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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$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering excellence across South Carolina, managing complex projects and fostering client relationships while mentoring a talented team. Drive innovative solutions and en...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Reimagine commercial restoration by leading large-scale projects post-disaster. Ensure timely recovery while balancing construction management and insurance logistics, delivering exceptional client ou...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $120K *

Transform organizational efficiency by leading technology initiatives, managing vendor relationships, and driving digital solutions that enhance operational performance and user experience across depa...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance with federal standards, and leveraging your design-build expertise to drive success in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex utility construction projects. Oversee project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and c...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $123K *

Take ownership of fleet operations by enhancing safety, managing vendor relationships, and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational efficiency and effective executi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive large-scale construction projects by managing stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and optimizing processes. Oversee multiple projects, provide technical support, and enhance client relationships...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career with a leadership role in traffic engineering, focusing on design and analysis for diverse clients across South Carolina. Drive project success while mentoring staff and fosterin...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of project leadership and oversight, ensuring effective operations, resource coordination, and customer engagement while monitoring performance and quality for a Navy program...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$147K - $272K *

Elevate your career by leading federal transportation initiatives, analyzing complex data, and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with clients and agencies to enhance transportation systems and drive...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $115K *

Lead the charge in a dynamic logistics environment, driving operational excellence and team performance while ensuring customer satisfaction and safety. Develop strategic plans and foster a culture of...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Transform communities by leading diverse land development projects. Collaborate with clients and municipalities while applying your engineering expertise from concept through construction in a support...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Empower the development of innovative transportation infrastructure projects by managing client coordination, overseeing design and engineering processes, and ensuring project scope, schedule, and bud...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Champion the successful execution of large-scale projects in the oil, gas, and chemical sectors, overseeing all phases from planning to commissioning while managing budgets, schedules, and team dynami...

4 weeks ago

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

$106K - $141K *

Champion complex natural gas infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams from design to commissioning. Drive quality, cost, and technical performance while mentoring junior engineers and...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $141K *

Innovate your career by leading multidisciplinary engineering for natural gas infrastructure projects. Drive quality and performance from design through commissioning, collaborating with teams to deli...

Terrace, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $141K *

Transform energy infrastructure by leading multidisciplinary engineering for natural gas projects. Drive quality and performance from design to commissioning, ensuring safe and practical solutions whi...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead complex transportation projects, managing a skilled CEI team while ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to safety standards. Drive success through strategic planning and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion project excellence by managing complex initiatives, fostering client relationships, and driving team collaboration. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer experiences and identify new bu...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform project management by leading complex initiatives, fostering client relationships, and ensuring timely delivery within budget. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer exp...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading a team of managers to ensure successful delivery of electrical construction projects while fostering client relationships and driving business growth...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects, fostering client relationships, and driving business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and enhance customer experi...

4 weeks ago

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

$160K - $235K *

Drive the growth and performance of the PNW transportation design team, overseeing client service, project delivery, and business development while fostering relationships with local, regional, and st...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the execution of complex electrical construction projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder relationships throughou...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate project success as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing heavy civil construction from initiation to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.