Transportation Project Manager Jobs in Virginia
Transportation Project Manager jobs in Virginia are open across Mechanicsville, Richmond, and Alexandria and other Virginia metros, with employers like Virginia Department of Transportation, Michael Baker International, and Aledade hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Transportation Project Manager
(Hybrid)
What You’ll Do:
Michael Baker International is actively seeking a Transportation Project Manager to join our Virginia Operations to serve as the lead on Virginia Transportation Projects from inception through completion. This is an exciting career opportunity to be part of and contribute to a growing transportation team with one of the preeminent national transportation engineering firms to focus on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to VDOT and local governments.
- Manage multidisciplinary teams through highway, bridge, traffic, hydraulic, and supporting services to deliver complex projects seamlessly and successfully
- Lead highway analysis, design, reports, plan production, specification, estimates, etc. for state and local clients
- Lead large-scale highway, bridge, and/or trail projects with multiple disciplines and subconsultants
- Provide technical guidance on highway design related items
- Implement and/or conduct QA/QC procedures of highway tasks and projects
- Arrange, prepare, and conduct meetings both internally and externally
- Prepare scope, budget, and schedule for clients as well as internally
- Prepare invoicing and complete billing for assigned projects
- Train and/or mentor junior staff
- Lead client engagement and marketing activities
What You’ll Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- 15+ years of experience performing and managing roadway design
- Professional engineer (PE) registration in Virginia
- Experience managing and delivering VDOT and Virginia municipal client projects
- Experience designing utility systems and coordinating public and private utilities
- Experience managing and mentoring engineering staff
- Experience managing conventional and/or design-build projects
- Working knowledge of MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer
- Develop and deliver project scopes of work, within negotiated budgets and schedules
- Demonstrated ability to manage project teams across multiple departments, offices, and with several subconsultants
- Establish clear lines of communication within project team and with client
- Familiarity with client's requirements, challenges, and key areas of interest for growth
- Established relationships with regional clients and other subconsultants
- Occasional to moderate travel may be required
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
About us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
ABOUT THE TEAM
HIGHWAY/TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE
A safe and efficient transportation system is critical to providing access and connections for people and goods to spur economic growth and improve quality of life for users. The highway and roadway system is a crucial part of that transportation system and is at the heart of services Michael Baker provides to our clients and partners. We work with entities to enhance and maintain roadways across the country to serve all modes of transportation. For nearly 80 years, we have helped to shape America’s highway network. We provide comprehensive highway planning, design and construction services from conceptual and preliminary engineering studies through final design, construction management, inspection and closeout.
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Transportation Project Manager Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Virginia Department of Transportation12

- Michael Baker International5

- Aledade1

- Amazon1

- Highspring1

Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector12
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Retail1
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transportation project manager jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- PMP or PE certification preferred or required for most mid-to-senior roles
- Experience managing federally funded transportation or infrastructure projects
- Proficiency with project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Working knowledge of NEPA, right-of-way acquisition, or environmental permitting processes
- Strong stakeholder coordination experience across public agencies, contractors, and design teams
Transportation Project Manager Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many transportation project manager jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 22+ transportation project manager openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Mechanicsville, Richmond, and Alexandria. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
How much do transportation project managers make in Virginia?
Transportation project managers in Virginia earn a median of about $119,140 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,010 for the lowest 10% to over $205,640 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Virginia cities have the most transportation project manager jobs?
Mechanicsville, Richmond, and Alexandria have the most transportation project manager openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire transportation project managers in Virginia?
Employers hiring transportation project managers in Virginia include Virginia Department of Transportation, Michael Baker International, and Aledade, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote transportation project manager jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 9% of transportation project manager openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for transportation project manager jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to transportation project manager jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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