Explore transportation project manager opportunities for experienced professionals leading complex infrastructure, transit, logistics, and mobility initiatives. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you discover roles that align with your expertise and career goals.
Transportation project managers coordinate projects from planning and design through construction, launch, or operational delivery. They align multidisciplinary teams, manage schedules and budgets, assess risks, coordinate with public agencies and private partners, and keep stakeholders informed. Depending on the role, projects may involve highways, bridges, rail, public transit, airports, ports, freight, or emerging mobility systems.
Employers commonly value project leadership, budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, risk management, and strong communication. Experience with transportation infrastructure, regulatory requirements, procurement, and stakeholder engagement can be especially useful. Some roles request a degree in engineering, construction management, urban planning, or a related field, along with credentials such as PMP or a professional engineering license.
Find roles across consulting firms, construction and engineering companies, logistics organizations, technology providers, and government or transit agencies. Compare opportunities by specialization, seniority, location, and compensation, and use Ladders to focus your search on vetted positions paying $100,000 or more.
Transportation Project Manager
$100K - $125K *
Lead the charge in managing transportation projects, enhancing community connectivity through innovative design and strategic planning while mentoring a dynamic team to ensure project excellence and c...
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Transportation Project Manager
$100K - $125K *
Lead projects in transportation and environmental design, managing teams and client relationships to enhance community infrastructure and ensure project quality and compliance...
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Transportation Project Manager
$100K - $125K *
Lead project management for transportation initiatives including trails and roadways. Foster team development while ensuring client satisfaction and budget adherence. Engage in community planning and...
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Project Manager - Transportation
$174K - $255K *
Elevate your career by leading complex transportation and infrastructure projects. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and mentor teams while delivering high-quality engineering solutions that meet c...
6 days ago
Transportation Project Manager / Senior Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Engage in managing transportation projects from planning to delivery, fostering client relationships, mentoring staff, and driving organizational growth within a dynamic team environment...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Transportation, DOT
$100K - $130K *
Drive the successful execution of heavy highway projects across multiple states, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and budget standards while fostering client relationships and identifying new bu...
6 days ago
Project Manager / Transportation
$120K *
Drive your career with a dynamic Project Manager role overseeing diverse transportation projects. Collaborate with teams, manage budgets, and lead initiatives to enhance infrastructure and community c...
1 week ago
Project Manager, Transportation
$100K - $113K *
Lead the charge in enhancing transportation operations by managing diverse projects, optimizing transit services, and implementing innovative solutions to improve community mobility and safety...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Transportation & Structures
$88K - $105K *
Transform your career by leading impactful transportation and structural engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring junior engineers...
Reposted 4 days ago
Project Manager / Preconstruction Manager - Transportation Facilities
$100K - $120K *
Manage and optimize public-sector transportation and facility projects from planning through closeout, ensuring effective delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while collaborating with m...
1 week ago
Project Manager / Preconstruction Manager - Transportation Facilities
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading public-sector transportation projects from planning to closeout. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure successful project delivery, managing scope, budget, and sched...
1 week ago
Deputy Project Manager - Transportation
$143K - $205K *
Lead the charge in transportation and infrastructure projects, ensuring quality deliverables and compliance with regulations. Provide strategic direction, manage complex projects, and mentor staff to...
Reposted yesterday
Project Manager - Transportation Road Design
$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to lead municipal and transportation projects, utilizing your project management and engineering expertise to enhance infrastructure and promote sustainable community growth throug...
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Project Manager (Transportation Rehabilitation)
$74K - $99K *
Shape the future of urban infrastructure by leading diverse construction projects, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with design and policy standards in a dynamic environment...
4 days ago
Project Manager - Transportation, DOT
$100K - $130K *
Lead the planning and execution of heavy highway projects across multiple states, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and budget standards while fostering client relationships and pursuing new busi...
5 days ago
Project Manager - Transportation
$95K - $115K *
Advance infrastructure projects by managing design, client relations, and team growth. Utilize your extensive experience in roadway design and project management to drive successful project deliveries...
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Project Manager II - Transportation
$88K - $105K *
Lead multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver quality engineering solutions on time and within budget. Manage project lifecycles, client communications, and technical tasks while ensuring client sa...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead transportation projects focused on highway, bridge, and traffic improvements. Collaborate with various stakeholders, mentor junior staff, and engage in business development. A dynamic role requir...
Reposted 2 days ago
Civil Project Manager, Transportation
$95K - $115K *
Manage complex transportation projects, ensuring timely delivery and profitability while leading a dynamic team. Drive business development and client relationships, leveraging 8+ years of roadway des...
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Civil Project Manager, Transportation
$95K - $115K *
Advance your career by managing complex transportation projects, overseeing design and delivery, and leading a dynamic team to achieve client satisfaction and business growth...
Reposted today
Civil Project Manager, Transportation
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of transportation projects by leading design and management efforts, ensuring timely delivery and profitability while mentoring a dynamic team and fostering client relationships...
Reposted yesterday
Transportation Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Transform land development projects through traffic engineering, utilizing your expertise in PennDOT regulations while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver insightful studies, compre...
Reposted 2 days ago
Transportation Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
The Transportation Project Manager will oversee large land development projects, focusing on traffic engineering and planning. The role involves collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams and represe...
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Transportation Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Engage in managing large land development projects, coordinating traffic engineering and planning efforts while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery and co...
Reposted 2 days ago
Transportation Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's shaping dynamic land development projects. Leverage your traffic engineering expertise to manage comprehensive studies, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and drive successfu...
Reposted 2 days ago
What does a transportation project manager do?
A transportation project manager plans and delivers projects such as roads, bridges, rail, transit, airports, and freight systems. Responsibilities often include coordinating teams, managing budgets and timelines, overseeing risks and contracts, and communicating with stakeholders.
What qualifications are common for transportation project manager jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often seek relevant experience and a degree in engineering, construction management, urban planning, or a related discipline. PMP certification, a professional engineering license, and familiarity with transportation regulations may be preferred for some positions.
Where do transportation project managers work?
They may work for transportation agencies, transit operators, engineering and construction firms, consultants, logistics companies, or mobility technology providers.
How can I find transportation project manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?
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