Director, Transportation Jobs

Explore Director, Transportation jobs for experienced leaders ready to oversee the movement of people and goods. These senior roles shape transportation strategy, manage complex operations, and help organizations deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective service. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Transportation Do?

A Director of Transportation leads transportation functions across a company, public agency, or service provider. Responsibilities may include setting operating plans, managing budgets and teams, overseeing fleets or transit networks, and coordinating with suppliers, customers, regulators, and internal stakeholders. Directors also monitor performance, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop transportation strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Oversee logistics, fleet, transit, or distribution operations.
  • Manage budgets, service levels, vendor relationships, and operating costs.
  • Establish safety, compliance, and performance standards.
  • Lead managers and cross-functional teams through operational change.
  • Use data and technology to improve capacity, reliability, and efficiency.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or operations leadership. Strong candidates bring strategic planning, financial management, people leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills. Depending on the role, knowledge of transportation regulations, fleet systems, routing technology, or public transit operations may also be important. A bachelor's degree is often preferred; some employers value advanced degrees or relevant professional credentials.

Where Director, Transportation Jobs Are Found

These roles appear across manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, logistics, healthcare, government, and transportation services. Job scope varies: some directors lead regional fleets or distribution networks, while others manage enterprise-wide strategy or public transportation systems.

Find Director, Transportation Opportunities on Ladders

Browse vetted Director, Transportation openings on Ladders and explore professional positions with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its location, responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details to find roles aligned with your leadership experience and career goals.

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$135K - $189K *

Unlock potential by leading financial operations and strategic initiatives, overseeing accounting, procurement, and compliance. Drive budget management and team development while ensuring adherence to...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Transform technology infrastructure and security by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing cybersecurity, and fostering a resilient IT environment that supports current operations and future growth...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team in maintaining and servicing locomotives, ensuring safety and compliance while driving continuous improvement in operations. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a dynamic team, enhancing client relationships, and achieving financial goals. Join us to shape the future of service delivery and foster a culture of growth an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the Compliance Division to enhance motor carrier safety through strategic policy development, guidance, and evaluation. Collaborate with specialists to implement effective enforcement and complia...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Partner with us to lead financial operations, manage payroll, and ensure compliance across multiple locations while supporting a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$98K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence by managing payroll, HR, and accounting functions across multiple locations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while leading a skilled team in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence in transportation management, ensuring safety and efficiency across multiple sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives that enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $375K *

Transform operations by leading a large team to optimize performance and enhance customer service. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of excellence in one of the largest facilities, ensu...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$182K - $263K *

Drive simulation operations by leading a hybrid team to execute high-quality tests, establish evaluation metrics, and enhance processes using AI for improved operational performance across virtual tes...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $105K *

Unlock innovative transportation solutions by leading diverse projects that enhance safety, accessibility, and equity in travel. Collaborate with communities and clients to transform visions into acti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the Texas transportation design team, driving client service, business development, and project delivery while fostering relationships with local and state agencies to e...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a high-impact property development leadership role, driving store construction, tenant management, and operational efficiency while embracing innovative tech solutions for holis...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$67K - $98K *

Drive impactful transportation planning initiatives by supporting MPO mandates and collaborating with local, state, and federal agencies. Engage in policy formulation, budget preparation, and project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Optimize highway project management by overseeing operations, budgets, and staff. Lead a team to ensure compliance, efficiency, and profitability while fostering business development and maintaining s...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Manage complex highway projects and contracts, overseeing operations, resources, and personnel. Ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining budgets and promoting efficient use of inventory an...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of urban mobility by leading a dynamic team in transportation planning. Oversee projects, manage staff performance, and drive innovative solutions for multimodal transportation system...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead impactful transportation design projects, collaborating with a talented team to expand our practice in Georgia. Manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while shaping the future of tra...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $102K *

Champion innovative transportation solutions by leading complex planning projects, mentoring staff, and enhancing multimodal systems to improve community mobility and safety. Drive project success thr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Transform complex transportation planning projects by providing technical leadership, mentoring staff, and developing innovative solutions that enhance mobility and safety, while shaping transportatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a hands-on leadership role driving innovative Bus Rapid Transit design projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance urban mobility while ensuring high-quality engineering executi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $175K *

Advance your career by leading the growth of a dynamic Transportation Planning team. Leverage your expertise to shape market strategies, manage multi-modal projects, and mentor staff while fostering c...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of transport and logistics by leading strategic initiatives, fostering partnerships, and driving impactful solutions across public and private sectors globally. Collaborate with diver...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative multimodal transportation solutions. As a Project Engineer, you'll design impactful infrastructure projects, collaborate with clients, and mentor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$107K - $213K *

Unlock your potential by leading design teams to deliver innovative transit projects while ensuring quality, compliance, and collaboration across departments. This role demands strong leadership, tech...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Transportation do?question toggle

    A Director of Transportation leads transportation strategy and operations, which may include fleet management, logistics, transit services, budgets, safety, compliance, and team leadership.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Transportation jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for significant transportation, logistics, supply chain, or operations experience, along with demonstrated leadership and financial and analytical skills. A bachelor's degree is commonly preferred.

  • What industries hire Directors of Transportation?question toggle

    Employers include logistics and transportation companies, manufacturers, retailers, e-commerce businesses, healthcare organizations, and government or public transit agencies.

  • How much do Director, Transportation jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, organizational scope, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary information.

  • Where can I find Director, Transportation jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Director, Transportation listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.