Logistics Project Manager - Pipeline

MTS Quanta, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR) company, has a rich history spanning over a century, providing transportation and logistics solutions. Our current mission is focused on expanding this legacy to encompass specialty logistics for infrastructure contractors across various sectors. We specialize in the procurement, warehousing, and transportation of materials across diverse modes of transportation - land, rail, and water. This comprehensive approach enables us to adeptly address the material challenges faced by our clients, including several Quanta Services companies.

Our journey, which began with mule teams in Texas, has seen a remarkable transformation. From transporting pipe in Alaska to expanding our operations globally, we have continually adapted and grown. At the heart of our service is a deep understanding of the risks our clients face. We don't just provide logistics; we offer solutions that help manage and mitigate these risks, ensuring the success of our clients' projects.

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Mercer Technical Services, a Quanta Services Company, is looking for an experienced Logistics Project Manager – Pipeline to join our company as we expand our footprint and capabilities across highway, rail, and waterborne transport (including rail‑spur and yard development).

The Logistics PM will lead end‑to‑end execution on pipeline programs, as well as work to ensure pipe, valves, fittings, and associated material are traceable and in the right yard at the right time.

• Build the mill‑to‑ROW logistics plan: modes, lanes, schedules, rack/yard strategy, budget, and risk register; align with client EPC, construction spreads, and coating yards.
• Lead pipe yard acquisition & setup (including rail‑spur planning where applicable), yard layout, traffic flow, rack design, cribbing, and stormwater/HSE controls.
• Orchestrate multi‑modal transport (truck/rail/barge) for line pipe and permanent materials; secure oversize/overweight permits; sequence deliveries to spreads; manage demurrage and laydown constraints.
• Oversee offloading, stringing, racking, and load‑out operations across spreads—meeting daily/weekly pull plans while protecting coating and bevels.
• Drive inventory control & traceability (MTRs, heat/joint numbers, coatings, dimensions) using Mercer’s visibility tools and advanced logistics platforms; maintain real‑time status for stakeholders.
• Direct field logistics coordinators, yard supervisors, and carrier partners; set expectations on safety, quality, and schedule.
• Source and manage carriers, heavy‑haul, rigging/lifting resources, and specialty equipment; enforce performance and compliance standards.
• Own cost and schedule: forecasts, earned‑value look‑aheads, change orders, invoice approval, and close‑out documentation.
• Run daily coordination with the client’s construction and inspection teams; remove roadblocks quickly.
• Champion our “Safety is our standard” commitment—execute lift plans, JHAs, rigging/signaling controls, and equipment inspections; stop work when needed.
• Ensure regulatory and contractual compliance (DOT/FMCSA for transport; import/customs coordination when relevant).

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• 7–10+ years managing logistics for pipeline construction or heavy infrastructure, including pipe yards and spread support.
• PMP, CM, or equivalent credential
• Experienced with Change Management
  • Identification: Recognize potential changes early (scope shifts, field conditions, material issues, permitting delays, etc.).
  • Assessment: Analyze the effect on cost, schedule, quality, and safety.
  • Approval: Route through internal and client approval (formal Change Order).
  • Implementation: Update field plans, budgets, schedules, and yard or transport execution once approved.
  • Documentation: Maintain records for traceability, audits, and claims protection.
• Demonstrated experience with truck/rail/barge material movements and heavy‑haul/rigging fundamentals.
• Leverage AI-driven tools and data analytics to optimize routing, yard utilization, and material traceability. Use predictive modeling to anticipate bottlenecks, forecast equipment utilization, and reduce downtime.
• Champion adoption of intelligent dashboards for real-time visibility into pipeline logistics performance, driving a data-first culture across field operations.
• Hands‑on yard startup (site selection, rail‑spur/track interface, rack/racking plans, inventory controls).
• Strong command of material traceability (MTRs, heat/joint tracking) and doc control for audits.
• Proficiency in project controls (scheduling, cost, change management) and tools such as Excel, MS Project (or P6), and a TMS/WMS; dashboard/reporting aptitude.

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.