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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$76K - $90K *

Manage and enhance DOT compliance programs, ensuring safety and regulatory adherence across all operations. Collaborate with teams to develop training and maintain driver qualifications while overseei...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Lead the development and execution of DOT compliance programs, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and effective EHS initiatives across multiple locations. Manage driver qualifications and traini...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Champion compliance and safety in transportation by managing DOT programs, ensuring adherence to regulations, and leading training initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance operational ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Lead the charge in ensuring DOT compliance and safety across operations. Oversee training, manage driver qualifications, and maintain regulatory standards while collaborating with various departments...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Shape the future of fleet safety and compliance by managing DOT regulations, training programs, and ensuring adherence to safety standards across multiple locations. Collaborate with teams to enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Drive compliance and safety initiatives in transportation operations, ensuring adherence to DOT regulations and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to manage driver qualifications, t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $170K *

Drive procurement excellence by leading sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing costs. Oversee a team to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with governan...

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

$93K - $111K *

Shape the future of urban infrastructure by leading major transportation projects, ensuring timely delivery and community engagement while collaborating across departments to enhance city growth and s...

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

$95K - $163K *

Shape strategic financial planning and decision-making by partnering with senior leaders, driving operational efficiency, and delivering insights that influence technology investments across a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$76K - $90K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards. Oversee driver qualification processes, conduct training, and manage safety programs while collaborating across depart...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Transform compliance by managing DOT trucking programs, ensuring safety and regulatory adherence across operations. Collaborate with teams to develop effective EHS initiatives and maintain high standa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $117K *

Champion safety and training initiatives, ensuring compliance with OSHA and CDL regulations while fostering a proactive safety culture across all divisions. Lead audits, manage claims, and enhance tra...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Lead the Virtual Design & Construction team, shaping strategies that enhance model-based construction across all project phases, ensuring proactive engagement and standardized deliverables to reduce r...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Join us to proactively enhance safety compliance and culture at a landfill. Collaborate with leadership, conduct audits, provide training, and ensure regulatory adherence to promote a safe operational...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $115K *

Transform the City’s Capital Improvement Plan by managing diverse infrastructure projects. Collaborate with finance and department heads to ensure effective planning and execution, enhancing community...

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in creative strategy and integrated marketing initiatives, guiding cross-channel teams to deliver compelling campaigns that align with business objectives and resonate with target audi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing complex aviation infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful delivery from planning to closeout, while enhancing your project...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing and optimizing global transportation networks. Oversee end-to-end logistics for critical shipments, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating with cross-fu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation projects. Lead design initiatives for KDOT and municipal clients, ensuring quality and efficiency while fostering client relationships and manag...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Empower your career by managing transportation design projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while fostering client relationships and leading a talented team. Drive impactful infrastructure solutio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Drive impactful transportation projects by managing design, budgets, and client relationships. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and timely delivery while fostering business development and mai...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$202K - $300K *

Deliver innovative urban design solutions by leading major capital projects, fostering client relationships, and driving multidisciplinary collaboration to reshape infrastructure in American cities...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $121K *

Join a dynamic team as you design and analyze multimodal transportation solutions, enhancing urban roadways for safety and accessibility. Contribute from project initiation to completion, ensuring eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$149K - $193K *

Drive strategic business objectives while mentoring and leading multidisciplinary teams. Oversee project development, ensure quality deliverables, and cultivate new client relationships to enhance gro...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform business operations by owning P&L, leading teams, and driving growth. Collaborate with leadership to implement scalable processes and ensure financial performance while fostering a safety-fi...

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

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.