Transportation Manager Jobs in Colorado

Transportation Manager jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins, where logistics hubs, distribution centers, and government contractors drive steady demand at every level from operations supervisor to regional director. Amazon, XPO Logistics, and the Colorado Department of Transportation are among the most established employers in the state, consistently filling roles in fleet operations, freight coordination, and last-mile delivery management. Colorado's position as a Rocky Mountain distribution gateway keeps demand strong year-round. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles17
Top employerStantec
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring8
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryConsulting

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Modivcare
Transportation Network Manager I
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Modivcare
New 12h ago
Transportation Network Manager I
Modivcare
Denver, Colorado
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$111k - $114k/yr
Managed care organization experience
10,000+

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Via Mobility Services
Transportation Operations Manager
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Via Mobility Services
Added 5d ago
Transportation Operations Manager
Via Mobility Services
Denver, Colorado
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$80k - $100k/yr
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Amazon.com
Sr. Transportation Manager
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Amazon.com
Added 6d ago
Sr. Transportation Manager
Amazon.com
Commerce City, Colorado
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$135k - $183k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Gates Corporation
Sr Manager, North America Transportation & Logistics
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Gates Corporation
Added 1w ago
Sr Manager, North America Transportation & Logistics
Gates Corporation
Denver, Colorado
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
$130k - $155k/yr
Six Sigma Certification
10,000+

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AMCON Distributing Company
Transportation Manager
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AMCON Distributing Company
Added 1w ago
Transportation Manager
AMCON Distributing Company
Colorado City, Colorado
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Transportation Manager Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
8 jobs
Fort Collins
2 jobs
Colorado Springs
2 jobs
Hudson
1 job
Englewood
1 job
Colorado City
1 job
Commerce City
1 job
Greenwood Village
1 job

Transportation Manager Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Stantec
Stantec3 open roles
Dewberry
Dewberry1 open role
ww clyde
ww clyde1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Consumer Goods

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in transportation manager jobs across Colorado.

  • Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a closely related field
  • Five or more years of transportation or logistics operations experience
  • Active commercial driver's license or direct experience managing CDL-holding drivers
  • Demonstrated experience managing carrier relationships and negotiating freight contracts
  • Proficiency with transportation management systems such as Oracle TMS or MercuryGate
  • Familiarity with FMCSA hours-of-service regulations and DOT compliance requirements

Transportation Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a transportation manager in Colorado?

Most Colorado employers hire transportation managers who hold a bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or business and have several years of progressively responsible operations experience. Colorado does not require a state-issued license for the role itself, but many employers expect DOT compliance knowledge and, in freight-heavy roles, direct experience supervising CDL drivers. Earning a Certified Transportation Professional credential through the American Society of Transportation and Logistics strengthens any application.

How much do transportation managers make in Colorado?

Transportation managers in Colorado earn a median of about $132,610 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,160 for the lowest 10% to over $213,580 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire transportation managers in Colorado?

Companies currently hiring transportation managers in Colorado include Stantec, Dewberry, and ww clyde, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's role as a western distribution corridor means large e-commerce carriers, regional freight brokers, and state agencies all maintain consistent hiring pipelines for the role.

Which Colorado cities have the most transportation manager jobs?

Denver, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs have the most transportation manager openings in Colorado. Denver dominates because of its major logistics corridors, airport-adjacent distribution facilities, and the presence of the Colorado Department of Transportation headquarters, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins draw demand from defense contractors, manufacturing facilities, and growing last-mile delivery networks in the Front Range corridor.

Are there remote transportation manager jobs in Colorado?

Yes, but they're rare. Transportation management is inherently an on-site role tied to fleet oversight, warehouse coordination, and carrier relations, so most positions require a physical presence. About 60% of transportation manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to concentrate in freight brokerage, third-party logistics coordination, and network planning roles where daily floor presence is not required.

How can I get hired as a transportation manager in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving up from a dispatcher, logistics coordinator, or warehouse lead role at a Colorado distribution center or freight company. Large Front Range employers such as Amazon and XPO regularly hire operations associates and team leads who can advance into management after demonstrating floor competency. Completing a supply chain certificate through Colorado State University or the University of Denver and earning a DOT compliance credential gives candidates a clear edge when applying for their first management role.

Where can I find and apply to transportation manager jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to transportation manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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