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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$94K - $124K *

Shape the future of energy infrastructure by leading multidisciplinary teams, driving project success, and fostering strategic client partnerships in a dynamic environment focused on transmission and...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects within the water division, overseeing costs, scheduling, and team development while ensuring quality and safety standards are met throughout the project li...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering projects. Manage diverse site development initiatives, oversee project delivery, and collaborate with clients and teams to drive innovation a...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by leading and managing client-focused initiatives. Utilize your project management expertise to coordinate stakeholders, control budgets, and ensure timely delivery while foster...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful civil engineering projects, managing diverse teams and client relationships. Leverage your expertise in site development and project management to enhance community infrastructure and...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing diverse civil engineering projects, including site development and municipal utilities. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentori...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse civil engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction while mentoring junior staff and collaborating across disciplines to drive innovation...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of project management, leading diverse teams in the water division. Oversee project lifecycles, enhance client relationships, and ensure quality and safety standar...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of diverse projects by leading multi-discipline teams from scope development to execution. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and financial success whil...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by leading multi-discipline teams from scope development to execution, ensuring client satisfaction and financial accountability while fostering innovation and collaboration acro...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, leading engineering and design projects from inception to execution. Collaborate with diverse clients, manage budgets, and ensure project success through effe...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in project management, leading multi-discipline engineering efforts from scope development to execution, ensuring client satisfaction and project success across d...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse engineering teams in project execution, from scope development to completion. Drive client satisfaction and financial success while managing timelines and resources...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by leading diverse engineering projects from scope to execution. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, manage budgets, and ensure client satisfaction while driving innovation...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Manage and lead impactful municipal infrastructure projects by collaborating with clients, optimizing team performance, and ensuring quality delivery. Shape sustainable community outcomes while drivin...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer innovative pipeline projects by leading multi-discipline teams, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence from inception to completion while fostering client relationships and managing pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$133K - $152K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining client relationships in aviation projects. Drive project execution from initiation to closeout wh...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Tackle complex transportation challenges as a Senior Highway/Roads Engineer. Lead design projects and ensure quality, driving innovation in urban and highway systems while mentoring teams and engaging...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful roadway design projects by leveraging your expertise in urban and rural engineering. Lead teams in quality assurance, client communications, and project management, while mentoring jun...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$122K - $139K *

Drive successful aviation projects by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and optimizing project budgets and timelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality...

2 weeks ago

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

$122K - $139K *

Manage complex aviation projects by coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and optimizing project budgets and timelines. Drive successful project execution from initiation...

2 weeks ago

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

$133K - $152K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects, ensuring client satisfaction and profitability through effective coordination, communication, and compliance with regulations while fostering a collaborat...

2 weeks ago

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

$139K - $185K *

Lead and manage complex Power Delivery projects, ensuring optimal client service and financial performance. Collaborate with diverse teams to oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and quality while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $84K *

Lead a dynamic team to optimize transportation operations, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance while managing P&L responsibilities. Drive performance and safety initiatives in a fast-paced l...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in project management by coordinating teams and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results while maintaining strong client relationships and managing multiple projects simultaneo...

1 week ago

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

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.