Manager Fleet and Transportation

Colonial Group; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PCG in Lenexa, KS seeks a Fleet & Transportation Manager to lead a fleet team and manage procurement, maintenance, fuel, and disposition of vehicles and equipment. You will partner with senior leadership to optimize efficiency, safety, and cost across the fleet organization.

The role requires strong knowledge of fleet operations, budgeting, lifecycle costing, and DOT compliance, with experience in telematics and vendor management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, transportation, business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in transportation/fleet management or logistics.
• Experience in construction or related industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a fleet team of 4–6 members with coaching and performance oversight.
• Develop and implement fleet goals, policies, and priorities.
• Provide senior leadership with insight on fleet policies and financial performance.
• Administer vehicle replacement and lifecycle optimization programs.
• Manage fuel usage programs to monitor consumption and costs.
• Develop environmental initiatives including alternative fuels.
• Oversee maintenance programs and vehicle history tracking.
• Ensure DOT regulatory compliance and maintain policy manuals.
• Conduct audits and provide personnel training as necessary.
• Ensure hazardous material handling and storage compliance.
• Provide recommendations for vehicle selection using lifecycle cost analysis.
• Administer accident management programs.
• Develop telematics systems and vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with branch managers on freight and logistics solutions.

Skills

Fleet operations

DOT compliance

Budgeting

Lifecycle costing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Telematics

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in logistics/transportation/business

Tools

Fleet management systems

Job description

PCG is seeking a Fleet & Transportation Manager for our operations based in Lenexa, KS.

The Transportation Manager will direct and manage the company's fleet management program, including procurement, repair, fuel, maintenance, and disposition of all vehicles and equipment. This role will partner with senior leadership and branch managers to ensure operational efficiency, compliance, safety, and cost optimization across the fleet organization.

Essential Functions:

• Lead, develop, and manage a fleet team of 4–6 team members, providing direction, coaching, and performance oversight to ensure effective execution of fleet operations, compliance, and cost management initiatives
• Assist in the development and implementation of fleet goals, objectives, policies, and priorities
• Provide insight to senior leadership on fleet policies, financial performance, compliance, and safety initiatives
• Administer a vehicle replacement program to ensure fleet reliability and lifecycle optimization
• Manage fuel usage programs to monitor and control consumption and cost
• Develop and implement environmental initiatives, including alternative fuel evaluation
• Oversee maintenance programs and ensure accurate tracking of vehicle history
• Ensure compliance with federal and state DOT regulations and maintain policy manuals
• Conduct audits and provide training to personnel as necessary
• Ensure compliance with hazardous material handling and storage regulations
• Provide recommendations for vehicle selection using lifecycle cost analysis
• Administer accident management programs
• Develop and manage telematics systems and vendor relationships
• Collaborate with branch managers on freight and logistics solutions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required:

• Strong understanding of fleet operations, transportationlogistics, and DOT compliance
• Financial acumen including cost analysis, budgeting, and lifecycle costing
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with telematics and fleet management systems
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree inlogistics, transportation, business, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience, including demonstrated success leading teams in a dynamic, multi-location environment
• Experience in transportation, fleet management, or logistics roles preferred
• Experience in construction or related industry preferred