Logistics Manager, Heavy Equipment

Logistics Manager Join a Growing Leader in Digital Infrastructure Are you excited by the opportunity to work for a forward-thinking organization where innovative technology is powered by exceptional people? Join a recognized leader in the data center industry that prides themselves on their expertise, commitment, and collaboration! Position Overview The Logistics Manager oversees logistics activities for all capital projects, including new data center developments and facility expansion initiatives. This role is responsible for coordinating the movement, tracking, and delivery of materials and equipment while serving as a key liaison between internal teams and external partners. This role operates within a fast-paced project environment where competing priorities, tight deadlines, and changing project requirements are common. Candidates must be comfortable managing pressure while maintaining strong organizational and decision-making capabilities. Location: Calgary (preferred) or Toronto Schedule type: Full-time, hybrid Compensation

• Base salary of $100,000 to $130,000
• 10% bonus
• Health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation

Responsibilities

• Logistics Coordination & Project Integration
  • Serve as the main point of contact between Procurement and Project Management teams to ensure material delivery schedules align with construction timelines.
  • Attend recurring project coordination meetings to identify upcoming site needs, adjust logistics plans, and prevent project delays.
  • Convert procurement purchase orders into structured receiving and distribution plans for construction sites.
• Transportation & Equipment Logistics
  • Manage the delivery and transportation of critical data center infrastructure, including generators, UPS systems, transformers, switchgear, and cooling equipment.
  • Coordinate specialized transportation requirements such as oversized loads, heavy-haul shipments, and crane operations.
  • Obtain and manage all permits and regulatory approvals required for equipment transportation and installation.
• Receiving, Storage & Material Distribution
  • Develop and oversee warehouse operations while ensuring compliance with industry standards and operational requirements.
  • Coordinate inspections of incoming shipments, validate deliveries against documentation, and document discrepancies or damages.
  • Implement just-in-time delivery strategies to ensure materials reach installation teams precisely when needed, reducing storage requirements and minimizing risk.
• Tracking, Reporting & Risk Management
  • Maintain logistics tracking systems and provide real-time visibility of material status to project stakeholders.
  • Identify potential supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies, such as alternate transportation routes or backup suppliers.
  • Manage claims and resolution processes for damaged or non-conforming equipment in collaboration with suppliers, carriers, procurement teams, and insurers.
• Safety, Compliance & Cost Management
  • Ensure all transportation, unloading, handling, and storage activities comply with site health, safety, security, and environmental requirements.
  • Monitor and control logistics-related expenditures, including transportation costs, equipment rentals, demurrage charges, and storage fees.

Qualifications

• Experience
  • 5 to 8 years of logistics management experience within construction, critical infrastructure, industrial projects, or data center environments.
  • Demonstrated success coordinating the delivery and installation of major long-lead equipment such as generators, transformers, UPS systems, and cooling units.
• Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Skills & Competencies
  • Strong independent judgment with proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Adaptable and resilient in dynamic, rapidly evolving environments.
  • Ability to transform operational information into concise management-level reports.
  • Effective negotiation skills when working with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
  • Excellent planning, organization, and time management abilities with strong attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to deliver results under pressure and meet demanding project deadlines.