Logistics Specialist

• Requisition : 294462
• Relocation Authorized: None
• Grade: 26-27
• Position to be Panel Interviewed? No
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Houston, TX

This role will support a few small and medium-sized scope projects in the power and renewable sectors within the Infrastructure Business Unit.

Bechtel Global Logistics (BGL) is seeking a Logistics Specialist based in Houston to support few small to medium sized scope projects. The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for supporting domestic and international multi-leg shipments, coordination with both internal and external entities, ensuring safe, timely, and economical delivery of goods to meet project requirements. This position is designated as part-time telework per the global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project.

• Perform work as a Logistics technical role supporting the Logistics Lead in planning and executing project freight requirements.
• Perform domestic and international multi-leg shipment responsibilities to ensure safe, timely, and economical delivery of goods.
• Assist with sourcing and procurement of chartering services for breakbulk and heavy lift shipments.
• Identify transport cost and service alternatives to support materials/equipment purchase decisions.
• Assist with the development of logistics budget, estimates reforecast, cost trend and deviation tracking, and logistics acquisition plan.
• Support FEED and EPC feasibility transport studies, budget strategy, estimating, and the development of project logistics execution plan (PLEP).
• Coordinate shipments with requisite internal and external entities.
• Prepare and issue logistics service bid packages for heavy haul trucking, rail oversize and overweight, freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and breakbulk chartering.
• Prepare logistics service provider bid tabs for evaluation, commitment authorizations, and contract documents within policy procedures.
• Ensure entry of shipment tracking data into Transportation Management System (TMS) and other tools to provide visibility of shipment status.
• Prepare logistics reports or performance metrics as required to satisfy project information requirements.
• Ensure timely audit and processing of Logistics Service Provider invoices in accordance with project procedures.
• Ensure project operations are consistent with well-established corporate and functional requirements.
• File and resolve Logistics Service Provider claims.
• Assist with preparation of logistics studies including site and service provider facility visits.
• Organize import/export and customs documentation in accordance with import requirements.
• Interact with project supply chain management team to review logistics strategies in consideration of cost, risk, and schedule assessments.
• Integrate safety requirements and measures in all logistics activities.

Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.

• Knowledge of multimodal transport modes - domestic transportation including oversize/overweight, rail freight including oversize and overweight, airfreight, sea freight; containerized, LCL, breakbulk and barging.
• Knowledge of importing and exporting formalities and processes.
• Knowledge of industry packing, making, and shipping requirements.
• Knowledge and practical understanding of Incoterms (2020).
• Knowledge of business intelligence/analytics tools such as Artificial Intelligence, Smart Sheet, and Power BI is preferred.
• Ability to use professional concepts and company objectives to resolve issues creatively and effectively.
• Recognized as an individual contributor with specialized skill set.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written English communication skills.
• Will be required to attend logistics meetings, travel to ports of loading and discharge to supervise cargo truck, vessel, and barge operations.
• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.

Bechtel offers robust benefits to support career advancement, program delivery, and personal well-being. Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and resources to recharge.