Transportation Project Manager Jobs in Texas
Transportation Project Manager jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in highway infrastructure, toll systems, rail transit, and aviation with openings at every level from junior coordinator through senior program director. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin lead hiring, where agencies and contractors such as TxDOT, AECOM, and Jacobs consistently staff large-scale projects. The most in-demand specialties include highway design-build delivery, transit capital programs, and traffic systems management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER
LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.
WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT
At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:
- Employee-owned. Client-focused
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
- Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
- We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
- Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
- We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
- We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact
POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Sr. Project Engineer at LJA Transportation , you will lead and support the technical design of roadway projects from concept through final delivery. You will develop complex roadway design details and calculations, oversee technical design, lead project teams, mentor developing technical experts, and collaborate closely with Project Managers. You will also communicate and present project details to internal and external team members while helping maintain strong relationships with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and employees.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
- Developing complex roadway design details and calculations
- Overseeing project technical design
- Leading a project team
- Mentoring up-and-coming technical experts
- Collaborating with Project Managers
- Presenting project details to internal and external team members
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven experience producing schematics and Plans, Specifications, and Estimates
- Proven roadway design experience
- Effective communication skills to engage with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and employees while fostering strong relationships
IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:
- Bentley ORD experience
- Previous work experience in an AEC-related firm
LEVEL UP WITH LJA
At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.
- Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
- Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
- Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
- Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
- Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
- Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transportation project manager jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers
- Five or more years managing transportation infrastructure or capital delivery projects
- Project Management Professional certification or equivalent program management credential
- Demonstrated experience with TxDOT project delivery standards and design-build procurement
- Proficiency in project controls software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
Transportation Project Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a transportation project manager in Texas?
Most transportation project managers in Texas begin with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related field, then build experience on infrastructure or transit projects. Engineering-focused roles often require licensure through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers, which administers the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice exams. A Project Management Professional credential strengthens candidacy at the senior level. TxDOT experience or familiarity with Texas design-build delivery frameworks is a consistent differentiator.
How much do transportation project managers make in Texas?
Transportation project managers in Texas earn a median of about $100,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,380 for the lowest 10% to over $177,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire transportation project managers in Texas?
Employers hiring transportation project managers in Texas right now include Burns & McDonnell, Garver, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's scale of highway expansion, toll system modernization, and transit capital programs keeps a broad mix of public agencies, engineering consultants, and construction contractors actively recruiting throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most transportation project manager jobs?
Dallas, Austin, and Houston carry the highest concentration of transportation project manager openings in Texas. Houston's port infrastructure and highway interchange programs drive volume there, Dallas-Fort Worth's rapid population growth fuels continuous freeway and light rail investment, and Austin's ongoing roadway and transit expansion has made it one of the fastest-growing markets for project management talent in the state.
Are there remote transportation project manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Transportation project management is heavily field-oriented, requiring site visits, contractor coordination, and agency meetings that limit full-remote arrangements. About 71% of transportation project manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most flexibility concentrated in planning, grant management, and program controls functions rather than active construction delivery roles.
How can I get hired as a transportation project manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project controls or assistant project manager role at a major Texas engineering consultancy such as AECOM, Jacobs, or Kimley-Horn, which regularly bring on early-career candidates from Texas civil engineering programs. TxDOT also hires entry-level transportation engineers and planners who rotate through project delivery units. Earning the Fundamentals of Engineering credential while in school, or pursuing a Project Management Professional associate-level certification, gives candidates a measurable edge over peers applying to the same openings.
Where can I find and apply to transportation project manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to transportation project manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Texas market. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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