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.
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Partner with us to enhance project financial performance by managing costs, budgets, and risks. Collaborate with construction and project management teams to ensure accurate reporting and proactive de...
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Transform subcontractor engagement by leading qualification processes and building a robust network of partners to enhance federal construction projects. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance...
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Engineering Project/Process Manager (Print, Packaging and Prepress Technologies)
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Senior Manager, Partner Technology Architecture
$202K - $334K *
Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of Partner Technology Architects, driving partner growth through technical excellence, solution strategy, and AI adoption while ensuring impactful...
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Corporate Finance Manager, Fundraising and Investor Relations
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Champion the fundraising efforts of a dynamic corporate finance team, managing complex debt and equity processes while collaborating with senior leadership to craft compelling narratives for investors...
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Elevate business growth by driving new client acquisitions and expanding existing accounts, while monitoring customer satisfaction and providing operational guidance across multiple plants to ensure s...
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Senior Program Manager, PLM-PDM Systems
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Lead the implementation of global PLM/PDM systems, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance supply chain processes and support a Tier 1 ERP buildout, ensuring scalability and efficiency across inte...
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Empower a team by leading GIS and Real Property projects, enhancing data quality and usability for Army installations. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative geospatial solutions and ensu...
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Senior Manager, Contract Manufacturing
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Transform your career by overseeing contract manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and efficiency across diverse product formats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and...
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Responsable Qualité Chantier de Construction/Site Quality Specialist
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Join a dynamic team to oversee quality assurance in construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards and managing inspections. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success from star...
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Senior Manager, Truck Maintenance - Non-DOT
$101K - $169K *
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Associate Director, Project Management
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Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...
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$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in shaping innovative Commerce solutions, guiding a high-performing engineering team to deliver exceptional customer experiences while driving technical excellence and strategic decisi...
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Drive logistics optimization and cost reduction initiatives across global service operations, enhancing efficiency and performance in transportation and network design while collaborating with cross-f...
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Rail & Transit Territory Sales Manager - GCG Connectivity & Power Solutions - Remote + Travel
$120K - $130K *
Join our dynamic sales team to drive growth in the rail and transit market. Engage with OEMs and engineering teams, providing tailored connectivity solutions while managing strategic accounts across a...
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Transform your career by leading innovative tech solutions in a client-focused environment. Drive delivery, mentor teams, and ensure high client satisfaction from solution design to full deployment wh...
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Senior Director, Revenue Operations
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of revenue operations by leading cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance pipeline efficiency and forecasting accuracy in a dynamic e...
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Staff Software Engineer, Maps Services
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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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