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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$95K - $115K *

Drive the success of complex data center projects by supporting design managers in coordination, documentation, and delivery. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project management skills, and cont...

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2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $150K *

Pioneer the implementation and evolution of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations and Customer Experience modules, serving as a key technical resource while collaborating with stakeholders to enha...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to drive clinical trial success across regions. Leverage your expertise in project management and mentoring to ensure compliance, quality, and timely execution of st...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading storeroom solutions projects, enhancing service quality, and driving strategic initiatives across multiple customer engagements in manufacturing environments...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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Tennessee, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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Cincinnati, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $281K *

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the enterprise project portfolio, leading strategic initiatives and managing a team of Project Managers. Drive executive reporting, ensure project delivery, and enhance PMO standards...

Palm Beach, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$145K - $175K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $225K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

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$120K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $174K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $229K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $225K *

Tackle the procurement lifecycle for mission-critical cooling equipment in data centers. Lead strategic initiatives, supplier performance, and operational excellence, while managing risks and driving...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $121K *

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Santa Ana, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project success by developing precise cost estimates for complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with teams to analyze costs, prepare reports, and guide projects from concept to delivery...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.