Director of Operations - Specialized Transport

1 month ago
Full-time
Lead
Operations
Keller Executive Search

Keller Executive Search

Keller Executive Search is a leading global headhunting and recruitment firm with a presence in 48 countries. We specialize in finding quality leaders to drive business success through retained executive search and a range of curated services, includin...

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Description

  • Develop and execute the U.S. operations strategy in alignment with company growth objectives.
  • Oversee daily operations, including scheduling, load planning, routing, and resource allocation.
  • Drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency, safety, and profitability.
  • Ensure compliance with multi-state and federal transport requirements, including permits, escorts, bridge laws, and DOT rules.
  • Oversee engineering and design for multi-axle configurations, load distribution, and abnormal load stability.
  • Manage complex oversized and high-risk transport moves involving specialized cargo.
  • Recruit, build, and lead a high-performing operations team, including drivers, project managers, dispatchers, and safety personnel.
  • Establish KPIs, performance metrics, and accountability systems across the operation.
  • Act as the primary operational liaison for clients, brokers, and vendors, and coordinate with engineering, sales, and project teams.
  • Build and manage operating budgets and track financial performance, cost per move, and margins.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in heavy haul, specialized transport, or complex logistics operations.
  • Proven experience managing multi-state U.S. operations, including permitting, routing, and DOT/FMCSA compliance.
  • Deep knowledge of oversize/overweight permitting across U.S. states, including superload thresholds.
  • Strong engineering understanding of multi-axle trailers, abnormal load dynamics, axle load distribution, and bridge law compliance.
  • Experience with load securement engineering, center-of-gravity modeling, and transport frame design.
  • Established credibility with drivers, rigging crews, and field operations teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams from the ground up.
  • Strong financial acumen, including budget management, cost modeling, and margin analysis.
  • Exceptional leadership and decision-making ability under high-pressure conditions.
  • Valid passport, willingness to travel 25–50% across the U.S., and ability to pass a comprehensive background check.
  • Familiarity with routing and simulation tools such as AutoTURN, CAD, and swept path analysis is preferred.
  • Experience with TMS platforms such as McLeod or TransPlus, and maintenance systems such as Cetaris or Samsara is preferred.
  • Knowledge of cross-border compliance, including CBP, ACI/ACE, and customs broker coordination, is preferred.
  • Experience with EPC contractor partnerships and project cargo logistics is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Safety Management System design in a heavy haul context is preferred.
  • Experience structuring insurance for U.S. transport operations is preferred.
  • Proficiency in financial analytics tools such as advanced Excel and QuickBooks is preferred.

Benefits

  • Base salary of $150,000–$250,000.
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity.
  • 10–15 days of paid time off to start.
  • Full benefits package provided to shortlisted candidates.
  • Clear career growth path to expanded multi-location leadership as the U.S. operation scales.
  • Family-oriented culture with a genuine emphasis on work/life balance.

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