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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$79K - $112K *

Lead project delivery by managing schedules, costs, and risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in innovative civil transportation projects, enhancing roadway designs and client relationships. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional service and drive successful out...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading temperature-controlled logistics for frozen and chilled products. Own the transportation strategy, manage 4PL partnerships, and ensure cold chain integrity while collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of property management by leading maintenance, repair, and project initiatives across diverse properties, ensuring optimal performance, compliance, and asset preservation through effe...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$228K - $245K *

Manage major parking technology projects, overseeing vendor relations, system integrations, and budget controls to enhance SFMTA's parking and enforcement programs. Drive innovation and ensure project...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $124K *

Advance the future of electric distribution engineering by leading teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success through effective procedures and collaboration. Drive operational...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Champion fleet efficiency by overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring compliance and safety, and leading technician teams to enhance performance and reliability. Drive results through effective sch...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $113K *

Lead the finance department by providing strategic oversight and hands-on management of financial operations, ensuring compliance and supporting organizational growth through informed decision-making...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading distribution center activities, enhancing performance, and driving continuous improvement across safety, quality, and team engagement to achieve strategic go...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $220K *

Lead the charge in driving successful integration initiatives across functions, translating business goals into strategic plans, managing risks, and fostering collaboration to achieve operational exce...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $144K *

Empower your career with a role that leads budget management and team oversight, ensuring effective resource allocation and compliance for a major transportation department. Collaborate with stakehold...

Yesterday

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

$91K - $101K *

Lead the charge in managing and coordinating maintenance operations for multiple facilities, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive your career with a transformative role that enhances customer success, elevates experiences, and fosters organizational change. Lead cross-functional initiatives to implement strategies that ens...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $210K *

Take ownership of operations leadership, driving safety, quality, and productivity in a high-mix manufacturing environment while fostering team development and continuous improvement across product li...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Unlock the potential of rail infrastructure by leading conventional signalling works across GO Expansion corridors. Drive integration, manage risks, and ensure safety while collaborating with key stak...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Transform logistics management by leading high-visibility programs, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance tactical C2 systems, and ensuring effective support strategies throughout the acquisition...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic program management for medium to large-scale surface transportation projects, ensuring ethical practices and innovation while leading teams to achieve financial success and foster clie...

1 week ago

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

$200K - $230K *

Unlock the potential of financial strategy by driving analysis, modeling, and cross-functional collaboration to support key decisions in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Your insights will shape o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $142K *

Oversee strategic facility operations and maintenance, ensuring safety and efficiency across campus infrastructure. Lead a multidisciplinary team, manage capital assets, and foster partnerships to enh...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize engineering solutions as a technical leader, ensuring design compliance and quality control while managing project deliverables and fostering cross-functional collaboration...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading technology strategy and vendor oversight for critical systems supporting operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance performance and drive continu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$152K - $193K *

Champion technology strategy and vendor oversight to enhance operational performance and service delivery for a major tolling program. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure systems meet business obj...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in highway maintenance. This role involves project management, client relations, and continuous improvement, ensuring successful delivery of infrastru...

Ponoka, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing highway maintenance projects, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction across multiple contracts. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while overseeing p...

Camrose, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Manage highway maintenance projects, ensuring operational success and client satisfaction. Leverage your expertise in construction and engineering to drive efficiency and innovation across multiple co...

Red Deer, ABIn-Person

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.

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