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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$115K - $163K *

Manage multiple high-value projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget completion while fostering client relationships and guiding teams through all project phases from estimation to execution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee quality construction projects, ensuring design integrity, safety, and client satisfaction while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Take ownership of project budget...

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex commercial construction projects, ensuring effective communication, cost management, and stakeholder satisfaction across all phases from initiation to closure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Empower our team to drive cross-functional IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate with management to define project goals, manage resources, and enhance effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional IT initiatives, managing scope, timelines, and stakeholder expectations. Drive collaboration and continuous improvement to enhance project delivery...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career by leading high-stakes industrial projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure customer satisfaction and project success while managing ti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead and manage multiple construction projects, ensuring quality, cost control, and team development while fostering strong client relationships and overseeing all phases from startup to close-out...

2 weeks ago

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

$89K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team to lead construction projects up to $15M, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage budgets, and drive project success while fostering an...

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive the success of telecom construction projects by managing operations, overseeing contractors, and ensuring quality and compliance throughout the build process. Collaborate with teams to deliver p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative multimodal transportation solutions. As a Project Engineer, you'll design impactful infrastructure projects, collaborate with clients, and mentor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by managing complex engineering assignments, ensuring quality delivery while fostering client relationships and supporting business development efforts across multiple teams and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize geotechnical and construction materials projects, ensuring quality and compliance from proposal to execution. Leverage technical expertise and client relationships to deliver effective soluti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing geotechnical and construction materials projects, ensuring quality and compliance from proposal to execution. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Drive project success by leading multidisciplinary teams in geotechnical projects. Utilize your expertise to ensure quality delivery while fostering safety, collaboration, and continuous learning. Mak...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Shape geotechnical projects by leading diverse teams, ensuring quality and safety. Develop solutions that enhance client objectives and manage project lifecycles within a dynamic environment for impac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $150K *

Drive the management and execution of geotechnical projects, ensuring quality, safety, and financial performance while collaborating with diverse project teams in a dynamic environment to exceed clien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $175K *

Drive impactful roadway projects across Virginia, leading design and delivery while mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to enhance community infrastructure and advanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Lead transformative roadway projects across Virginia, managing design and delivery from concept to construction. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers in a support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Transform roadway infrastructure by leading design and delivery of impactful projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic, hybrid work environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Join a team that's shaping Virginia's transportation future by leading roadway design and project delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior engineers, and enhance community infrastructure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Shape the future of roadway design by leading high-profile infrastructure projects across Virginia. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic, hybrid work...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing impactful roadway projects across Virginia, collaborating with clients and stakeholders to enhance infrastructure while mentoring junior engineers and driving...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Drive impactful roadway projects across Virginia, leading design and delivery efforts while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance community infrastructure...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage roadway infrastructure projects, enhancing Virginia's transportation landscape. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior engineers, and drive successful proj...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Explore new horizons in project management, overseeing complex oil & gas projects. Lead teams, manage budgets, and ensure quality delivery while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to drive su...

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  •   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.