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 - $95K *

Manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring safety, accuracy, and budget compliance while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with teams to deliver impa...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring safety and accuracy while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions acro...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful coastal resilience initiatives by managing capital projects, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across agencies to enhance urban infrastructure and community safety again...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead project teams to success by managing budgets, schedules, and quality. Engage in strategic oversight and hands-on leadership to ensure project completion while fostering collaboration and accounta...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading high-impact projects in defense and national security. Drive contract performance, manage diverse teams, and ensure mission success in dynamic environments, both CONUS and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $110K *

Lead a dynamic team to deliver high-quality aerospace hardware and systems. Oversee project management, mentor staff, and ensure effective collaboration across disciplines while managing risks and mai...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K *

Shape innovative solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and drive efficiency. This role requires strategic thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower the future of urban rail transport by managing complex, multidisciplinary projects from planning to execution, while fostering client relationships and driving business development in a dynami...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance project execution by coordinating firmware integration efforts, managing schedules, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely product development and operational efficie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results. Manage timelines, scope, and stakeholder communication while ensuring alignment and addressing risks across m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead project teams in executing capital projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project goals and manage ris...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by leading teams in construction management, ensuring quality, and fostering client relationships. Empower personnel development while overseeing costs, planning, and safety to d...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of diverse Investor Center projects, managing all phases from concept to closeout. Ensure timely delivery within budget and scope while coordinating with stakeholders, contractors, and...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

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

$212K - $259K *

Advance large-scale rail projects by overseeing construction activities, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Lead teams to deliver successful outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to budget and schedule. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver successfu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project delivery by leading complex construction initiatives, ensuring alignment with client expectations and operational excellence while fostering collaboration and accountability across tea...

1 week ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Oversee large-scale construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while leading diverse teams and fostering collaboration across stakeholders for successfu...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by leading complex construction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, financial health, and client satisfaction while fostering a culture of safety and quality across teams...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform project delivery by leading complex construction initiatives, ensuring alignment with client expectations and operational excellence while fostering collaboration and accountability across t...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful public-sector construction projects by managing scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring quality delivery from inception to closeout...

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

$148K - $198K *

Lead transformative water and wastewater treatment projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams to achieve technical excellence while supporting sustainable infrastructure solutions that benefit communit...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$148K - $198K *

Lead transformative water treatment projects ensuring sustainability, quality, and client satisfaction. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage project risks, and drive process innovations to enhance...

London, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$148K - $198K *

Lead transformative water projects, ensuring sustainability and regulatory compliance while managing multidisciplinary teams. Drive client relationships and mentor engineers, fostering innovation and...

Sarnia, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$148K - $198K *

Elevate communities by leading innovative water treatment projects. Drive technical excellence and mentor teams, ensuring sustainable solutions while fostering client relationships and managing projec...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $165K *

Lead and manage transportation engineering projects, fostering client relationships and driving business development while ensuring high-quality project delivery and team collaboration...

Reposted 4 days 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.