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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$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality electrical construction projects. Manage all aspects from planning to closeout, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $208K *

Lead and inspire a team of structural engineers, ensuring design excellence and project success across diverse building projects while managing workloads and fostering client relationships...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K - $156K *

Lead the charge in project management excellence by overseeing complex construction endeavors, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and optimal financial performance while fostering strong cli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing logistics management to ensure timely, cost-effective product distribution while enhancing customer service and implementing innovative solutions across systems and partn...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of urban planning by leading a dynamic office. You'll foster an inclusive culture, manage impactful projects, and mentor talent while collaborating across regions...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $185K *

Help us lead a dynamic team in delivering impactful, equity-centered projects while fostering an inclusive culture and collaborating across disciplines to transform communities throughout the West...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful projects by leading teams to deliver energy-efficient solutions, fostering client relationships, and ensuring project success from conception to occupancy while navigating complex chal...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex transportation projects by leading diverse teams, managing risks, and leveraging innovative solutions to enhance regional mobility and infrastructure performance in collaboration wit...

Reposted today

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

$175K - $190K *

Shape the future of transit infrastructure by leading complex construction projects. As the on-site technical expert, you'll ensure safety, quality, and compliance while collaborating with diverse tea...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing client relationships and project execution, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes across multiple projects while supervising team members and maintaining budgetary...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing client relationships and overseeing project execution from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes while leading a dedicated team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive project execution and client relationships, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Oversee multiple projects from estimation to closeout while managing budgets, resources, and team performance to...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $213K *

Unlock your potential by leading design teams to deliver innovative transit projects while ensuring quality, compliance, and collaboration across departments. This role demands strong leadership, tech...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with client expectations and operational standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver pro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee transportation construction projects, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring staff. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve challenges and drive successful...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse land development projects, overseeing design, and client relations. Collaborate cross-functionally with industry leaders to drive project success from concept throu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while collaborating with teams and stakeholders to achieve projec...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality construction projects. Oversee all phases from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with v...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing land development projects, ensuring quality and profitability while fostering client relationships and identifying new opportunities for growth. Join a dynamic team focused...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Contribute to the successful management of construction projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and strong relationships with stakeholders while leading and training project teams effe...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing complex mechanical construction initiatives. Ensure quality, safety, and adherence to contract specifications while leading teams to exceed goals. Foster stakeholder...

Reposted today

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

$88K - $105K *

Deliver exceptional project management for large-scale mechanical construction, ensuring safety, quality, and environmental standards. Lead teams to exceed goals while fostering strong relationships w...

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion project success by leading teams to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals. Oversee complex mechanical construction projects from planning to close-out while fostering relationships an...

Reposted today

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in project management to ensure timely delivery, client satisfaction, and financial success. Lead on-site teams, foster safety and quality culture, and maintain strong subcontractor relationshi...

2 weeks ago

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

$142K - $178K *

Drive project success by managing direction, completion, and financial outcomes. Lead and mentor on-site teams while ensuring client satisfaction and maintaining safety and quality standards across al...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.