Logistics Coordinator (Heavy Haul)

About the role

Mercer Technical Services (MTS), a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to support the transportation and shipment of large power and utility equipment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary logistics point of contact for project managers, engineering teams, transportation providers, and manufacturing personnel
• Coordinate outbound shipments including rail, heavy-haul, and specialty transportation moves
• Maintain and update shipment schedules, load boards, and project tracking systems to ensure alignment across stakeholders
• Attend production and planning meetings to monitor shipment readiness and communicate schedule updates
• Coverage of carrier assignments, railcar scheduling, permits, and transportation resources required for project execution
• Prepare and issue shipping documentation including delivery orders, bills of lading, permits, and shipment records
• Liaise with engineering teams to obtain and review shipping drawings, dimensions, and transportation requirements
• Supervise loading activities and verify shipments are loaded and secured in accordance with approved transportation plans
• Prepare loading reports, shipment documentation, and photographic records for project and customer use
• Support cost tracking, logistics reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives related to transportation operations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering Technology, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered
• 3–5 years of experience supporting project freight, heavy-haul logistics, industrial shipping, manufacturing logistics, or transportation coordination
• Experience with oversize/overweight (OS/OW) transportation, permitting, and route coordination
• Working knowledge of rail freight operations, specialty railcar movements, and industrial cargo transportation
• Experience utilizing transportation management systems (TMS), Excel, Smartsheet, or similar platforms
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision

Preferred Experience

• Supporting transformer, utility, substation, power generation, or other large industrial equipment logistics
• Familiarity with heavy-haul securement requirements, rail loading procedures, and industrial cargo transportation
• Prior experience working within a manufacturing, fabrication, or EPC environment
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus