Project Manager, Transportation Jobs

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.

What Transportation Project Managers Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

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.

Explore Transportation Project Manager Careers

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.

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$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects that drive strategic goals. Oversee project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and stakeholder engagement while fostering collaboration acro...

St. Louis, MORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects by coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining project health through effective planning and execution. Drive stakeholde...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $119K *

Drive impactful health initiatives by leading high-visibility projects across the Health Systems segment. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage resources, and deliver results through effective plannin...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Engage in high-impact consulting, leading digital transformation in terminal operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize workflows, enhance automation, and drive strategic initiat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$117K - $234K *

Champion sustainability initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to implement climate strategies and environmental programs. Drive practical actions and reporting while adapting to evolving corpo...

Palm Beach Gardens, FLRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $98K *

Champion safety initiatives across multiple locations, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with management to implement strategies that mitigate risks and enhance opera...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety standards across multiple construction projects. Collaborate with field teams to ensure compliance and improve practices, making safety a priority and fostering a c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$179K - $254K *

Join a team that's driving the future of mobility and IoT! Oversee product lifecycles, collaborate with executives, and navigate complex networks to align cutting-edge solutions with customer needs an...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$155K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading regional learning operations across the Americas and EMEA. Drive operational excellence, optimize processes, and enhance learning experiences while collaborating with di...

Farmington, CTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $145K *

Shape the future of project management as a Senior Cost Manager, driving cost efficiency and strategic decision-making. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance client value and foster strong relatio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee complex enterprise implementations, ensuring successful delivery across multiple departments. Leverage AI tools and project management expertise to enhance stakeholder e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $218K *

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team, ensuring effective design, configuration, and lifecycle management of complex infrastructure products while balancing technical risks and program...

Austin, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$157K - $283K *

Transform transit operations by leading complex Automatic Train Supervision initiatives. Drive collaboration across technical and operational teams, ensuring system performance and reliability for maj...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Engage in project management excellence by overseeing revenue control, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and leading teams to deliver successful outcomes while ensuring client satisfaction a...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $200K *

Transform federal programs by leading owner's representative services, ensuring effective project delivery from inception to closeout. Leverage commercial real estate expertise to advocate for owners...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$134K - $241K *

Champion trade compliance by leading a team to ensure adherence to regulations, manage risks, and implement strategies that align with business goals while fostering a culture of integrity and innovat...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Manage complex cybersecurity verification programs across large-scale data center projects. Lead coordination among diverse teams, ensuring operational readiness and technical integration throughout c...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $205K *

Empower our Data/AI team by leading engineering efforts to enhance machine learning and data architecture, driving innovation within a collaborative and high-performance environment focused on effecti...

CanadaRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading storeroom solutions projects, enhancing service quality, and driving strategic initiatives across multiple customer engagements in manufacturing environments...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$62K - $99K *

Lead project teams in efficiently onboarding clients to software, focusing on ACV recognition while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project success through strategic planning and cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform the future of mobile broadcasting by leading technical operations, ensuring show readiness, and delivering exceptional live production experiences while mentoring teams and managing client r...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead a national team of Sales Specialists to drive growth through effective sales execution, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Foster collaboration with regional teams while enhancing associate ca...

Norcross, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$157K - $283K *

Lead the charge in managing transportation infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while driving profitability and collaboration across teams to deliver successful outcomes for client...

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Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Execute comprehensive program management for a critical Air Force contract, leading a diverse team to ensure compliance, quality, and performance across multiple global operations while maintaining 24...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive client satisfaction as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing eDiscovery projects, managing budgets, and consulting on best practices. Lead teams, enhance workflows, and ensure timely delivery whi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a transportation project manager do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more, then refine your search by location, specialization, and seniority.