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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$286K - $457K *

Empower client relationships and lead mega project delivery. Manage budgets, schedules, and resources while mentoring teams to achieve project goals and drive business growth through strategic pursuit...

3 weeks ago

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

$298K - $476K *

Drive client success by managing mega projects, fostering relationships, and ensuring financial performance. Collaborate with leadership to meet business objectives while mentoring teams and pursuing...

3 weeks ago

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

$274K - $438K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering mega projects while nurturing client relationships and leading project teams. Drive financial performance and collaborate with leadership to achieve business...

3 weeks ago

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

$274K - $438K *

Shape the future by leading key client projects, managing teams, and driving financial performance. Collaborate with leadership to achieve business objectives while mentoring staff and pursuing mega p...

3 weeks ago

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

$286K - $457K *

Drive project success by managing client relationships, overseeing project performance, and leading teams to deliver mega projects. Collaborate with leadership to meet business objectives and mentor s...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K *

Drive the successful delivery of complex transit construction projects by managing field activities, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in a fast...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading transportation projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring teams and managing client expectations. Drive success through technical expertise and effective...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$274K - $438K *

Transform client relationships and lead mega projects by managing budgets, schedules, and resources. Collaborate with leadership to achieve business objectives while mentoring teams and pursuing new o...

3 weeks ago

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

$274K - $438K *

Elevate your career by leading design teams on major transit projects. This role demands extensive collaboration with contractors and a proven track record in managing large-scale infrastructure initi...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize transportation operations by leading a team to enhance service, ensure compliance, and drive cost efficiency across a diverse logistics network, while collaborating with multiple business uni...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a diverse team in logistics and safety compliance. Oversee daily operations, ensure adherence to regulations, and foster a culture of continuous improvement whi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic risk management, ensuring compliance and protecting assets through effective policies, assessments, and collaboration across departments to enhance operational integrity a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $130K *

Manage and optimize fleet operations for a government-contracted detainee transportation program across Texas, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational readiness while overseeing maintenance, insp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Innovate your career by managing facilities maintenance operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in repairs, and leading a motivated team to uphold high standards in building management and maintena...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading water collection and delivery efforts. Drive quality, safety, and efficiency while supervising personnel and managing budgets to meet customer needs and strat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in complex procurement and contract administration, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across federally funded projects. Collaborate with departments to enhance procurement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$96K - $149K *

Elevate transportation safety by leading enterprise safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a culture of safety across operations while collaborating with diverse teams to enhan...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $149K *

Drive transportation safety initiatives to enhance compliance and reduce risk, leading programs across operations. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices, ensuring a safer, more effective...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $149K *

Help us drive culture change in transportation safety by executing enterprise safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency across our nationwide operations to...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $149K *

Drive a culture of safety by leading transportation safety programs to improve compliance, reduce risks, and enhance operations across multiple locations, ensuring adherence to regulations while suppo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and execute transportation engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery, fostering client relationships, and mentoring staff while navigating industry trends and best pr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Transform the safety landscape of our projects by leading and managing Health, Safety and Security programs. Foster a culture of safety through training, compliance tracking, and proactive risk manage...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance project success by leading design and engineering processes, mentoring staff, and ensuring high-quality deliverables on time and within budget across diverse projects...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of hazardous materials safety by leading a dedicated team, developing policies, and enhancing compliance strategies to ensure safe transportation practices across the motor carrier in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative multimodal transportation projects. Contribute to impactful roadway designs and enhance urban environments while collaborating with a diverse grou...

3 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.