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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$64K - $96K *

Elevate your career by leading project communications for street and drainage initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage outreach efforts, and ensure timely updates throughout project...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Explore opportunities to lead growth and client engagement in the Water/Wastewater sector. Drive geotechnical project execution and enhance client experiences across Northeast Texas, collaborating wit...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex healthcare construction projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care while managi...

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

$88K - $105K *

Manage customer development projects by coordinating resources, tracking progress, and ensuring timely completion while meeting all requirements. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver successf...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $100K *

Launch your career with a dynamic team focused on innovative transportation projects. Collaborate on planning, design, and construction oversight while enhancing your skills in a supportive environmen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Drive project success by leading teams in cost management, planning, and quality assurance. Oversee project lifecycle from startup to close-out while fostering client relationships and ensuring safety...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive project success by leading teams in cost management, planning, and quality assurance. Oversee project lifecycle from startup to close-out, ensuring strong client relationships and effective pers...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $130K *

Champion transformative transit infrastructure by leading complex capital projects. Engage with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery from concept to construction in a d...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse land development projects, guiding a skilled team while ensuring technical accuracy and client satisfaction. Collaborate with agencies and mentor junior staff to sh...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse land development projects, guiding a skilled team while ensuring technical accuracy and effective communication with clients and agencies. Drive project success thr...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional project execution in Medication Contracting, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans. Drive improvements, manage risks, and enhance collaboration across teams to e...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $200K *

Lead a team that delivers complex healthcare projects, managing client relationships, project execution, and financial performance while ensuring high-quality outcomes and strategic growth in a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex healthcare projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and fostering client relationships while ensuring projects meet budget and schedule goals. Drive business d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead impactful environmental projects by managing site investigations and remediation efforts across Texas. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality outcomes while ensuring complia...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful environmental projects as you manage site investigations and remediation efforts across Texas. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality outcomes for diverse clients...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental projects across Texas, ensuring compliance and successful outcomes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful site investigations and reme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead environmental projects across Texas, managing site investigations and remediation efforts while ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful solu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to impactful environmental projects by managing site investigations and remediation efforts across Texas. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and deliver successfu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental projects across Texas, ensuring compliance and successful outcomes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful solutions for diverse client...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by managing design-build initiatives from inception to closeout, contributing to multimillion-dollar projects with a focus on collaboration, safety, and quality. Drive efficie...

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex design-build projects by coordinating diverse teams, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards, while fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to achieve success...

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

$90K - $133K *

Execute high-stakes construction projects from inception to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on multimillion-dollar design-build projects, ensuring quality and safety, while driving e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing diverse projects, ensuring efficient execution, and fostering client satisfaction. Oversee project coordination, budgets, and schedules while mentoring junior...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing timelines, budgets, and client communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality digital solutions while proactively addressing risks...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Manage and oversee heavy civil construction projects ranging from $5M to $75M. Ensure project performance aligns with goals, mentor team members, and coordinate all phases from planning to execution w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.