Project Lead - Freight
Dawson, Spring, TX, United States
Project Lead - Freight
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Hybrid (with Travel)
Houston, Texas OR Columbus, Ohio
Permanent Opportunity
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
Why You’ll Love This Job:
Competitive salary
Generous holiday
Mentorship from senior leaders
Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
What You’ll Do:
Lead end-to-end management of complex store development and distribution center projects
Drive project planning, coordination, and execution from start to finish
Oversee risk management and ensure proactive issue resolution
Ensure strong stakeholder alignment and communication across teams
Coordinate across construction, logistics, and operations in a global, project-driven environment
Partner closely with the Freight Operations Coordinator
Maintain oversight of logistics strategy, while freight execution is handled by the coordinator
Ensure seamless integration between project milestones and freight operations
Track and manage project milestones within internal systems, ensuring accountability across all stakeholders
Interpret design drawings and site plans to determine cargo dimensions, weight, volume, and complexity
Plan and forecast long-lead items, aligning procurement, shipping timelines, and site readiness
Oversee project budgets, monitor financial performance, and support cost-control actions
Act as the main point of contact for project-related matters across suppliers, site teams, carriers, and stakeholders
Coordinate and monitor all project-related shipments to ensure timely delivery
Select and assign carriers within TMS systems and oversee shipment execution
Prepare commercial shipping documentation to support import/export and customs processes
What We’re Looking For:
Mid-level project management role in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Requires a strong foundation in operations, systems, and project execution
Ideal candidate will have a background in logistics or supply chain (3PL and 4PL)
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Construction Management, or a related field preferred
PRINCE2 and/or PMP certification is a plus
Approximately 4–5 years of professional experience preferred; with 2-3 years in a project management role
Exposure to international operations or projects (1–2 years) is desired
Apply Today!
Upload your resume – no cover letter required. Our recruiters will review applications quickly and help connect you to this role and other opportunities.
About Dawson
Dawson is a trusted staffing partner in Central Ohio. xywuqvp We help job seekers grow their careers with fast feedback, personalized support, and access to multiple employers through one application.
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Hybrid (with Travel)
Houston, Texas OR Columbus, Ohio
Permanent Opportunity
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
Why You’ll Love This Job:
Competitive salary
Generous holiday
Mentorship from senior leaders
Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
What You’ll Do:
Lead end-to-end management of complex store development and distribution center projects
Drive project planning, coordination, and execution from start to finish
Oversee risk management and ensure proactive issue resolution
Ensure strong stakeholder alignment and communication across teams
Coordinate across construction, logistics, and operations in a global, project-driven environment
Partner closely with the Freight Operations Coordinator
Maintain oversight of logistics strategy, while freight execution is handled by the coordinator
Ensure seamless integration between project milestones and freight operations
Track and manage project milestones within internal systems, ensuring accountability across all stakeholders
Interpret design drawings and site plans to determine cargo dimensions, weight, volume, and complexity
Plan and forecast long-lead items, aligning procurement, shipping timelines, and site readiness
Oversee project budgets, monitor financial performance, and support cost-control actions
Act as the main point of contact for project-related matters across suppliers, site teams, carriers, and stakeholders
Coordinate and monitor all project-related shipments to ensure timely delivery
Select and assign carriers within TMS systems and oversee shipment execution
Prepare commercial shipping documentation to support import/export and customs processes
What We’re Looking For:
Mid-level project management role in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Requires a strong foundation in operations, systems, and project execution
Ideal candidate will have a background in logistics or supply chain (3PL and 4PL)
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Construction Management, or a related field preferred
PRINCE2 and/or PMP certification is a plus
Approximately 4–5 years of professional experience preferred; with 2-3 years in a project management role
Exposure to international operations or projects (1–2 years) is desired
Apply Today!
Upload your resume – no cover letter required. Our recruiters will review applications quickly and help connect you to this role and other opportunities.
About Dawson
Dawson is a trusted staffing partner in Central Ohio. xywuqvp We help job seekers grow their careers with fast feedback, personalized support, and access to multiple employers through one application.