Senior Manager of Transportation

The Senior Manager of Transportation is the owner of the Transportation Business Unit, a revenue generating branch of the Fiore & Sons, Inc. portfolio, and oversees both the Dispatch function and the Driver Management team. The Senior Transportation Manager is responsible for ensuring the business unit meets financial, cultural, and operational goals and embodying the Fiore & Sons, Inc.’s mission and values, positively impacting our stakeholders wherever possible.

• Build a culture of trust, accountability, and teamwork aligned with FIORE PRIDE.
• Balance internal support needs with external revenue opportunities.
• Champion communication standards and leadership programs across the unit.
• Hold Driver Managers accountable for day-to-day compliance execution.
• Build and maintain industry relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Partner with Estimating and Project Management to schedule internal project needs and identify external revenue opportunities.
• Negotiate competitive pricing and contracts to maximize margins.
• Determine optimal fleet size and five-year business growth strategies.
• Establish KPIs for Dispatch (utilization, turnaround times, responsiveness) and hold the team accountable.
• Directly oversee the Dispatch team, ensuring schedules are aligned with company priorities.
• Deliver metrics and data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Develop contingency plans to ensure trucks and drivers stay productive year-round.
• Maintenance of valid Class A CDL Driver License and good motor vehicle record (MVR) to pass and maintain insurability guidelines.
• Lead and mentor both Driver Managers and Dispatch leaders.
• Own the P&L for the Transportation Business Unit.
• Analyze and respond to market variability, seasonality, and supply chain issues.
• Set compliance policies and ensure systems are in place for DOT, OSHA, and FMCSA adherence.
• Provide regular updates to executives on financial performance, safety, and cultural progress.
• Ensure safety programs are embedded in both driving and dispatch operations.
• Follow-through to ensure drivers, field crews, and other departments have everything they need to be successful.
• Ensure Dispatch balances driver workload, jobsite needs, and client demands.
• Forecast, analyze, and deliver annual gross and net profit targets.

The Senior Manager of Transportation spends a lot of time in an office and/or shop environment, sitting and standing for extended periods of time. The Trucking Operations Manager must also visit construction sites, requiring the ability to walk for extended periods on uneven ground, climb ladders, and maneuver obstacles. The job also requires some driving, as well as the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50lbs. Additionally, the job entails repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, including use of a computer keyboard, and the ability to view screens for an extended period.

Excellent oral and written communications skills. This position requires the ability to communicate in English with co-workers, customers, and the general public.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Office and field environment, including exposure to varying office noise and temperature levels, and extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow when outdoors. The position also entails driving for up to 12 or more hours per week.

This job requires the ability to do math equations and summaries for reviewing and reporting statistical and budgetary information.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Superior communication skills and modeling of Fiore’s Leadership Journey, FIORE PRIDE, and SULU, among others.
• Ability to reallocate resources and maximize efficiency when over-resourced.
• Strong analytical skills and an inclination toward win-wins.
• Extensive familiarity and expertise with Microsoft Office Suite, as well as the ability to quickly master new software.
• Certifications for Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Logistics, Transportation, Distribution (CLTD), or Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Ability to manage a high number of moving pieces without losing site of the big picture.
• Superior EQ, leadership, and communication skills, including:
• Bilingual English and Spanish skills, both written and verbal.
• The skills and drive to build a team that is continually levelling up and will eventually be better than the leaders themselves.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as required to accommodate customer and project demands.
• Strong computer skills, including:
• College degree focused on Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business Administration, or Industrial Engineering.
• Ability to accept responsibility for outcomes and respond in a way that encourages further feedback and inspires others to do the same.
• Ability to engage and inspire teammates while holding them accountable in a manner consistent with Company goals and communication standards.
• Understanding of industry trends and market fluctuations.
• Ability to foster an environment of open communication and feedback, such that every employee feels comfortable speaking up without fear of judgment or repercussions.
• The ability to manage change and growth in a largely field-based team.
• Strong communication skills to work across leadership levels and departments with varying goals and priorities.
• Creative problem-solving skills, including:
• Ability to pass and maintain DOT safety sensitive FMCSA requirements in regard to pre- and post-employment drug screening and DOT physical.
• In-depth understanding of the trucking industry, including:
• Strong financial acumen, including an understanding and ability to build budgets, read income statements, and build metrics.
• Ability to successfully drive a revenue-generating business unit.
• Understanding of logistic software and the ability to access software options for implementation.
• Ability to think outside the box to solve logistical shortages.
• Understanding of daily tasks and pitfalls that drivers encounter.
• The ability to not only maintain but also build a highly effective culture, rich in teamwork and trust.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in logistics and/or construction. A minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a Transportation Manager or Superintendent role.
• Experience working with systems such as Vista Viewpoint, Bid2Win (B2W) or any logistics software.
• Ability to generate and maintain strategic partnerships with other clients and truck suppliers, etc.
• Broad understanding of logistics best practices, budgeting, and production maximization.
• Ability to negotiate effectively with partners and vendors without losing the relationship.
• Ability to grasp new processes, procedures, data, and expectations quickly in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strategic mindset, including:
• Understanding of the trucking industry culture and ability to ensure Fiore & Sons upholds its own unique values.
• Ability to make a strategic case for recommendations in several areas affecting the Transportation Business Unit.
• Ability to read, understand, and implement general transportation procedures, guidelines, and processes.

$129,000.00 to $201,000.00 annually

Fiore & Sons, Inc. is an employee-owned (ESOP) civil construction company with over 70 years of experience serving Colorado and the surrounding states. As an industry leader known for innovation, environmental stewardship, and a people-first culture, we believe in sharing success with our team. We offer stability, career growth, and exceptional benefits, including 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums. At Fiore, every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to make an impact. Build your future with Fiore!

TOTAL COMPENSATION

• FSA Account - optional
• Voluntary Vision Plan paired with Hearing Care
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, & Wellness Time Off
• HSA Account - with HDHP
• Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• $25,000.00 Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – with additional voluntary options
• Dental – 100% Employee and Family Level Premium paid
• 100% Employee and 80% Dependent Premium paid
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Limited Medical Gap Plans - optional
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match contributions.
• Platinum Plus grade plan w/$0 Deductible and Low Out of Pocket Max
• Identity Protection and Pet Insurance - optional