Infrastructure Project Manager Jobs in New Jersey
Infrastructure Project Manager jobs in New Jersey are in active demand, concentrated in transportation, utilities, water systems, and public-sector construction, with openings at every level from junior project coordinator through senior program director. The busiest hiring markets are Newark, Trenton, and the Route 1 corridor through Edison and New Brunswick, where organizations like PSEG, NJ Transit, and the New Jersey Department of Transportation maintain ongoing infrastructure programs. The most sought-after specialties include transportation infrastructure, water and wastewater systems management, and public capital program delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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See related jobsAt Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Shape the future of rail transportation across New Jersey while leading a high-performing team delivering some of the region’s most visible transit and rail infrastructure programs. In this role, you will combine strategic leadership, client engagement, project delivery, and team development to grow Jacobs’ Rail Infrastructure practice and strengthen relationships with agencies such as NJ Transit and Amtrak. You'll have the opportunity to influence major investments in mobility, mentor emerging talent, and help deliver projects that improve connectivity and sustainability for communities throughout the Northeast.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead Rail Infrastructure Growth – Expand and strengthen Jacobs’ rail presence across New Jersey through client engagement, strategic pursuits, and market development activities.
- Deliver High-Impact Programs – Provide leadership for complex rail and transit projects, ensuring successful technical, commercial, schedule, and budget performance.
- Build and Develop Teams – Recruit, mentor, and support professionals while fostering an inclusive environment where individuals can grow and contribute their best work.
- Strengthen Client Partnerships – Serve as a trusted advisor to transportation agencies, maintaining relationships that drive long-term collaboration and project success.
- Advance Technical Excellence – Guide multidisciplinary teams delivering rail infrastructure solutions across track, systems, facilities, stations, and related assets.
- Represent Jacobs in the Industry – Contribute to industry organizations, public forums, and partnership opportunities that elevate Jacobs' reputation and influence.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture
- Substantial professional experience leading multidisciplinary teams delivering rail or transit infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated success managing clients, projects, and business development activities within the transportation sector.
- Knowledge of rail infrastructure design, operations, and project delivery.
- Ability to mentor teams, build relationships, and lead through influence and collaboration.
Ideally, You'll Also Have:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ARE
- Experience supporting NJ Transit, Amtrak, or similar passenger rail and transit agencies.
- Active participation in organizations such as AREMA, APTA, IEEE, or similar industry groups preferred
- Experience growing teams, developing talent, and leading regional practice expansion initiatives.
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Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $135,000.00 to $155,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 28, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Shape the future of rail transportation across New Jersey while leading a high-performing team delivering some of the region’s most visible transit and rail infrastructure programs. In this role, you will combine strategic leadership, client engagement, project delivery, and team development to grow Jacobs’ Rail Infrastructure practice and strengthen relationships with agencies such as NJ Transit and Amtrak. You'll have the opportunity to influence major investments in mobility, mentor emerging talent, and help deliver projects that improve connectivity and sustainability for communities throughout the Northeast.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead Rail Infrastructure Growth – Expand and strengthen Jacobs’ rail presence across New Jersey through client engagement, strategic pursuits, and market development activities.
- Deliver High-Impact Programs – Provide leadership for complex rail and transit projects, ensuring successful technical, commercial, schedule, and budget performance.
- Build and Develop Teams – Recruit, mentor, and support professionals while fostering an inclusive environment where individuals can grow and contribute their best work.
- Strengthen Client Partnerships – Serve as a trusted advisor to transportation agencies, maintaining relationships that drive long-term collaboration and project success.
- Advance Technical Excellence – Guide multidisciplinary teams delivering rail infrastructure solutions across track, systems, facilities, stations, and related assets.
- Represent Jacobs in the Industry – Contribute to industry organizations, public forums, and partnership opportunities that elevate Jacobs' reputation and influence.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture
- Substantial professional experience leading multidisciplinary teams delivering rail or transit infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated success managing clients, projects, and business development activities within the transportation sector.
- Knowledge of rail infrastructure design, operations, and project delivery.
- Ability to mentor teams, build relationships, and lead through influence and collaboration.
Ideally, You'll Also Have:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ARE
- Experience supporting NJ Transit, Amtrak, or similar passenger rail and transit agencies.
- Active participation in organizations such as AREMA, APTA, IEEE, or similar industry groups preferred
- Experience growing teams, developing talent, and leading regional practice expansion initiatives.
#LI-SW1
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $135,000.00 to $155,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 28, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in infrastructure project manager jobs across New Jersey.
- Active PMP certification or equivalent project management credential recognized in New Jersey
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- Demonstrated experience managing public-sector or utility infrastructure projects from planning through closeout
- Familiarity with New Jersey DOT, NJ Transit, or municipal permitting and procurement processes
- Proficiency in project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and coordinating with government agencies and contractors
Infrastructure Project Manager Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a infrastructure project manager in New Jersey?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field, followed by progressively responsible project work. New Jersey does not require a state-issued project manager license, but most employers expect a PMP certification from the Project Management Institute, and roles in engineering oversight often require a Professional Engineer license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Building experience on public agency or utility projects accelerates advancement.
How much do infrastructure project managers make in New Jersey?
Infrastructure project managers in New Jersey earn a median of about $122,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,410 for the lowest 10% to over $190,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire infrastructure project managers in New Jersey?
Employers hiring infrastructure project managers in New Jersey right now include Jacobs, Versant, and Dew Softech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New Jersey's dense network of utilities, transit agencies, and state and county government capital programs means consistent openings well beyond private construction firms.
Which New Jersey cities have the most infrastructure project manager jobs?
Newark, Morristown, and Rutherford have the most infrastructure project manager openings in New Jersey. Newark anchors demand through its transit hub, port activity, and proximity to major utility and public-works offices, while Trenton draws openings from state government capital programs, and the Route 1 corridor through Edison and New Brunswick concentrates employer headquarters and regional engineering offices.
Are there remote infrastructure project manager jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they're rare. Infrastructure project management is heavily site-dependent, requiring regular field visits, contractor coordination, and in-person agency meetings. About 100% of infrastructure project manager openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those arrangements typically apply only to program-level planning, reporting, or grant management functions rather than active construction oversight.
How can I get hired as a infrastructure project manager in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an assistant or junior project manager role with a New Jersey public agency or large engineering firm, where structured mentorship is common. Organizations like NJ Transit, the New Jersey Department of Transportation, and PSEG hire entry-level program analysts and project coordinators who transition into full project management. A construction management or civil engineering degree combined with an intern or co-op placement at a New Jersey county public works department builds the site exposure most employers require at the junior level.
Where can I find and apply to infrastructure project manager jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to infrastructure project manager jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current New Jersey openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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