Senior Logistics Manager

The Senior Logistics Manager will be working on a live facility where multiple assets will be constructed simultaneously and be responsible for planning, coordinating, controlling and overseeing the movement of materials, equipment, people, and site facilities to ensure projects run safely, efficiently, and on schedule while successfully co‑existing with a live facility and its users and surrounding neighbours in this secure environment

This role will be within the Bovis project team, reporting to the Construction Director and will be directly responsible for managing the Logistics Contractor employed for this project

As Logistics Manager, you will oversee all aspects of site logistics, including supply chain coordination, traffic and access management, materials handling, waste management, and site facilities. The role ensures the safe and efficient movement of labour, plant, equipment, and materials across construction sites, supporting programme delivery and compliance with safety and environmental standards while also meeting Bovis high standards

• Develop and implement and maintain logistics plans for all construction phases
• Working with the Construction Director and the team, plan site setup, including hoarding, gates, accommodation, cranes, hoists, and temporary services, pedestrian and vehicle routes
• Working with the Construction Director, create Construction Logistics Plans (CLP) and Traffic Management Plans for local authority approval and maintaining Bovis standards
• Manage the performance of the Logistics Contractor, including monitoring metrics and holding weekly meetings effectively

• Oversee coordination of delivery, unloading, storage, and distribution of materials
• Help maintain accurate delivery records and integrate with procurement teams

• Oversee vehicle access, delivery booking systems, and pedestrian routes
• Oversee traffic marshalling and ensure safe vehicle movements in constrained environments

• Ensure all logistics activities comply with H&S regulations and the Bovis standards/site and facility rules
• Conduct inspections, audits, and safety briefings as required including regular monitoring of the Logistics Contractors deliverables
• Manage waste, recycling, and environmental compliance and reporting related to Logistics activities

• Lead logistics teams, subcontractors, and labourers
• Liaise with Bovis team, client representatives, suppliers, local authorities, and community stakeholders
• Manage and/or related site meetings and provide logistics reporting
• Be a key part of the team in delivering excellence in Considerate Constructors Scheme

• Manage installation and upkeep of site accommodation and welfare facilities
• Maintain site security alongside the project security team to maintain security protocols for this secure project

• Strong organisational and planning skills (ideally with competent IT skills)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Leadership and people management within a large delivery team
• Knowledge of construction processes, safety regulations, and supply chain operations
• Have an understanding of cost control

• Demonstratable logistics management experience
• Experience on major construction projects within live facility
• Working with a Tier 1 Contractor to first class operational standards

• CSCS Manager Card
• SMSTS / SSSTS
• First Aid at Work
• NVQ Level 6 (desirable)