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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$80K - $95K *

Transform logistics operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance efficiency, optimize costs, and ensure seamless distribution. Drive continuous improvement and foster collaboration across functions...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $206K *

Lead the charge in transportation project management, guiding teams from proposal to design while ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Contribute to innovative solutions and support cross-functio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $206K *

Engage with us to lead and manage transportation engineering projects, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards. Foster relationships with clients and guide project teams for optimal outcomes with...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $206K *

Drive the execution of transportation projects from proposal to design, leading diverse teams to achieve quality deliverables while fostering client relationships and contributing to industry associat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $206K *

Optimize and lead complex transportation projects from inception to delivery. Engage cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency while leveraging professional networks for new opportunitie...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Support a dynamic Customs Brokerage team by providing strategic oversight and operational excellence, ensuring compliance and optimizing processes to deliver best-in-class solutions while coaching hig...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$153K - $199K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic city by leading capital projects, enhancing infrastructure, and fostering team development. Drive strategic initiatives, manage complex budgets, and collaborate with s...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in workplace safety and risk management, ensuring compliance and minimizing liabilities across operations. Drive initiatives that protect employees and assets while fostering a culture...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $125K *

Join a dynamic leadership team to elevate assembly operations through strategic optimization, productivity enhancements, compliance adherence, and team development, driving excellence across cross-fun...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $160K *

Advance operational efficiency by leading strategic network capacity initiatives, optimizing supply chain processes, and collaborating across functions to enhance customer experiences and drive perfor...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing railroad operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while developing high-performing teams and driving budget goals. Build strong relationships and support strategic grow...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Champion the delivery of complex rolling stock projects, overseeing all phases from contract launch to revenue service. Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, quality, and customer satisfactio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead traffic engineering projects across California, providing technical expertise and mentorship. Oversee studies, design procedures, and quality control while collaborating with interdisciplinary te...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join our team as a Senior Traffic Engineer, leading traffic studies and providing technical expertise for multimodal transportation projects across California. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative traffic engineering projects across California. Utilize your expertise to guide teams, enhance multimodal transportation solutions, and ensure high-quality de...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead traffic engineering projects across California, providing technical expertise and mentorship. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality deliverables while managing budgets a...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee transportation projects, providing technical expertise and leadership. Ensure compliance with quality standards and schedules while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating inter...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the Memphis Manufacturing Site by leading the Maintenance Department to enhance asset reliability, optimize equipment performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $142K *

Deliver innovative Intelligent Transportation Systems solutions that enhance safety, optimize traffic operations, and connect communities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and integr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $140K *

Make your mark at a global event by leading the execution and planning of bus services, ensuring seamless transportation for thousands. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver exemplary opera...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive the planning and execution of transportation and stormwater projects, leading multidisciplinary teams and managing client relationships from concept to construction while ensuring compliance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion a culture of safety in construction by leading initiatives, training teams, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Collaborate with project teams to enhance safety practices and red...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead large, complex highway design projects while ensuring client satisfaction, effective financial management, and team mentorship. Shape project delivery by directing multidisciplinary teams and fos...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Optimize operational excellence by leading multi-branch services, enhancing client satisfaction, and driving profitability. Collaborate with management to develop high-performing teams and ensure seam...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $120K *

Lead operational excellence by managing multi-branch services, ensuring quality delivery, and driving profitability. Collaborate with leadership to achieve strategic goals while developing high-perfor...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.

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