Construction Supervisor Jobs in Pennsylvania
Construction Supervisor jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in commercial construction, infrastructure, and residential development and opportunities ranging from entry-level field supervisor roles through senior project leadership. The busiest hiring markets are Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown, where established contractors and developers including Turner Construction, L.F. Driscoll, and Mascaro Construction have a lasting presence across the state. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania right now include commercial ground-up construction, highway and civil infrastructure work, and large-scale institutional projects tied to healthcare and education. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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THE POSITION
If you are eager to advance your career in District 5, this role offers meaningful responsibility and professional growth. The Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor for the Department of Transportation, District 5, helps oversee inspection activities and ensure projects meet required standards. You will lead others, support field decisions, and help guide construction projects to success. Join a team where strong leadership and technical skill are valued every day.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position leads a construction inspection team and supports the successful delivery of highway construction projects in District 5. As a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:
- Project Oversight: Supervise inspection activities to ensure compliance with plans, standards, and contract requirements
- Field Inspection: Check materials, elevations, stakeouts, and workmanship during construction operations
- Technical Guidance: Interpret contract requirements and instruct staff in inspection, sampling, and testing methods
- Problem Solving: Assist with resolving field issues, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate documentation
- Team Leadership: Assign work, evaluate performance, guide staff development, and support training needs
- Communication Support: Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and staff to share updates and address project concerns
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Overtime and travel as needed
- You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period after successful completion of probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Allentown. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Two years of construction inspection experience and an associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- This position requires possession of a valid non- commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
THE POSITION
If you are eager to advance your career in District 5, this role offers meaningful responsibility and professional growth. The Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor for the Department of Transportation, District 5, helps oversee inspection activities and ensure projects meet required standards. You will lead others, support field decisions, and help guide construction projects to success. Join a team where strong leadership and technical skill are valued every day.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position leads a construction inspection team and supports the successful delivery of highway construction projects in District 5. As a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:
- Project Oversight: Supervise inspection activities to ensure compliance with plans, standards, and contract requirements
- Field Inspection: Check materials, elevations, stakeouts, and workmanship during construction operations
- Technical Guidance: Interpret contract requirements and instruct staff in inspection, sampling, and testing methods
- Problem Solving: Assist with resolving field issues, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate documentation
- Team Leadership: Assign work, evaluate performance, guide staff development, and support training needs
- Communication Support: Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and staff to share updates and address project concerns
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Overtime and travel as needed
- You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period after successful completion of probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Allentown. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $53,008 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- One year as a Transportation Construction Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Two years of construction inspection experience and an associate’s degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, surveying engineering technology, or a closely related engineering technology; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- This position requires possession of a valid non- commercial Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License or equivalent.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
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Construction Supervisor Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CDR Companies11
- Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson5
- Urban Engineers4
- MasTec2
- PPL Corporation2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction supervisor jobs across Pennsylvania.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or strongly preferred by most Pennsylvania employers
- Proven experience managing subcontractors, schedules, and daily field operations on commercial or civil projects
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
- Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or equivalent platforms
- Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with reliable transportation to job sites across the region
- Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related technical field
Construction Supervisor Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction supervisor in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license specifically for construction supervisors, but most employers expect a combination of field experience and formal credentials. A degree or certificate in construction management from a Pennsylvania institution such as Penn State or Temple University strengthens your candidacy significantly. Earning your OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification and, for those working on public projects, familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation standards will give you a concrete edge in the hiring process.
How much do construction supervisors make in Pennsylvania?
Construction supervisors in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $81,540 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,430 for the lowest 10% to over $133,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction supervisors in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring construction supervisors in Pennsylvania right now include CDR Companies, Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, and Urban Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's strong pipeline of hospital expansions, university campus projects, and interstate infrastructure work means hiring from both national general contractors and regional specialty firms remains consistent throughout the year.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most construction supervisor jobs?
Allentown, Pittsburgh, and York have the most construction supervisor openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its dense commercial development and ongoing infrastructure investment, Pittsburgh draws demand from its healthcare campus expansions and industrial redevelopment, and Allentown reflects the Lehigh Valley's rapid growth in warehouse, logistics, and light industrial construction that has attracted major contractors to the region.
Are there remote construction supervisor jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 22% of construction supervisor openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which is expected for a role centered on daily site presence, crew oversight, and hands-on field coordination. The portions of the work that can shift off-site include scheduling, submittal review, reporting, and subcontractor coordination, which some employers accommodate with hybrid arrangements for experienced supervisors.
How can I get hired as a construction supervisor in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a field laborer, carpenter's apprentice, or assistant superintendent while completing a construction management program at a Pennsylvania school such as Drexel University or Pennsylvania College of Technology. Large Pennsylvania contractors including L.F. Driscoll and Mascaro Construction periodically hire project engineer associates and field coordinators who progress into supervisory roles. Earning your OSHA 30-Hour certification before applying signals readiness and removes a common hiring barrier for candidates without direct supervisory experience.
Where can I find and apply to construction supervisor jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to construction supervisor jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state including positions in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley. Find roles that fit your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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