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 - $166K *

Champion project execution and risk management in complex energy infrastructure, driving operational efficiency and digital innovation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance projec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale engineering projects by overseeing design tasks, ensuring compliance, and mentoring team members. Collaborate with project managers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Oversee the construction process for new stores and special projects, managing negotiations and ensuring compliance from inception to operations turnover. Collaborate with internal teams and external...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $100K *

Lead and mentor a field acquisition team while managing complex land negotiations. Collaborate with project management to ensure efficient progress on acquisition files and resolve challenging negotia...

Minnesota, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $147K *

Empower multi-site data center and AI infrastructure programs valued at $25M+, leading diverse teams to ensure successful delivery, budget management, and customer satisfaction while driving executive...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $137K *

Lead site management activities by overseeing installation teams, ensuring project success through effective communication, risk mitigation, and adherence to quality standards across all on-site opera...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform real estate transactions by managing complex portfolios, leading negotiations, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$91K - $148K *

Transform your career by leading complex projects, managing resources, and ensuring quality deliverables. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive strategic initiatives and maintain client relationship...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive the successful delivery of complex global clinical trials, overseeing cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory standards while managing budgets and timelines to exc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality cost management services for large-scale data center projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met throughout the...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$126K - $190K *

Drive large-scale supply chain projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and enhance operational...

Calabasas, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $188K *

Transform BIM services by leading a skilled team, ensuring technical excellence and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning to enhance project delivery a...

Lenexa, KSRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Optimize site acquisition strategies for data center projects, leading evaluations and negotiations to secure land and power infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure feasibili...

Houston, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $191K *

Empower innovation in safety technology by developing AI-driven solutions that enhance customer experiences and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, impactful products...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $340K *

Champion construction delivery excellence across global data center sites, managing GC performance and budgets of $25M+. Lead strategy, negotiate contracts, and represent construction risks to executi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $160K *

Drive the data and AI strategy by collaborating with clients, shaping predictive roadmaps, and translating complex problems into actionable product development, enhancing customer-facing analytics and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the delivery of Salesforce programs by leading end-to-end project management, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance federal application modernization efforts...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $154K *

Optimize and integrate the manufacturing process for hazardous materials, taking ownership from design through commissioning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and efficiency i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate the delivery of complex, cross-functional programs by leading strategic planning, governance, and stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment with client objectives and operational excellenc...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $149K *

Drive business growth by leading sales strategies for Digital Intelligence solutions, engaging with transit and rail agencies. Build strong customer relationships, manage key accounts, and ensure alig...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $100K *

Lead environmental planning and permitting projects, managing multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and regulatory approval. Collaborate closely with clients and regulatory agencies while foste...

Portland, ORRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $210K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading design coordination for OFCI mechanical systems in a dynamic data center environment, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to technical standard...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$200K - $500K *

Oversee project coordination and delivery timelines, bridging technical expertise with leadership to ensure efficient collaboration and successful execution of key initiatives within a dynamic develop...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as you lead engineering teams in high voltage substation projects, ensuring quality and efficiency from design to completion while collaborating with key stakeholders and managin...

Maine, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex power and energy projects, ensuring successful delivery and stakeholder engagement while managing budgets, risks, and multi-disciplinary teams for high-impact initi...

Freeport, MERemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.