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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$137K - $156K *

Drive excellence in aviation project management by overseeing major capital improvement programs, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering a strong safety cult...

2 weeks ago

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

$137K - $156K *

Lead major aviation capital improvement programs, ensuring schedule adherence, budget control, and quality standards while fostering a strong safety culture across multiple projects and teams...

2 weeks ago

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

$187K - $214K *

Drive impactful aviation projects by managing all phases of airport terminal improvements, ensuring quality, safety, and stakeholder engagement while navigating complex regulatory environments and del...

2 weeks ago

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

$106K - $164K *

Lead impactful water and wastewater treatment projects, guiding teams from planning through execution. Drive business development and client relations while ensuring project efficiency and compliance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Transform water treatment projects by leading teams from planning to execution. Utilize your technical expertise to ensure project success while mentoring junior staff and enhancing client relationshi...

London, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Elevate your career by leading transformative water and wastewater projects. Drive project success from planning to commissioning while mentoring junior staff and enhancing client relationships across...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $164K *

Deliver impactful water and wastewater projects by leading teams through all phases, from planning to commissioning. Utilize technical expertise to ensure project success while mentoring junior staff...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Lead and manage diverse water and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction from planning through execution. Collaborate with teams to drive project success...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects. Drive project success from planning to commissioning while mentoring junior staff and enhancing client relationships across Sout...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, from planning to execution. Utilize your technical expertise to ensure project success while mentoring junior staff and fostering cli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water treatment projects. Lead diverse teams through planning, design, and construction phases while ensuring project efficiency and client satisfaction across...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, from planning to execution. Utilize your technical expertise to mentor teams, ensure project efficiency, and foster client relationsh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Innovate in project management by leading diverse water and wastewater treatment projects. Oversee planning, design, and construction phases while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project efficienc...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater projects from planning to commissioning. Collaborate with teams, ensure project efficiency, and mentor junior staff while driving business development in South...

London, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading diverse projects in mechanical construction. Collaborate with teams and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery while fostering a positive work environmen...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex mechanical construction projects. Leverage your expertise to coordinate with subcontractors and ensure successful project delivery while fostering stro...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform utility-class electrical infrastructure projects from development to commissioning. Manage schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations while ensuring safety and quality across substatio...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by overseeing civil/site development projects from planning to close-out. Ensure timely, budget-friendly delivery while leading diverse teams and maintaining high-quality standards...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform project delivery by leading civil/site development from planning to close-out. Ensure safety, quality, and budget adherence while coordinating teams and managing client relations for success...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative infrastructure projects by leading contract administration, safety, and performance management. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality, budget, and schedule adherence while f...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of large-scale construction projects, overseeing contract administration and safety, while ensuring adherence to design, budget, and quality standards. Lead and mentor project teams to...

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering high-quality construction projects while ensuring safety and efficiency. Lead contract administration, manage project performance, and foster stakeholder rel...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex water and wastewater projects, guiding teams from planning to execution while ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Drive project success through effect...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform construction projects as a Project Manager, driving overall contract administration and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery while mentoring your team and managing stakeholder rela...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$153K - $230K *

Empower project success by leading document controls for a major aviation program. Utilize your e-Builder expertise to streamline workflows, enhance reporting, and ensure compliance, driving efficienc...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.