Transportation managers, operations jobs in Canada

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assistant transportation manager
Acme Transport Ltd.
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers
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Director of Transportation Sales
MacDonald Search Group
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- $150,000 to $180,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Collaborate with transportation operations to develop competitive, customized freight solutions.
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Director of Transportation
YM INC.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
The Director of Logistics has expertise in all areas of transportation (including ground, sea, line hauls) and is responsible for planning and directing logistical operations to retail…
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Transportation Manager
Reimer Associates Inc.
AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
- $70,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Reimer Associates is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, high-volume retailer for a Transportation Manager to lead daily Transportation operations across an assigned region. This is…
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Director of Operations, Transportation (Canada)
Jacobs
Calgary, AB
- $171,000 to $277,650 CAD / year
- Full-time
This is a fast-paced role reporting directly to the Executive Director of Operations and will have direct reports inclusive of Department Leaders, Managers of Projects, and select others.…
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Director of Operations, Transportation (Canada)
Jacobs
Ottawa, ON
- $171,000 to $277,650 CAD / year
- Full-time
This is a fast-paced role reporting directly to the Executive Director of Operations and will have direct reports inclusive of Department Leaders, Managers of Projects, and select others.…
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Director of Operations, Transportation (Canada)
Jacobs
Toronto, ON
- $171,000 to $277,650 CAD / year
- Full-time
This is a fast-paced role reporting directly to the Executive Director of Operations and will have direct reports inclusive of Department Leaders, Managers of Projects, and select others.…
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Director of Operations, Transportation (Canada)
Jacobs
Burnaby, BC
- $171,000 to $277,650 CAD / year
- Full-time
This is a fast-paced role reporting directly to the Executive Director of Operations and will have direct reports inclusive of Department Leaders, Managers of Projects, and select others.…
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Transportation Manager
DBI Transport
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
D.B.I. Dry-Blast Inc. is seeking an experienced and organized Transportation Manager to oversee and coordinate the company's transportation operations in Edmonton, Alberta. The successful…
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Transportation manager
Antares Marine Consultants Inc.
Brossard, QC
- From $50 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid
Oversee the setting of transportation service rates and monitor revenue
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assistant transportation manager
Acme Transport Ltd.
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
Negotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliers
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Transportation Manager
Tree of Life Canada
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
The Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing transportation operations and supporting the efficient, cost-effective, and reliable movement of goods across the North American…
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National Transportation Manager
Home Hardware Stores Limited
St. Jacobs, ON
- Full-time
Our National Transportation Manager is responsible for leading the organization’s transportation, fleet, and compliance programs to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations…
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Transportation Manager
Flanagan Foodservice Inc
NL
- Full-time
Reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager, the Transport Manager is responsible for the day-to-day execution and performance of the company’s transportation function. The role owns…
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Director of Transportation
KUTHALA GROUP
Georgetown, ON
- Full-time
Role Description The Director of Transportation is a full-time, on-site role based in Georgetown, ON. This role oversees all transportation operations, including fleet utilization, routing,…
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Transportation Manager - Full Time
TSP Talent
MB · Harrison Park, MB
- Full-time
Manage Central Transportation (CT) operations in accordance with standardized procedures to meet or exceed client expectations while adhering to budget guidelines.
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Transportation Manager (6-month contract)
DECIEM | THE ABNORMAL BEAUTY COMPANY
Mississauga, ON
- Contract
The Transportation Manager exists to provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of the global Transportation function, ensuring efficient, compliant, and uninterrupted transportation…
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Assistant transportation manager
GEAR-UP LOGISTIX
Brampton, ON
- From $55 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
Establish and implement policies and standards for the transportation and storage of goods
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Transportation manager
4Tracks Ltd.
Winnipeg, MB
- From $40.38 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
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Transportation manager
Supersonic Transport Ltd
Surrey, BC
- From $57.69 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
Establish and implement policies and standards for the transportation and storage of goods
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Transportation manager
Supreme Chain Logistics Ltd.
Surrey, BC
- From $57.69 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
Establish and implement policies and standards for the transportation and storage of goods
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Transportation manager
Lets Get Moving Calgary
Calgary, AB
- From $36 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
Establish and implement policies and standards for the transportation and storage of goods
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Transportation manager
Right-Link Transport Ltd.
Abbotsford, BC
- From $58 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
Establish and implement policies and standards for the transportation and storage of goods
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Global transportation manager
Global Cargo Connection Canada
Mississauga, ON
- From $54.5 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
Establish and implement policies and standards for the transportation and storage of goods
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Transportation manager
ABHAY TRUCKING INC.
Edmonton, AB
- From $48 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site

Jacobs

Director of Operations, Transportation (Canada)

Ottawa, ON, Canada

$171,000 to $277,650 CAD / year · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $171,000 to $277,650 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 2, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Are you a visionary leader ready to shape the future of transportation infrastructure across our Canada geography? Do you embrace innovative solutions to provide our clients and communities with the very best from a worldwide delivery team? If you are - come join our purpose-driven team where innovation, sustainability, and people-first leadership drive everything we do.

