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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$85K - $102K *

Drive innovative bridge design and inspection services, enhancing our Transportation - Bridge Department. Collaborate with engineers, oversee projects, and ensure high-quality deliverables while maint...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Lead the strategic planning and delivery of large-scale municipal infrastructure programs, ensuring project alignment with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and budgetary constraints while m...

Wellington, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Optimize infrastructure impact by leading large-scale municipal projects. Oversee strategic planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement to ensure timely delivery and compliance with standards, whi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$103K - $130K *

Elevate progress at the intersection of public-sector consulting and program management. Lead complex projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing scope, budget, and multidiscipli...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $130K *

Lead complex public-sector consulting projects, managing scope, budget, and client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance across multidisciplinary teams and initiatives...

Alabama, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$143K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing right-of-way acquisition for infrastructure projects. Oversee planning, ensure compliance, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes whil...

Today

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

$143K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing right-of-way acquisition processes, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading project planning and stakeholder engagement for successful infrastructur...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine your career as a Civil Engineer, leading diverse transportation design projects. Collaborate with clients, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with codes while enhancing public infrastructur...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee civil construction projects, ensuring successful execution through collaboration with cross-functional teams, adherence to budgets, and compliance with safety standards. Drive proje...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the successful execution of civil construction projects by overseeing cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with project requirements while fostering collabor...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$158K - $248K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative transportation solutions by managing multidisciplinary projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, budget, and client satisfaction while fostering...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage a portfolio of highway transportation projects, ensuring successful delivery and quality standards while fostering client relationships and team development for strategic growth in the...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading operations in highway maintenance, ensuring compliance, managing budgets, and developing client relationships while driving organizational success as part...

Cranbrook, BCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$124K - $142K *

Elevate project success by managing aviation projects, ensuring client satisfaction, and optimizing budgets. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results while maintaining compliance an...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of transportation engineering by leading diverse projects, managing IDOT standards, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance infrastructure for various agencies...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse transportation projects, ensuring design excellence and compliance with IDOT standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance infrastructure ac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Manage construction inspection assignments for diverse infrastructure projects, leading teams and ensuring compliance with safety standards while serving as the primary client contact and overseeing p...

1 week ago

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

$149K - $175K *

Transform project management with strong leadership and communication skills to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget. Cultivate team development while ensuring client satisfaction an...

Reposted today

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

$149K - $175K *

Drive project success by leading teams in planning, execution, and strong client relations. Manage budgeting, risk assessment, and ensure quality and safety throughout the construction process. Mentor...

Reposted today

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

$149K - $175K *

Innovate as a Project Manager, leading projects through strategic planning, team mentorship, and effective communication to achieve budget, quality, and schedule targets while strengthening client rel...

Reposted today

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

$149K - $175K *

Tackle complex projects by leading teams, managing risks, and ensuring successful execution while developing staff and maintaining strong client relationships to deliver on time and within budget...

Reposted today

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

$157K - $283K *

Lead the charge in transforming Texas transportation projects by leveraging your extensive engineering and management expertise to drive growth, enhance client relationships, and deliver innovative so...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$157K - $283K *

Join a team that's driving growth in Texas transportation design services. Leverage your engineering and management expertise to enhance community projects, lead interdisciplinary teams, and build str...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$157K - $283K *

Empower growth in Texas transportation by leading complex projects, enhancing client relationships, and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and contribute to...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Tackle complex utility projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely deliverables. Collaborate closely with clients to enhance project execution and support team de...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.