Transportation Manager Jobs in Virginia

Transportation Manager jobs in Virginia are in strong demand across logistics and distribution, federal contracting, defense supply chains, and public transit operations, with openings at every level from operations coordinator through regional director. The heaviest hiring concentrates in the Northern Virginia corridor, Richmond, and Hampton Roads, where employers like Amazon, the Virginia Department of Transportation, and Booz Allen Hamilton maintain significant transportation and fleet operations. Fleet coordination, freight operations, and multimodal logistics management are the most consistently sought specialties in Virginia. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles38
Top employerMichael Baker International
Top cityRoanoke, VA
Cities hiring18
Work type73% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Loudoun County, VA
Transportation Program Manager
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Loudoun County, VA
New 9h ago
Transportation Program Manager
Loudoun County, VA
Leesburg, Virginia
Engineering (Non-Software)
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$93k.59 - $167k.06/yr
Master's degree

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Chesterfield County Public Schools
Office Manager - Student Transportation
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Chesterfield County Public Schools
New 16h ago
Office Manager - Student Transportation
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Chesterfield, Virginia
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$33k.68 - $56k.66/yr
On-Site

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J2 Engineers
Transportation Project Manager
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J2 Engineers
Added 6d ago
Transportation Project Manager
J2 Engineers
Leesburg, Virginia
Account Management
Business Operations
Project Management
Bachelor of Science
2-10

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City of Roanoke
Manager of Transportation
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City of Roanoke
Added 6d ago
Manager of Transportation
City of Roanoke
Roanoke, Virginia
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$94k.31 - $151k.31/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP
Construction Manager - Transportation
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Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP
Added 1w ago
Construction Manager - Transportation
Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP
Richmond, Virginia
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $175k/yr
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Transportation Manager Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Roanoke
5 jobs
Richmond
5 jobs
Fairfax
4 jobs
Leesburg
3 jobs
Arlington
3 jobs
Virginia Beach
3 jobs
Norfolk
2 jobs
Alexandria
2 jobs
McLean
1 job

Transportation Manager Job Market in Virginia

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

Who's Hiring

Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International3 open roles
Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP
Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP3 open roles
HDR
HDR2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Trucking
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Virginia Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field required
  • Five or more years of transportation operations or logistics management experience
  • Proficiency with transportation management systems such as Oracle TMS or SAP
  • Valid commercial driver's license or experience managing CDL-licensed driver teams
  • Knowledge of FMCSA safety regulations and DOT compliance requirements
  • Strong record managing carrier relationships, freight contracts, and on-time delivery metrics

Transportation Manager Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a transportation manager in Virginia?

Virginia does not require a state-issued license specific to transportation managers, but most employers expect a bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or business administration paired with several years of hands-on operations experience. Candidates working in federally contracted or defense-adjacent roles in Virginia often benefit from obtaining a Certified Transportation Professional designation through the American Society of Transportation and Logistics. Building experience in dispatching, fleet coordination, or DOT compliance roles is the most common path to a first management position.

How much do transportation managers make in Virginia?

Transportation managers in Virginia earn a median of about $119,140 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,010 for the lowest 10% to over $205,640 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire transportation managers in Virginia?

Employers hiring transportation managers in Virginia right now include Michael Baker International, Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and major distribution hubs along the I-95 corridor means demand is spread across both public-sector and private logistics operations.

Which Virginia cities have the most transportation manager jobs?

Roanoke, Richmond, and Fairfax lead Virginia for transportation manager openings. Northern Virginia's density of federal agencies, defense contractors, and last-mile distribution operations drives the volume there, while Richmond's role as a regional logistics hub and Hampton Roads' port and military infrastructure sustain strong hiring in those markets as well.

Are there remote transportation manager jobs in Virginia?

Yes, but they're rare. Transportation management is inherently operational, and most roles in Virginia require on-site oversight of drivers, carriers, or freight facilities. About 27% of transportation manager openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve network planning, vendor management, or data analysis rather than day-to-day fleet oversight.

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

The most realistic entry point is a dispatcher, logistics coordinator, or fleet operations associate role, which large Virginia employers like the Virginia Department of Transportation and major distribution centers along the I-95 corridor post regularly. Building familiarity with DOT compliance and earning a Certified Transportation Professional credential signals readiness for management. Candidates who move from adjacent roles in warehouse supervision or supply chain analysis into transportation operations find the transition to a management title more direct than starting from outside the field entirely.

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

You can find and apply to transportation manager jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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