
  • Provide portfolio-level leadership across multiple client projects, ensuring each project meets scope, budget, schedule, and safety requirements.
  • Oversee the planning and execution of multimodal logistics activities, including heavy-lift, out-of-gauge, and specialized transport operations.
  • Ensure consistent use of DSV project management standards, tools, and reporting systems across all teams.
  • Review and approve project execution plans, risk registers, schedules, and budgets prepared by team members.
  • Monitor performance metrics (KPI, margin, delivery compliance, HSSE) and take corrective action as required.
  • Establish and enforce governance frameworks for project reviews, audits, and client reporting.
  • Ensure all project activities adhere to DSV's Quality Management System, HSE requirements, and relevant industry standards (ISO, OSHA, DOT, IMDG, etc.).
  • Review incident investigations, root cause analyses, and ensure lessons learned are integrated into process improvements.
  • Promote a "Zero Harm" culture across all project activities.
  • Act as senior point of escalation and strategic contact for key clients and partners.
  • Oversee client engagement across multiple programs, ensuring proactive communication and delivery confidence.
  • Support business development by contributing to pre-bid strategy, client presentations, and scope definition for major tenders.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and transport partners to secure best-in-class performance and commercial terms.
  • Supervise and guide Specialized Transport SMEs in planning, route surveys, engineering reviews, and method statements for heavy-lift or over-dimensional cargo.
  • Review technical drawings, rigging plans, and transport simulations to validate feasibility and safety compliance.
  • Coordinate with engineering, chartering, and site logistics teams to align multimodal operations seamlessly.
  • Ensure that specialized equipment selection and vendor utilization align with project and regulatory requirements.
  • Identify opportunities for process optimization, digitalization, and cost reduction across the project lifecycle.
  • Drive standardization of procedures and promote the implementation of best practices across all regions.
  • Encourage innovation through the adoption of new logistics technologies, visibility tools, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Lead after-action reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the DPIS network.
  • Provide the DPIS Country Head with regular performance dashboards, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations.
  • Consolidate project and portfolio performance data into management reports and client-ready executive summaries.
  • Represent the Project Management function in country and regional leadership meetings.
  • 12-15 years of experience in project logistics or freight forwarding, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing multiple project managers or technical teams.
  • Proven experience overseeing large-scale, complex logistics operations within energy, oil & gas, or industrial construction sectors.
  • Strong leadership presence with demonstrated ability to guide, coach, and elevate both senior and emerging project professionals.
  • Deep understanding of multimodal project execution, including ocean, air, and ground transport of over-dimensional and heavy-lift cargo.
  • Proficiency in project and logistics management tools (MS Project, TMS, ERP, Power BI, etc.).
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, cost control, and P&L performance.
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills at all organizational levels.
  • Commitment to health, safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.
  • PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
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