DSV

Senior Project Manager, Global Projects & Industry Solutions, Air & Sea, Abu Dhabi

DSV Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage · 10,001+ employees

13 h ago
project-manager Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time United Arab Emirates
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About the role

Lead end-to-end project logistics operations including heavy lift and project cargo from planning through final delivery. Manage technical coordination, commercial budgets, and subcontractor relationships to ensure safe and on-schedule project execution.

What they look for

Project management Project logistics Heavy lift Project cargo Multimodal transportation Technical coordination Commercial management Risk management Stakeholder management Team leadership Negotiation Vendor management Problem solving HSE compliance Communication Collaboration

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business. Candidates must have 5-8 years of experience in project logistics, heavy lift, or breakbulk operations.

Full description

Senior Project Manager, Global Projects & Industry Solutions, Air & Sea, Abu Dhabi

Responsibilities:

Project Management & Execution

  • Lead full door-to-door project logistics (heavy lift, modules, project cargo) operations from planning through final delivery.
  • Develop and manage detailed project execution plans, transportation schedules, milestones, and risk registers.
  • Coordinate multimodal transportation involving international freight, road, sea, barge, rail, heavy haul and specialized lifting operations.
  • Manage movement of oversized, out-of-gauge (OOG), breakbulk, heavy lift and project cargo.
  • Ensure all project deliveries are executed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Technical & Engineering Coordination

  • Review transportation studies, lifting plans, route surveys and method statements.
  • Coordinate with transport engineers, heavy lift contractors, shipping lines and port operators.
  • Assess technical feasibility for transportation and lifting operations.
  • Evaluate transport routes, bridge capacities, road restrictions and permitting requirements.

Commercial Management

  • Monitor project budgets, cost controls and profitability.
  • Manage subcontractors, vendors and service providers.
  • Negotiate rates and commercial terms with carriers, transporters and project vendors.
  • Identify project risks and cost-saving opportunities.

Qualifications & Characteristics:

Education – Bachelors / Master’s in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or a related discipline.

Work Experience – 5-8 experience in project logistics, heavy lift, breakbulk or project cargo operations.

Specific Skills:

  • Project Planning & Execution
  • Project Cargo & Heavy Lift Logistics
  • Multimodal Transportation
  • Technical & Engineering Coordination
  • Commercial & Cost Management
  • Risk Management
  • Customer & Stakeholder Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Negotiation & Vendor Management
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making
  • HSE & Compliance
  • Communication & Collaboration

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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