Transportation Project Manager Jobs

Explore Transportation Project Manager jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Transportation project managers guide complex infrastructure and mobility initiatives from planning through delivery, coordinating teams, budgets, schedules, and stakeholders along the way.

What Does a Transportation Project Manager Do?

Transportation project managers oversee projects involving highways, bridges, rail, public transit, airports, ports, and emerging mobility systems. Typical responsibilities include defining project scope, developing schedules and budgets, managing consultants and contractors, tracking risks, and communicating progress to public agencies, executives, and community partners. They also help ensure projects meet applicable safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for experience delivering transportation or civil infrastructure projects, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities. Knowledge of project controls, procurement, contract administration, construction practices, and relevant regulations can be valuable. Depending on the role, employers may prefer a degree in civil engineering, transportation planning, construction management, or a related field, along with credentials such as PMP or professional engineering licensure.

Career Paths in Transportation Project Management

Transportation project managers may advance into program management, infrastructure development leadership, transit operations, construction management, or executive roles. Opportunities are available across government agencies, engineering and construction firms, transportation operators, consulting companies, and private infrastructure organizations. Specializing in areas such as rail, aviation, roadway modernization, or sustainable mobility can help professionals shape their career direction.

Find Transportation Project Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for senior-level Transportation Project Manager opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review current openings, compare responsibilities and qualifications, and discover roles that match your experience leading transportation projects and teams.

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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in national real estate strategy to drive growth, optimize portfolios, and enhance franchisee success. Collaborate cross-functionally to execute complex transactions and strengthen par...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$210K *

Lead the charge in managing IT projects for our enterprise payments ecosystem. Collaborate with technical teams to develop detailed project plans, ensuring successful execution and alignment with busi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$138K - $173K *

Join a team that's transforming manufacturing through digital solutions. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive process improvements, and ensure seamless integration of technology to enhance operati...

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4 days ago

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

$87K - $133K *

Help us lead and manage right of way utility projects, ensuring quality, budget, and timelines are met by directing a dedicated team and fostering client relationships from inception to completion...

Indiana, USRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Shape innovative engineering solutions as you lead complex projects, focusing on low to medium voltage power systems in industrial settings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior e...

Warrenville, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $175K *

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$182K - $212K *

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

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Oklahoma, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $130K *

Lead complex projects to successful completion by developing integrated plans, managing risks, and aligning stakeholders across business and technology teams to ensure effective execution and continuo...

Des Moines, IARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $183K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product operations. You'll manage program initiatives, streamline processes, and enhance portfolio reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $160K *

Drive the data and AI strategy by collaborating with clients, shaping predictive roadmaps, and translating complex problems into actionable product development, enhancing customer-facing analytics and...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$101K - $150K *

Champion client success by leading complex enterprise implementations, managing risks, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Drive stakeholder engagement and project delivery while fostering strong rela...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $275K *

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Huntsville, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$68K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $154K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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

$87K - $133K *

Manage utility right of way projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while leading a project team and maintaining strong client relationships throughout the project...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$57K - $108K *

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2 days ago

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

$91K - $129K *

Drive sustainable growth as a Regional Sales Manager, leveraging technical expertise and strong customer relationships to win contracts in the power generation market while managing third-party sales...

Birmingham, ALRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $129K *

Drive sales growth in the power generation market by managing customer relationships, leading technical solutions, and overseeing third-party sales agents within a defined territory. Utilize expertise...

Knoxville, TNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $129K *

Transform customer relationships and drive growth in the power generation market by leveraging technical expertise and strategic account management. Collaborate with third-party agents to deliver exce...

Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in right of way negotiations and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing land-related legal issues. Collaborate with stakeholders to secure permits and resolv...

Tucson, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing land acquisitions and right of way negotiations. Utilize your expertise in property valuation and legal compliance to support construction projects while ensur...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Lead the planning and execution of retail banking branch renovations, ensuring quality and budget adherence while managing multiple projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver successful outcom...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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 transportation infrastructure or mobility projects, overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, teams, contracts, risks, and stakeholder communication.

  • What qualifications are common for Transportation Project Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek project delivery experience in transportation, civil infrastructure, construction, or a related field. A relevant degree and credentials such as PMP or professional engineering licensure may be preferred, depending on the position.

  • Where do Transportation Project Managers work?question toggle

    They work for public transportation and infrastructure agencies, engineering and construction firms, transit operators, consultancies, and private-sector infrastructure organizations.

  • What is the salary for Transportation Project Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actual compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and project scope.

  • How can I advance my Transportation Project Manager career?question toggle

    Build a record of successful project delivery, strengthen skills in budgeting, contracts, risk management, and stakeholder leadership, and consider specializing in areas such as rail, aviation, highways, or sustainable mobility.