Dispatcher Transportation Solutions

As a Project Specialist you will manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure that all deadlines are met. You will also take the lead on projects by updating customers daily billing out loads tracking detention delegating tasks managing the productivity of your team and contacting brokers. Were a team at Takkion so outside of your projects your secondary mission would be to support the transportation operations in any way possible. The Project Specialist reports to the Senior Manager-Transportation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of assigned projects.

Responsibilities:

• Bill out loads
• Update project spreadsheets
• Send out daily update emails regarding loading schedules detention etc.
• Contact brokers to fill future lanes or current holes in lanes
• Track detention for current projects
• Set up new brokers
• Set up new customers
• Support daily operations of transportation segment
• Improve Project Processes and Procedures
• Create and verify route surveys
• Write Carrier Methods Statements
• Build Trailer Configurations
• Support Permit Process

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management Logistics Transportation Business Administration Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 25 years of project coordination transportation logistics or operations experience
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

preferred qualifications:

• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS)
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation compliance
• Project management certification (CAPM PMP or similar)
• Experience in construction infrastructure logistics or fleet operations

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening prior to hiring. This role is considered safety-sensitive and may be subject to ongoing drug and testing in compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements.