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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$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative project management by leveraging GIS to enhance rebuild initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to design dashboards and support data requests, driving impactful outcomes in pu...

2 weeks ago

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

$94K - $122K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and overseeing capital projects, ensuring compliance and success through effective leadership and strategic planning. Drive project performance while fostering...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading multidisciplinary teams in the planning, design, and management of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, while delivering strategic asset management so...

4 weeks ago

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

$97K *

Empower communities by managing permits and overseeing construction projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality in engineering practices while leading project reviews and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive project success by managing resources, timelines, and stakeholder communications. You'll lead complex initiatives, ensuring alignment with client goals while fostering collaboration acro...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of large-scale data center projects, ensuring strategic alignment with client goals while managing complex deliveries across multiple sites, budgets, and timelines...

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

$197K - $296K *

Empower project success by leading diverse teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery of rail and transit projects while fostering innovation and collaboration across all levels...

3 weeks ago

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

$98K - $130K *

Champion innovative product development by leading cross-functional teams, managing project scope, schedule, and budget. Drive efficiency and quality while mitigating risks to ensure successful projec...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $143K *

Engage in construction inspections by supporting project documentation, ensuring effective communication and record-keeping. Collaborate with various stakeholders to track project progress and facilit...

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

$108K - $148K *

Lead the charge in managing capital improvement projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance, and regulatory adherence while coordinating with diverse stakeholders and overseeing construction...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$152K - $160K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions as a Project Manager, leading teams to execute complex design and delivery projects for utilities. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance project success an...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic engineering initiatives, coordinating project teams to deliver top-notch solutions for complex transmission and distribution systems. Drive efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction...

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

$274K - $438K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to lead mega transit projects, ensuring quality delivery on time and budget. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives and enhance project...

4 weeks ago

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

$262K - $419K *

Empower teams to deliver mega transit projects by leading design efforts, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success through collaboration and strategic planning. Drive performance ob...

4 weeks ago

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

$286K - $457K *

Champion client relationships and project success by managing mega projects, ensuring financial performance, and leading teams to achieve strategic goals while collaborating with leadership to drive b...

4 weeks ago

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

$262K - $419K *

Contribute to the success of major transit projects by leading design teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project delivery meets quality, budget, and schedule goals. Drive strategic pur...

4 weeks ago

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

$286K - $457K *

Champion your career by leading major transit design projects, collaborating with contractors, and ensuring client satisfaction. Drive financial performance and mentor teams while pursuing super mega...

4 weeks ago

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

$274K - $438K *

Transform transit infrastructure by leading design teams on mega projects. Leverage extensive experience to manage client relationships, ensure project success, and mentor staff while achieving perfor...

4 weeks ago

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

$286K - $457K *

Drive the success of mega projects by managing client relationships, overseeing project performance, and leading teams to achieve strategic goals while ensuring client satisfaction and financial adher...

4 weeks ago

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

$274K - $438K *

Shape client relationships and oversee mega project delivery, ensuring financial performance and team success. Collaborate with leadership to meet business objectives while mentoring staff and pursuin...

4 weeks ago

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

$274K - $438K *

Pioneer innovative transit solutions by leading design teams on mega projects. Drive client relationships, manage project performance, and ensure quality delivery on time and budget while mentoring st...

4 weeks ago

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

$286K - $457K *

Transform client relationships and lead mega projects by managing budgets, schedules, and resources. Collaborate with leadership to achieve business objectives while mentoring teams and pursuing new o...

4 weeks ago

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

$274K - $438K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transit infrastructure! Lead design efforts on mega projects, manage client relationships, and ensure project success through collaboration and strategic overs...

4 weeks ago

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

$286K - $457K *

Empower client relationships and lead mega project delivery. Manage budgets, schedules, and resources while mentoring teams to achieve project goals and drive business growth through strategic pursuit...

4 weeks ago

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

$298K - $476K *

Drive client success by managing mega projects, fostering relationships, and ensuring financial performance. Collaborate with leadership to meet business objectives while mentoring teams and pursuing...

4 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.