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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$82K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of manufacturing by supporting project coordination and gaining cross-functional experience. Collaborate with experts while contributing to innovative solutions i...

Michigan, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $126K *

Lead the execution of CO2 refrigeration projects, overseeing start-up, commissioning, and technical support. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success, manage budgets, and enhance client relati...

Phoenix, AZRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing enterprise proposals and plans, ensuring compliance and quality across submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance win strategies and dri...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $118K *

Manage critical product documentation and engineering changes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in BOM configurations. Collaborate across teams to support product development and timely launches in th...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $135K *

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Hamilton, OHRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving utility-scale energy projects from concept to operation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery while managing complex stakeholder relationships i...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

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Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and governance of enterprise RBAC and ABAC frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance identity governance, automate processes, and strengthen access...

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

$79K - $127K *

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United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $125K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Shape innovative engineering solutions as you lead complex projects, focusing on low to medium voltage power systems in industrial settings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior e...

Warrenville, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $210K *

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Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $180K *

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Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$78K - $100K *

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $211K *

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Pittsburgh, PARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of utility-scale transmission projects. Oversee contractor activities, ensure quality installations, and foster strong relationships while managing project logist...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $187K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team focused on wet utilities management, overseeing core development and pre-construction budgeting to ensure project success and efficiency across multiple phases...

Virginia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $164K *

Drive impactful data-driven projects by leading a diverse team in fraud detection and prevention. Manage contract delivery, timelines, and client relationships while ensuring effective communication a...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Transform advanced semiconductor facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance, quality, and innovation while utilizing cutting-edge AI...

Austin, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Transform the future of technology by leading electrical design for advanced semiconductor facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, innovation, and quality in every p...

Phoenix, AZRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

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Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$143K - $286K *

Shape the future of logistics by leading product strategy and execution. Drive innovation in delivery optimization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and operati...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Innovate and manage large-scale commercial programs, driving cross-functional alignment and revenue growth. Lead end-to-end program development, ensuring operational excellence and strategic execution...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.