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 - $170K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering projects, managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful delivery for FDOT and local agencies across Florida. Drive business deve...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Lead transformative traffic engineering projects across Florida, managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams. Drive project success from design to delivery while supporting business deve...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Drive impactful traffic engineering projects across Florida, leading multidisciplinary teams and managing client relationships. Shape the future of transportation by delivering innovative solutions an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation by leading traffic engineering projects across Florida. You'll manage client relationships, oversee project execution, and support business deve...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Lead the planning and delivery of traffic engineering projects, managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful execution and business growth across Florida and the Sout...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation design by leading projects, cultivating client relationships, and mentoring emerging engineers. Enjoy autonomy while collaborating with seasoned...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of transportation design by leading projects, cultivating client relationships, and mentoring emerging engineers. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver high-quality solutions a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, overseeing complex capital projects from planning to closeout. Collaborate with diverse teams, driving accountability and structure, while safeguarding clie...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing diverse transportation projects from planning to construction. Manage multiple projects, collaborate with teams, and mentor junior staff in a dynamic environment, enhanci...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion logistics excellence by managing complex project shipments across diverse transportation modes. Drive strategic development, enhance vendor relations, and meet operational and customer satisf...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of transportation management by overseeing daily operations, coordinating with key stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while leading a dedicated team in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion the management of Transportation Operations, ensuring compliance with SOPs and industry standards. Lead a dedicated team, coordinate incident management, and enhance operational efficiency wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion project success by managing key highway design projects, overseeing budgets, schedules, and client relationships while leading and mentoring team members to achieve strategic goals and ensure...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $187K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team in highway and municipal road design. Drive project success, enhance client relationships, and foster staff development while achieving financial and op...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative transportation projects, providing technical expertise and mentorship while ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements across multi...

3 days ago

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

$226K - $351K *

Lead a multi-disciplinary team to manage and execute complex water/wastewater programs. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure adherence to project goals, and deliver high-quality results in a collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead a multi-disciplinary team to ensure program success, guiding client and consultant collaboration while managing project delivery, performance metrics, and strategic initiatives in a dynamic envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading a multi-disciplinary team to ensure program success, managing client relationships, and overseeing project delivery in a dynamic environment focused on water and wastewater...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of transportation projects by managing client relationships, ensuring technical quality, and leading business development efforts. Oversee multiple projects while fostering collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects, coordinating diverse teams to ensure deliverables meet client expectations, budget constraints, and timelines while fostering client relationships and imp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead a multi-billion dollar campus project, overseeing project controls, team management, and client relationships. Drive project success from start-up to close-out while ensuring safety and quality s...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative infrastructure solutions. Lead multidisciplinary projects, foster client relationships, and mentor engineering staff while ensuring successful pro...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $210K *

Lead transit design initiatives across diverse projects, managing from concept to construction. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance multimodal transit solutions, ensuring compliance and fost...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative roadway projects by leveraging your civil engineering expertise. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, manage, and deliver high-quality transportation solutions while mentorin...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $146K *

Transform your career by leading large-scale construction projects, ensuring profitability and timely completion while fostering strong relationships with teams and clients. Drive innovation in the me...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.