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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$80K - $115K *

Lead civil engineering projects by collaborating with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions in site development, drainage, and roadway design. Manage budgets, schedules, and project scopes...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering design for transportation and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior staff and implementing innovative di...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Oversee project management for major bridge projects, ensuring client satisfaction and effective team collaboration while delivering on budget and quality standards for public and private sector clien...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful bridge projects by leading multi-discipline teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and delivering on time and within budget. Collaborate with public and private sectors to enhance commun...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion the growth of our Transportation team by leading engineers and Project Managers, enhancing project delivery, and fostering client relationships while driving operational excellence across mul...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$138K - $213K *

Advance your career by leading a critical data center project, overseeing electrical construction, managing resources, and ensuring compliance while fostering client relationships and driving project...

6 days ago

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

$138K - $213K *

Empower the future of data centers by leading a large-scale project. Oversee complex electrical construction, manage resources, and ensure successful execution while fostering client relationships and...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Help us lead and manage HVAC and plumbing construction projects, ensuring successful completion through collaboration, budgeting, and communication while maintaining high-quality standards and custome...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced engineering and construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing budgets, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to achieve project ob...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$138K - $213K *

Unlock potential by leading a large-scale data center project, overseeing complex electrical construction activities, managing resources, and ensuring successful execution while fostering client relat...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Manage transportation operations by leading teams to enhance delivery performance, optimize routing, and build strong carrier partnerships while ensuring compliance and cost efficiency in a fast-paced...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $234K *

Deliver innovative mechanical designs for the built environment, collaborating with project teams to ensure high-quality project outcomes. Leverage expertise in HVAC, plumbing, and digital technologie...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead and manage dynamic multi-disciplinary teams in delivering innovative data center projects, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to budget, scope, and quality standards while fostering busin...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by leading multi-million dollar initiatives, managing teams, and ensuring financial performance while fostering strong client relationships and promoting a culture of safety and...

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Develop advanced mechanical systems for the built environment, ensuring project deliverables meet client expectations. Collaborate with design teams, conduct field investigations, and mentor junior st...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$156K - $234K *

Innovate your career by designing advanced mechanical systems for the built environment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality project outcomes while enhancing your expertise in HVAC...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform the built environment by designing advanced mechanical systems, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring project deliverables meet high standards. Leverage your expertise in HVAC, plum...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform project delivery by managing scope, schedule, and budget while leading a dynamic team. Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring effective communication and project execution for success...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering projects, enhancing safety and efficiency. Manage all phases from design to implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and d...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering projects, enhancing safety and efficiency. Manage project lifecycles, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide mentorship while ensuring compliance...

1 week ago

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

$97K - $121K *

Champion strategic initiatives by managing cross-functional teams, driving decision-making, and ensuring repeatable processes across the organization. Thrive in a dynamic environment while delivering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$79K - $112K *

Lead the charge in project management, ensuring timely delivery, budget control, and stakeholder collaboration. Drive project success through effective communication and risk management while fosterin...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$79K - $112K *

Lead project delivery by managing schedules, costs, and risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$126K - $176K *

Drive operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives in fleet and facilities management. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance performance, ensure compliance, and implement innovative solu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $125K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing diverse municipal infrastructure projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to deliver public sector solutions on time and within budget while building...

4 weeks 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.