Sr Transportation & Logistics Coordinator

Job Description

OES Equipment, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking a Sr Transportation & Logistics Coordinator.

Additional requirements:

Required Experience:

Proven experience managing high volumes of truck shipments and deliveries

Strong knowledge of transportation and logistics operations

Experience coordinating carriers, brokers, drivers, and project teams

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple shipments simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency with transportation management systems, scheduling, and shipment tracking

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience:

Construction, manufacturing, or project-based logistics experience

Flatbed, specialized freight, and oversized load coordination

Vendor and carrier relationship management

Cost control and transportation planning

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and manage daily transportation activity for large-scale projects

Schedule and track inbound and outbound freight

Work closely with project teams, suppliers, carriers, and field personnel

Resolve delivery issues and proactively communicate shipment updates

Ensure transportation requirements, documentation, and safety standards are met

Support continuous improvement of transportation processes and efficiency

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-volume logistics environment and can successfully manage multiple truck movements while providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.

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Job Summary:

Provides advanced coordination and oversight of transportation and logistics activities to ensure reliable, cost-effective delivery of goods. Handles shipment scheduling, carrier communication, and issue resolution while supporting compliance and performance tracking. Applies experience and judgment to address complex transportation challenges and supports continuous improvement efforts across logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Performs daily transportation coordination activities, including complex scheduling, routing, and shipment prioritization.

Serves as a point of contact for carriers, drivers, and internal stakeholders to resolve escalated transportation issues.

Monitors transportation performance, proactively addressing delays, capacity constraints, and service disruptions.

Maintains accurate and compliant transportation documentation, logs, and records.

Contributes to preparation of transportation performance and cost reports to support operational decision-making.

Supports compliance with DOT regulations and internal transportation policies, identifying and addressing risks as needed.

Contributes to process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost control, and service reliability.

Education Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:

3-5 years of experience in transportation coordination, logistics operations, or supply chain support required.

Experience working directly with freight carriers, routing, and shipping documentation required.

Certifications and Licenses:

None required.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

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