This is a fast-paced role reporting directly to the Executive Director of Operations and will have direct reports inclusive of Department Leaders, Managers of Projects, and select others. The successful candidate will bring a collaborative approach to cultivating partnerships with a wide range of cross-functional teams and leaders from finance, sales and people partners including HR, Talent Acquisition, Health & Safety, and Jacobs Employee Network (JEN) leaders.

This role can be based in any of our major Canadian offices, (Toronto, Vancouver/Burnaby, Calgary, Ottawa) and as a people leader you will be in our offices, projects sites or client offices 3 days a week as per our hybrid policy. You will need the ability to travel across Canada to meet our clients and your Jacobs colleagues.

In this role, you will

Grow our market presence through strategic partnerships and strong client relationships, working closely with sales partners, regional technologists, and design-build teams.
Apply strong business and financial insights to achieve key performance objectives and identify opportunities for sustainable growth.
Foster collaboration across the enterprise while coaching, mentoring, and developing future talent.
Champion attraction and retention initiatives, cultivating a culture of care, belonging, and professional growth that supports high engagement and low attrition.

Here's what you'll need

Minimum 12 years in leadership roles in operations for infrastructure and/or transportation markets
Engineering or business degree
Proven success delivering large, complex projects and programs
Strong financial acumen, including P&L accountability
Experience driving operational improvement and sustainable growth
An inclusive, people-focused approach with a passion for coaching, developing talent, and fostering high-performing teams
Ability to balance strategic priorities, adapt to changing needs, and execute effectively in a dynamic environment
Commitment to advancing global and digital delivery capabilities
Strong understanding of transportation market trends, clients, and design-build delivery

If you're passionate about building strong teams, fostering growth, and making a meaningful impact across Canada. Please submit a resume tailored to this opportunity, along with a one-page statement of interest addressing the following questions

Innovation, People, Culture & Inclusion

If selected for this role, how would you build a culture that promotes innovation, inclusion, collaboration, and accountability? How would you develop talent, strengthen leadership capability, foster diversity of thought, and create an environment where people are engaged and empowered to perform at their best?

Delivery Excellence, Operational Performance & Profitability

How would you drive delivery excellence, operational effectiveness, and profitable growth across the business? What strategies would you implement to improve project execution, increase margins, optimize resource utilization, and leverage global delivery capabilities?

The closing date for this opportunity is Monday, November 16, 2026.

Posted Salary Range Minimum

171,000.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

277,650.00

The base salary range for this position is $171,000.00 to $277,650.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across British Columbia, Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

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Responsibilities

Lead transportation operations across Canada, growing market presence through strategic partnerships and client relationships while meeting financial and operational objectives. Develop leaders and teams, strengthen collaboration across functions, and foster an inclusive culture that supports talent retention and sustainable growth.

Requirements

Requires at least 12 years of leadership experience in infrastructure or transportation operations, an engineering or business degree, and a record of delivering large, complex projects and programs. Candidates should bring P&L and financial expertise, operational improvement experience, transportation market and design-build knowledge, and strong people leadership and global delivery capabilities.

Skills

Operations Leadership
Transportation Infrastructure
Strategic Partnerships
Financial Acumen
Profit And Loss Accountability
Project And Program Delivery
Operational Improvement
Sustainable Growth
Talent Development
Coaching And Mentoring
Inclusive Leadership
Resource Utilization
Global Delivery
Digital Delivery
Design-Build Delivery

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Keywords

Transportation Infrastructure
Transportation Markets
Operations
Strategic Partnerships
Client Relationships
Financial Performance
Profit And Loss
Large Complex Projects
Program Delivery
Operational Improvement
Sustainable Growth
Design-Build
Global Delivery
Digital Delivery
Talent Acquisition
Talent Development
Leadership Development
Employee Engagement
Diversity And Inclusion
Health And Safety
Resource Utilization
Project Execution
Margin Improvement
Hybrid Work

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