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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$85K - $119K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing transportation maintenance operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality service delivery while fostering workforce development and interdepar...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's central to financial planning and analysis, driving budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Collaborate with program and finance leaders to ensure financial accuracy and actionable i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and coordinating tolling, ITS, and electrical systems. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage project schedules and budgets, and ensure compliance with standards while de...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary standards while driving operational excellence across diverse client contracts in North America. Your leadership will foster strong rela...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Deliver impactful roadway designs by collaborating across teams, mentoring staff, and ensuring project success from scope to execution. Your expertise will help shape critical infrastructure, enhancin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing transportation projects by executing precise designs, collaborating with diverse professionals, and delivering high-quality solutions to exceed client expecta...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement while managing a diverse team to meet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $90K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in global transportation logistics. Drive compliance and operational excellence while managing import/export processes and enhancing team performance through...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining commercial leadership in major nuclear infrastructure projects. Drive strategic governance, manage complex contracts, and lead a high-performing commercial organization t...

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $111K *

Join our team to lead fleet operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and exceptional service. You'll manage driver performance, resolve issues, and maintain strong relationships with customers and sta...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate sales growth by managing regional activities, developing strategies, and nurturing key client relationships. Lead a sales team to achieve targets while analyzing market trends to identify b...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Optimize operations by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring top-notch event execution across multiple venues while fostering a culture of safety and efficiency...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Lead national strategic oversight and compliance for surface transportation security. Oversee program implementation, data analysis, and policy development while collaborating with senior leadership t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $129K *

Drive safety initiatives on a large-scale project, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while fostering a proactive safety culture among field teams. Collaborate to enhance operational...

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

$92K - $129K *

Contribute to a proactive safety culture on a large-scale data center project. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations, while promoting operational excellence...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing large-scale operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and exceptional customer relations while driving team development and continuous improvement initiatives across multi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$208K - $312K *

Shape the future of financial leadership by driving performance and governance for a U.S. Federal Government business. Collaborate with executive teams to provide strategic insights, enhance operation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $129K *

Lead safety initiatives on a large-scale project, collaborating with teams to foster a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while promoting operational excel...

Today

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

$170K - $200K *

Drive operational excellence and transformation initiatives across the organization. Collaborate with executive stakeholders to enhance performance, optimize processes, and implement scalable solution...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence and transformation initiatives, partnering with executives to enhance performance, optimize processes, and implement scalable solutions that drive growth and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the growth of transportation services by leading roadway projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring engineering staff. Drive strategic initiatives and ensure project deliver...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform the construction services landscape by leading a dynamic CEI program, ensuring compliance and quality in roadway and bridge projects while fostering strong partnerships with VDOT and local a...

Richmond, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and expand a construction services program, overseeing CEI services for roadway and bridge projects. Foster relationships with VDOT and local agencies while mentoring staff and driving business d...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform the construction landscape in Virginia by leading a dynamic CEI program. Oversee roadway and bridge projects, foster client relationships, and mentor a dedicated team to ensure excellence in...

Norfolk, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Build a transformative construction services program in Virginia, overseeing CEI services for roadway and bridge projects. Lead a dedicated team, foster client relationships, and drive strategic growt...

Virginia Beach, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.