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.
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.
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.
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.
Emergency Management Specialist - Project Manager
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing emergency management for critical infrastructure. Lead multi-year resilience programs, engage with clients, and deliver high-quality solutions while collabora...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead the logistics strategy for critical defense programs, ensuring seamless support and operational readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive plans that...
2 weeks ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading multidisciplinary environmental programs for a key freight rail client. Manage account performance, foster client relationships, and ensure project success while promoting...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Engage as a key account manager, leading environmental services for a major rail client. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and drive strategic growth while ensuring compli...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Lead the delivery of environmental services for a key freight rail client. Manage multidisciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and drive account growth while ensuring compliance and safety i...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Transform client relationships by managing environmental services for rail infrastructure. Lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance, and drive account growth while maintaining a strong commitme...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Champion your career by leading environmental services for a major freight rail client. Manage multidisciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and drive strategic growth while ensuring safety a...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Lead the delivery of environmental services for a key freight rail client, managing multidisciplinary teams and fostering strong client relationships to drive growth and ensure project success within...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing environmental services for strategic freight rail clients. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and drive account growth while ensuring compliance...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Empower growth by managing environmental services for strategic rail clients. Lead multidisciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and ensure project success through proactive communication and...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Champion the delivery of environmental services for rail infrastructure, managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success, compliance, and growth opportunities withi...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Drive successful delivery of environmental services for rail infrastructure, managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance and quality. Lead growth strategies and...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional environmental services for rail infrastructure. Lead multidisciplinary programs, manage client relationships, and drive strategic growth while en...
1 week ago
Account Manager, Rail and Environmental
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional environmental services for a key freight rail client. Manage multidisciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and drive strategic growth while ensuring...
1 week ago
Project Manager, Preconstruction OS
$108K - $130K *
Optimize project delivery by leading vendor engagement and managing complex software development. Drive validation, scope management, and acceptance processes to ensure a production-ready preconstruct...
2 weeks ago
$180K - $200K *
Elevate your career by leading complex construction projects, ensuring safety, managing budgets, and mentoring teams. Drive client satisfaction while navigating challenges and fostering a positive wor...
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$180K - $200K *
Advance project success by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring safety compliance. Drive quality and client satisfaction while navigating complex construction challenges and mentoring staff f...
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$180K - $200K *
Support project success by managing safety, schedules, and budgets while leading teams and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with clients and subcontractors to resolve issues and drive project c...
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Project Manager/Estimator (Heavy Civil DOT / Public Works)
$100K - $133K *
Unlock your potential by managing heavy civil projects from bid to completion. This hands-on role combines estimating and project management, ensuring successful execution while fostering client relat...
2 weeks ago
Paratransit Operations Manager
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing daily operations and enhancing service delivery. Oversee staff, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a collaborative enviro...
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Construction Manager w/ Railway Construction Experience (Full-time)
$107K - $154K *
Elevate your career by managing impactful railway construction projects. Lead diverse teams, ensure compliance, and deliver high-quality results while fostering collaboration among stakeholders to enh...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by managing K-12 construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to create impactfu...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Drive project success by leading high-value telecommunications initiatives, managing risks, mentoring teams, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences across complex projects valued at $8M+...
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Senior Project Controls Manager - Aviation
$196K - $224K *
Lead strategic project controls for complex aviation programs, ensuring effective cost management, scheduling, and risk mitigation. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-profile in...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Controls Manager - Aviation
$187K - $214K *
Transform aviation infrastructure by leading project controls for high-profile programs. Drive strategic cost management, scheduling, and risk assessment while mentoring teams and fostering client rel...
3 weeks ago
What does a transportation project manager do?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more, then refine your search by location, specialization, and seniority.