United Rentals

Project Logistics Manager

United Rentals$82K — $124K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
  • Strong technical knowledge of Power & HVAC products.
  • Extensive logistics and project management experience in large projects.
  • Strong customer service and relationship skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, RentalMan).
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in pre-project planning meetings and strategy sessions.
  • Manage the logistics team's daily activities, including scheduling and equipment deployment.
  • Ensure adequate staffing for each project based on skills and workload.
  • Oversee equipment readiness and safety checks, optimizing performance and troubleshooting as needed.
  • Deliver World-Class service to external customers at project sites.
  • Conduct performance management and skills training for project employees.
  • Promote a culture of safety and accountability through exceptional leadership.

Benefits

  • Paid Parental Leave
  • United Compassion Fund
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
  • Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
  • Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Inclusive and welcoming culture.
Full Job Description
As Project and Logistics Manager, you'll provide the leadership, supervision and support needed to ensure a special event, entertainment or other large project involving substantial Power & HVAC products and applications, are run smoothly and efficiently to optimize customer service. You will be the onsite project lead who optimizes and coordinates equipment and staffing logistics, deploys and oversees the work of Service Technicians and all onsite employees, and act as the primary customer contact for the duration of the project with respect to products and applications. What you'll do: • Participate in pre-project planning meetings and strategy sessions. Involve region and local leadership in project logistics and staffing plan. • Manage project team logistics team day-to-day activities, including scheduling, equipment setup/deployment, and breakdown. • Staff each project or event adequately based on skills and workload. • Ensure all equipment is ready for operation and safety checks are performed. Responsible for optimization of equipment performance and overseeing any troubleshooting. • Provide leadership and supervision needed to consistently deliver World-Class service to external customers at the project site. • Responsible for performance management of project employees; Identify and provide necessary skills training and regular coaching both in one-on-one sessions and in team meetings to motivate performance. • Promote a culture of safety and discipline through leadership, exemplary personal compliance, accountability and communication. Requirements: • High School diploma • Bachelor's degree preferred • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record • High level technical working knowledge of Power & HVAC products and applications, with strong customer service and relationship skills • Extensive logistics, project management and leadership experience in large scale projects, using Power & HVAC products • Sales experience a plus • Basic proficiency in most Microsoft applications and systems (Excel, Word, Outlook, RentalMan) • Strong leadership and communication skills • Up to 75% travel throughout year to projects or events; must remain at project or event for its duration This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures. Why join us? We don't just "talk the talk!" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer: • Paid Parental Leave • United Compassion Fund • Employee Discount Program • Career Development & Promotional Opportunities • Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only) • Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only) • Paid Sick Leave • An inclusive and welcoming culture Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings For Canadian benefits, click here United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, education, training, experience, skills, and ability. Compensation Range: $82,800.00 - $124,200.00

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Learn more about United Rentals
Size
20,400 employees
Market Cap
$24.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$890 million
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+11%
Revenue
$8.5 billion
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