TRANSPORTATION MANAGER

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Transportation Manager to oversee daily fleet and dispatch operations, ensure full regulatory compliance, and lead driver onboarding and performance management. This role plays a key part in maintaining safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation operations while supporting overall business objectives and operational performance.

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Wells, we empower talented team members to deliver exceptional client experiences through innovative problem-solving across preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. Guided by honesty and hard work, we build lasting trust while continuously improving building processes. Through strong collaboration, we deliver safe, reliable results that reduce risk and help our clients and communities succeed.

WHAT WE OFFER

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage full driver onboarding process, including hiring, screening, and compliance documentation
• Oversee IFTA reporting, fuel tax tracking, and mileage accuracy
• Coordinate and track truck maintenance schedules, repairs, and inspections
• Monitor and manage ELD systems for compliance, driver logs, and HOS regulations
• Conduct driver performance reviews and implement improvement plans as needed
• Purchase and manage permits, registrations, and regulatory filings
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA and DOT regulations
• Maintain driver qualification (DQ) files and ongoing compliance tracking
• Coordinate with dispatch and operations teams to optimize fleet efficiency
• Manage vendor relationships for maintenance, fuel, and equipment

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented transportation professional with strong experience in fleet operations, compliance, and driver management within the trucking or logistics industry. They bring in-depth knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, and IFTA regulations, along with hands-on experience managing ELD systems, maintenance programs, and driver qualification processes. This individual is a proactive leader who can effectively balance multiple priorities, build strong vendor and internal relationships, and drive safe, compliant, and efficient operations in a fast-paced environment. Looking for experience with Flatbed/Heavy hauling and doing permits.

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Proven experience in trucking, logistics, or fleet management
• Strong knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, and IFTA regulations
• Experience with ELD systems (e.g., Motive or similar platforms)
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar systems
• Valid driver's license with the ability to operate a motor vehicle

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.