What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Manager position at PC Collins Company, LLC.?
Role Overview
Oversee the complex logistics of moving oversized and overweight (OSOW) cargo. This role involves detailed planning, route optimization, securing required permits, and ensuring full regulatory compliance for specialized transportation operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze proposed routes to determine feasibility and compliance with state, county, and municipal heavy-haul regulations
- Coordinate and secure all necessary permits for OSOW shipments through applicable state and local agencies
- Serve as the central point of communication among drivers, internal teams (Project Managers, Project Engineers, Equipment Management), external permit services, and regulatory agencies
- Ensure all transportation operations comply with USDOT, FMCSA, and state-specific transportation regulations, including safety standards and required documentation
- Maintain accurate and organized records for shipments, permits, compliance reports, and regulatory filings
- Manage daily schedules and timesheets for drivers and runners
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve transportation efficiency
- Monitor and verify that all third-party haulers maintain proper insurance coverage to minimize operational and financial risk
- Evaluate and recommend systems, tools, and processes to improve logistics coordination and network efficiency
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or dispatching, with specific expertise in heavy-haul freight
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage complex regulatory requirements
- Excellent organizational, communication, and coordination skills
- Solid understanding of DOT and FMCSA transportation regulations
- Availability to respond to dispatching emergencies that may occur outside normal business hours (nights/weekends)