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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$157K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead safety initiatives on a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with field teams to foster a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance and operational excellen...

Today

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

$130K - $155K *

Optimize your career by leading enterprise data governance initiatives. Drive data quality, compliance, and AI readiness across divisions, transforming governance into a strategic business enabler whi...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead and manage all district transportation operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in student services. Oversee routing, staff training, compliance, and budgeting while fostering a culture of acco...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion safety and compliance in aviation operations, overseeing health, safety, and training programs. Drive metrics, lead investigations, and ensure regulatory adherence while fostering a culture o...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $113K *

Deliver analytical and project coordination support for transportation and land use. Manage contracts and grants, ensuring compliance with laws while leading research initiatives and stakeholder engag...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting winning proposals in the Transportation sector. Leverage your strategic thinking and leadership skills to manage proposal teams, ensuring quality and complianc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $91K *

Shape the future of transportation planning by contributing to pre-construction projects, collaborating across disciplines, and ensuring compliance with regulations while gaining diverse project exper...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $87K *

Shape the future of transportation planning by collaborating on diverse projects, analyzing development proposals, and ensuring compliance with regulations in a dynamic environment. Join us for an enr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Oversee strategic engineering initiatives, leading multidisciplinary teams to innovate and enhance product development, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering high-quality solutions thr...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Create a dynamic airport environment by leading operations, enhancing customer service, and driving strategic growth initiatives. Oversee staff management, regulatory compliance, and financial perform...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage transportation engineering projects, overseeing planning, design, and execution of civil infrastructure. Lead small to medium projects and support larger ones, ensuring a...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by managing transportation engineering projects, overseeing design and construction of highways, bridges, and drainage systems. Lead teams, ensure project success, and interface...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of transportation by managing civil engineering projects, ensuring adherence to design, budget, and schedule. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions w...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the local branch by overseeing operations, driving sales, and fostering growth. Lead teams, manage client relationships, and ensure profitability while creating a motivating work environment...

1 week ago

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

$123K - $163K *

Transform supplier relationships by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, managing contracts, and driving performance improvements. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to optimize...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading complex transportation engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety and mobility across South Texas while mentoring staff and ensur...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $90K *

Manage logistics operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Lead teams, analyze P&L statements, and oversee payroll while fostering a safe work environment. Collaborate wi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $90K *

Take ownership of logistics operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance while managing teams and P&L responsibilities. Collaborate with management and clients to meet expectations and drive safety...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing logistics operations, managing P&L, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Lead a diverse workforce while driving safety and compliance in a dynamic supply chai...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Champion the timely and budget-conscious completion of telecommunications construction projects by leading and mentoring a team of managers, optimizing processes, and ensuring peak productivity across...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team in optimizing operations and account strategy. Drive performance, manage client relationships, and develop drivers while ensuring compliance and safety in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $120K *

Optimize Patient Transportation services by leading teams, managing finances, and enhancing client relations. Drive program quality and performance improvement while ensuring compliance and achieving...

1 week ago

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

$94K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading the development and management of a comprehensive records and information governance program. Ensure compliance and enhance recordkeeping practices across the organizati...

3 weeks ago

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

$117K *

Optimize bus operations by managing staff, ensuring safety, and enhancing service quality. Collaborate with teams to address challenges and improve performance while maintaining a focus on customer sa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join our team to manage transportation modeling projects, ensuring digital deliverables meet standards and project goals. Collaborate with project managers and design leads to enhance model health and...

1 week ago

  •   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.