Project Cargo Manager

Olive Recruiting is looking for a Project Cargo Manager (project manager), to support our heavy haul, asset based client in Houston, TX. This role is primarily responsible for the project execution of out of gauge cargo (OOG) transport via marine (breakbulk and charter), roll on roll off (RORO), and over the road (OTR).

Responsibilities:

• Lead, support, and mentor a team of international freight forwarders
• Provide expertise in ocean imports and exports
• Support projects from discovery to closure, ensuring successful transport
• Manage and develop ocean chartering activities within the freight forwarding division
• Supports project cargo, breakbulk, and heavy-lift shipments by sourcing vessels, negotiating charter agreements, and delivering tailored shipping solutions to customers
• Manage commercial strategy, operational execution, and market development while working closely with internal stakeholders, carriers, and customers
• Oversee and support end-to-end ocean chartering activities, including vessel sourcing, rate negotiation, booking, and contract execution
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vessel owners, operators, and brokers
• Negotiate charter party terms, freight rates, and contractual conditions to ensure commercial competitiveness and compliance
• Support complex project cargo, breakbulk, and heavy-lift shipments by designing optimal transport solutions
• Coordinate closely with operations, engineering, and project logistics teams to ensure safe and efficient execution
• Monitor vessel performance, schedules, and operational risks throughout the shipment lifecycle
• Provide expertise with BIMCO contract and Ts&Cs negotiations
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and applicable maritime regulations
• Identify new market opportunities and support strategic growth initiatives
• Maintain accurate records of agreements and commercial documentation
• Provide market intelligence, rate trends, and performance reporting to management

Qualifications:

• Proven experience handling project cargo, breakbulk, and/or heavy-lift projects
• Experience with contract negotiations
• 2+ years of Project Management experience for ocean transport projects
• Must have excellent computer skills (excel, TMS, general research etc)
• Possesses an appetite for problem solving and process optimizing
• Experience reading and understanding engineered drawings
• Ability to travel as needed