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.
Transportation Senior Project Manager
$131K - $170K *
Drive impactful transportation projects from concept to construction, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable, community-focused solutions while ensuring compliance and technical excell...
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Sr. Project Manager - Transportation
$216K - $346K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering client relationships and leading...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Project Manager - Transportation
$180K - $360K *
Shape the future of engineering projects by leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction across...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Project Manager - Transportation
$180K - $360K *
Engage with clients and lead project teams to deliver complex engineering solutions. Oversee project scope, budget, and staffing while ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to industry best pract...
2 weeks ago
Transportation Design Engineer - Project Manager
$125K - $155K *
Unlock potential by leading complex transportation design projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring high-quality delivery from concept to construction while fostering client relationshi...
3 weeks ago
Transportation Design Engineer - Project Manager
$140K - $170K *
Lead impactful transportation design projects, managing all phases from concept to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring talent and ens...
3 weeks ago
Transportation Design Engineer - Project Manager
$125K - $155K *
Manage and lead complex transportation design projects, ensuring high-quality delivery from planning to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to enhance transportation sys...
3 weeks ago
PROJECT MANAGER TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
$105K - $160K *
Transform transportation safety initiatives by leading diverse projects, engaging stakeholders, and implementing best practices to enhance road safety and community well-being. Collaborate across divi...
2 weeks ago
Senior Transportation Project Manager
$115K - $183K *
Champion innovative transportation solutions by leading complex roadway, bridge, and infrastructure projects. Leverage your expertise to manage design, ensure compliance, and foster collaboration for...
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Transportation Planning Project Manager
$145K - $165K *
Lead and support transportation planning projects, managing scope, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to develop effective transportation solutions...
6 days ago
Transportation Planning Project Manager
$145K - $165K *
Lead the charge in transportation planning and project management, overseeing multimodal projects while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions and engage with clients and com...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead project teams in delivering energy projects, ensuring client satisfaction, budget adherence, and compliance with safety and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders and mentor junior staf...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Help us lead and manage diverse energy projects, ensuring client satisfaction and compliance with budget, schedule, and safety standards while fostering teamwork and stakeholder relationships...
2 weeks ago
$131K - $158K *
Oversee multiple facility infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and safety standards. Collaborate with teams to manage budgets, timelines, and resources while delivering high-q...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $125K *
Shape the future of educational and municipal projects by managing complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project success through effective planning, execution, and...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager, Transportation
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of transportation design by managing complex projects, leading teams, and driving business development. Leverage your extensive experience to deliver innovative solutions and enhance...
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Senior Project Manager, Transportation
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative transportation design solutions while managing complex engineering projects, overseeing diverse teams, and driving business growth for a public sector-focused...
Reposted yesterday
Transportation Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing complex transportation projects, delivering innovative solutions through expert guidance and team collaboration. Drive operational excellence while fostering client relatio...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager- Surface Transportation
$110K - $130K *
Lead and manage complex surface transportation programs, providing strategic direction and technical leadership while ensuring ethical practices and financial success in program delivery...
2 weeks ago
Senior Transportation Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative transportation infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client relationships and drive strategic growth across Arizona's tr...
6 days ago
Senior Transportation Project Manager
$100K - $150K *
Elevate your career by leading diverse transportation projects, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance public sector project management. Drive project success through effective planning, client...
1 week ago
Senior Transportation Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing complex transportation projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring client satisfaction while delivering on time and within budget. Drive project success th...
3 weeks ago
Proposal Manager - Transportation
$88K - $105K *
Join us to lead strategic proposal efforts in the Transportation sector, collaborating with teams to create winning submissions. Leverage your expertise in proposal management and strategic planning t...
1 week ago
Proposal Manager - Transportation
$95K - $115K *
Drive strategic proposal management by collaborating with teams to create winning submissions. Oversee production, ensure compliance, and enhance quality through effective coordination and leadership...
1 week ago
Proposal Manager - Transportation
$90K - $110K *
Optimize proposal strategies and coordination to drive successful outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling proposals, ensuring compliance and quality. Leverage strategic...
1 week ago
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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