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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$155K - $195K *

Advance your career by leading innovative benefits programs that enhance employee experience and drive organizational success. Manage strategies across a large workforce while partnering with key stak...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $136K *

Transform fleet maintenance operations by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance across multiple locations. Drive efficiency and reliability while fostering a c...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$93K - $116K *

Manage the inspection, maintenance, and renewal of infrastructure systems. Supervise maintenance teams, ensuring productivity and safety while controlling budgets. Play a key role in training, problem...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $190K *

Lead and inspire a team of transportation engineers, managing diverse projects while fostering growth and development. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of innovati...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $134K *

Lead the maintenance of critical infrastructure systems by developing standards, managing teams, and ensuring safety compliance. Drive performance improvements while overseeing maintenance activities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$113K - $141K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing transportation operations, managing carrier relationships, and ensuring exceptional customer service while driving financial performance across multiple busi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Engage in managing transportation projects from planning to delivery, fostering client relationships, mentoring staff, and driving organizational growth within a dynamic team environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and deliver diverse transportation projects, ensuring excellence from inception to completion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve quality and efficiency while building strong cli...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engage in complex transportation project management, leading diverse engineering teams to ensure project success in design, execution, and client relations while mentoring staff in a collaborative env...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Tackle complex transportation challenges as a Senior Highway/Roads Engineer. Lead design projects and ensure quality, driving innovation in urban and highway systems while mentoring teams and engaging...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Lead the charge in managing operations with a focus on developing leadership talent, overseeing a diverse team of over 100 staff, and driving performance improvements in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$174K - $255K *

Elevate your career by leading complex transportation and infrastructure projects. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and mentor teams while delivering high-quality engineering solutions that meet c...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Tackle transportation management by leading a skilled team to achieve safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction goals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead a high-performing transportation team to elevate safety, customer service, and financial results. Drive accountability and foster collaboration across departments while ensuring compliance with D...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that strategizes to elevate right-of-way services regionally, overseeing project management while cultivating talent, driving client satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with industry sta...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading transportation projects, managing teams, and driving business development. Oversee project scope, budget, and schedules while cultivating client relationships in both pu...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Empower your career as you lead transportation projects from inception to completion, managing teams and cultivating client relationships while driving business development in both public and private...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to large, multidisciplinary transportation projects, managing complex tasks exceeding $3 million. Oversee planning, client relations, QA/QC, and mentor staff while ensuring timely delivery...

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Innovate and lead Alternative Delivery projects, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams. Drive strategic relationships and enhance HDR's visibility in the infrastructure sector while manag...

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

$100K - $124K *

Oversee daily transit operations, ensuring compliance and safety while managing staff and financials. Drive strategic planning and enhance customer service to optimize performance across multiple loca...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex transportation projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring client satisfaction while delivering on time and within budget. Drive project success th...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower project success by leading multidiscipline teams through complex transportation projects. Oversee all phases from initiation to close-out, ensuring timely deliverables and strong client relati...

3 weeks ago

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

$105K *

Lead the financial strategy of the Transportation Division, overseeing budget development and execution. Collaborate with agency heads to enhance fiscal management and improve organizational effective...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Help us elevate our public transportation services by managing special projects, ensuring compliance with DBE requirements, and fostering collaboration across teams to drive successful outcomes and st...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$157K - $283K *

Unlock your leadership potential as you drive innovative transportation projects in Ohio. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance infrastructure, optimize project delivery, and lead a dynamic team to...

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  •   15+ 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.