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 *

Drive project execution by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring customer satisfaction, and achieving targets for timing, cost, and quality in engineering support throughout product development and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of utility infrastructure projects from inception to completion, leading cross-functional teams to ensure quality and client satisfaction while managing budgets and schedules effectivel...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $131K *

Lead sustainability initiatives by managing projects, guiding cross-functional teams, and analyzing ESG performance to support strategic climate goals and operational excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing dynamic projects, collaborating with teams to ensure timely delivery and exceptional quality. Embrace challenges while fostering a culture of safety and integrity in a supp...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Advance your career by collaborating with teams to manage project controls, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes. Engage with clients and contractors while promoting a culture of safety and i...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Drive your career forward by managing dynamic projects, collaborating with teams, and ensuring successful delivery. Embrace challenges in a supportive environment that values integrity, safety, and pr...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community roadway safety through effective project management, strategic planning, and collaboration with stakeholders to achieve Vision Zero goals and improv...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer the future of construction project management by leading teams, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability while delivering projects on time and within budget. Drive collaboration with stakeh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$179K - $205K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading complex building projects. Drive client relationships, mentor teams, and ensure project success across diverse sectors, enhancing sustainability an...

1 week ago

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

$179K - $205K *

Transform complex building projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring technical excellence in mechanical engineering. Drive innovation and sustainability...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Deliver impactful project management solutions by supporting planning, implementing best practices, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success and meet business objectives in a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $102K *

Manage safety and compliance initiatives within the transportation sector, ensuring adherence to regulations and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to conduct audits, training, and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Lead a multi-discipline team to shape innovative architectural projects in transportation. Collaborate with clients and governing agencies to ensure compliance and quality, while managing project phas...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Empower communities by designing innovative transportation solutions that enhance roadway systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impactful projects focused on streets, highways, and inters...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Drive roadway design excellence by leading diverse projects, collaborating with experienced teams and partners to enhance transportation infrastructure across New Mexico while ensuring compliance with...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading roadway design projects, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance transportation infrastructure, and delivering high-quality solutions in New Mexico and beyond...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $140K *

Manage and lead construction projects, ensuring quality delivery and profitability. Collaborate across departments, develop teams, and foster customer relationships while upholding ethical standards a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $176K *

Drive impactful urban planning initiatives by leading a dynamic team, developing policies, and collaborating with stakeholders to shape Toronto's future through effective implementation of the Officia...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead and oversee land development projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables while managing multidisciplinary teams and client relationships. Drive innovation and sustainability in urban infrastruct...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of Electrification Systems, managing projects, resources, and stakeholder relationships to enhance infrastructure and ensure compliance with regulations while drivin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Champion project success by managing full lifecycle tasks, from scope development to delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, budget, and timelines are met, while fostering client relations...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead project management efforts, ensuring quality delivery on time and within budget. Oversee project scope, client communications, and team coordination while driving successful outcomes for strategi...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Oversee mechanical construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and timely delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders to drive successful outc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $143K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale electrical projects, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams to drive efficiencies and mentor staff while mai...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion a culture of safety in construction by leading initiatives, training teams, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Collaborate with project teams to enhance safety practices and red...

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.