Location: Project/site based, Bridgwater, Somerset - HYBRID

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Office attendance 4 days per week AND 1x day WFH
Status: Contract, INSIDE IR 35
Duration: Approved until 31dec26 (renewable)

Morson Edge are working with a major player in the Energy sector who have a current requirement for a Construction Logistics Distribution Lead on a CONTRACT basis. This role is involved with Final Mile Logistics on one of Europe's largest construction / infrastructure Projects in Bridgwater, Somerset. It's a unique opportunity to join our client's established site-based team and make a difference, as the Project transitions to its next Project cycle.

Broad Scope

• The Construction Logistics Distribution Lead (CLDL) is responsible for overseeing and optimising the Final Mile Logistics (FML) distribution strategy to manage the logistics flow of permanent material from arrival at site through to the construction areas.
• The CLDL is accountable for aligning distribution activities with project timelines, maintaining safety and compliance standards, and driving operational efficiency.
• By streamlining last-mile delivery processes, the role plays a critical part in ensuring construction milestones are met and resources are effectively allocated.
• This includes providing client support to the 3PL distribution team, overseeing the allocation of contractor resources, and ensuring alignment with the construction schedule

Typical Accountabilities (not limited to):

Team:

• Champion best practice and behaviours across Construction Logistics and at all levels continuous development of Logistics approach by capturing and sharing operational experience and learning
• Review and ratify information and insights for onward communication to key stakeholders providing visibility of reporting from a local level.
• Analyse and assimilate information to identify key risks and make evidence-based decisions to drive Logistics strategy using a pragmatic and systematic approach.
• Oversee the updates to schedule and cost resulting from changes in forecasting and trends and works with other functional areas in understanding the impact and mitigation solutions of key risks

Functional Management:

• Contribute to the development of leadership KPIs to ensure proper cascade of performance objectives
• Conduct regular performance reviews of distribution activity and drive improvements against defined KPIs to support the Senior Construction Logistics Manager.
• Maintain metrics and analyse data to assess performance and recommend improvements using enterprise tools
• Identify current and future risks to Construction Logistics i.e. capacity problems and mitigate risks effectively
• Assure and facilitate collaboration with Programme teams and wider industry partners to ensure consistency and transparency in approach and data
• Ensure that direct reports properly protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of corporate information from unauthorised disclosure, modification or destruction

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Typically Bachelor's degree / Logistics specific qualifications OR equivalent industry experience
• At least 5 years Manager level experience leading a Logistics team in a complex, highly regulated industry (ideally nuclear, aerospace, logistics construction, large infrastructure logistics or energy) working in a role, which requires active integration management and senior level influencing with multiple stakeholders
• Leadership capabilities
• Strong experience in logistics management within construction or similar large-scale projects.
• A strong background in supply chain operations, team leadership, and compliance is essential.
• Experience in managing complex distribution networks and familiarity with Final Mile Logistics processes are highly desirable.
• Exceptional organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
• The CLDL must be adept at balancing competing priorities, resolving conflicts, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. xbpsjku A commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential.