Project Specialist - Freight Forwarding Job at Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment, Houston, TX

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  • Altius Talent | Freight Forwarding Recruitment
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Project Specialist – Freight Forwarding (Air & Ocean Project Cargo)

Location: Houston, TX

Compensation: $65,000 – $85,000 base + bonus + full benefits

Company Overview

We are representing a European-based international freight forwarder with deep expertise in project cargo, oversized freight, and multimodal logistics. The company is expanding its U.S. project operations, with Houston as a key hub for Air and Ocean project cargo. Their client base spans Oil & Gas, Energy, EPCs, and global industrials.

This is a hands-on execution role built for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-accountability environments and understands the technical demands of coordinating complex cargo.

Position Summary

The Project Specialist will support the end-to-end execution of air and ocean freight for complex cargo moves — from quoting and pricing to booking, documentation, and carrier coordination. This is a critical operations-facing role within the projects division, directly supporting revenue delivery, customer service, and vendor performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate Air and Ocean freight for project cargo (FCL, LCL, OOG, Hazmat, Breakbulk)
  • Prepare quotes, cost breakdowns, and routing proposals for client requests
  • Manage bookings with carriers, airlines, and subcontractors
  • Oversee all export/import documentation and regulatory compliance
  • Monitor cargo movement across milestones and proactively resolve issues
  • Communicate with shippers, consignees, vendors, and internal stakeholders
  • Ensure CargoWise data is complete, accurate, and updated in real time
  • Support billing, margin validation, and post-shipment reporting

Candidate Requirements

  • 3–5 years in international freight forwarding with project cargo exposure
  • Experience handling both Air and Ocean freight, including OOG and specialized equipment
  • Knowledge of Incoterms, export documentation, and carrier requirements
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple complex shipments simultaneously
  • Proficiency in CargoWise or similar TMS platforms
  • IMDG certification or knowledge of hazardous materials preferred
  • Located in Houston, TX or able to commute

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive base salary and bonus structure
  • High-visibility role within a growing U.S. project team
  • Full benefits package and PTO
  • Long-term growth potential into project coordination, pricing, or operations leadership

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