Project Coordinator Jobs in Pennsylvania
Project Coordinator jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in healthcare, construction, information technology, and financial services at every level from entry-level coordinators through senior program leads. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Jefferson Health, PNC Financial Services, and Comcast regularly bring on project coordinators to keep complex initiatives on schedule. The most sought-after specialties in the state are IT project coordination, healthcare operations, and capital construction management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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THE POSITION
Are you ready to be part of a billion dollar construction portfolio? The Department of General Services (DGS) has an outstanding career opportunity for an energetic, experienced Assistant Construction Project Coordinator in the South Eastern Region of Pennsylvania! If you enjoy Commercial Construction and Renovation Projects, traveling to various work sites daily, and are detail oriented then this job is for you! Apply today!
Construction portfolio consists of projects located within other Commonwealth Agency facilities such as Department of Corrections (Correctional Institutions), Department of Human Services (State Hospital and Center Facilities), Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (Universities), Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (Readiness Center and Veterans' Hospital), Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (Flood Control, State Parks), and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (Headquarter Building).
Position is home headquartered; however, daily travel to job sites in the following South Eastern Region counties is required: Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Lebanon, Montgomery, and Philadelphia County. In addition, you may occasionally be asked to travel to the following counties outside of the South Eastern Region: Lehigh, Northampton, and Schuylkill County.
Candidate must reside in or be willing to relocate prior to employment to Berks, Chester, Lancaster or Lebanon County.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role supports construction and renovation efforts that help maintain and improve public facilities throughout the region. The position assists with coordination, communication, and oversight to keep projects on track. As an Assistant Construction Project Coordinator, you will perform the following duties:
- Project Coordination: Oversee construction and renovation tasks to support smooth daily operations
- Technical Guidance: Provide direction to contractors, consultants, and other professionals throughout project phases
- Progress Monitoring: Track timelines, resolve issues, and ensure activities follow approved plans and schedules
- Material Oversight: Confirm materials are approved, ordered, delivered, and appropriate for project needs
- Compliance Review: Ensure construction follows all codes, regulations, specifications, and agency procedures
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- This position is home headquartered; however, daily travel to construction projects throughout the South Eastern Region is required. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $61,927.00 (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
- Four years of professional building construction administration, construction planning, or construction project engineering experience for renovations and new construction of commercial, institutional, or educational buildings; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- This position requires possession and maintenance of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
- You must reside in or be willing to relocate prior to employment to Berks, Chester, Lancaster or Lebanon County.
- You must be willing and able to travel to construction sites in Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Lebanon, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in the South Eastern Region.
- You must be willing and able to travel to the following counties outside of the South Eastern Region if necessary for work: Lehigh, Northumberland, and Schuylkill.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- On-site renovation and new construction experience at commercial, institutional, and education buildings
- Working knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM) construction schedules
- Previous work experience on construction projects that utilized separate multiple Prime Contractors to perform the work
- Experience writing, generating correspondence to contractors, design professionals, and/or clients regarding project issues, conditions, or potential actions
- Experience conducting construction meetings
- Experience reviewing or negotiating construction change orders
- Microsoft Office Suite and/or Construction Management Software experience
- 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).
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
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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
Are you ready to be part of a billion dollar construction portfolio? The Department of General Services (DGS) has an outstanding career opportunity for an energetic, experienced Assistant Construction Project Coordinator in the South Eastern Region of Pennsylvania! If you enjoy Commercial Construction and Renovation Projects, traveling to various work sites daily, and are detail oriented then this job is for you! Apply today!
Construction portfolio consists of projects located within other Commonwealth Agency facilities such as Department of Corrections (Correctional Institutions), Department of Human Services (State Hospital and Center Facilities), Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (Universities), Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (Readiness Center and Veterans' Hospital), Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (Flood Control, State Parks), and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (Headquarter Building).
Position is home headquartered; however, daily travel to job sites in the following South Eastern Region counties is required: Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Lebanon, Montgomery, and Philadelphia County. In addition, you may occasionally be asked to travel to the following counties outside of the South Eastern Region: Lehigh, Northampton, and Schuylkill County.
Candidate must reside in or be willing to relocate prior to employment to Berks, Chester, Lancaster or Lebanon County.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role supports construction and renovation efforts that help maintain and improve public facilities throughout the region. The position assists with coordination, communication, and oversight to keep projects on track. As an Assistant Construction Project Coordinator, you will perform the following duties:
- Project Coordination: Oversee construction and renovation tasks to support smooth daily operations
- Technical Guidance: Provide direction to contractors, consultants, and other professionals throughout project phases
- Progress Monitoring: Track timelines, resolve issues, and ensure activities follow approved plans and schedules
- Material Oversight: Confirm materials are approved, ordered, delivered, and appropriate for project needs
- Compliance Review: Ensure construction follows all codes, regulations, specifications, and agency procedures
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- This position is home headquartered; however, daily travel to construction projects throughout the South Eastern Region is required. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $61,927.00 (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
- Four years of professional building construction administration, construction planning, or construction project engineering experience for renovations and new construction of commercial, institutional, or educational buildings; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- This position requires possession and maintenance of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
- You must reside in or be willing to relocate prior to employment to Berks, Chester, Lancaster or Lebanon County.
- You must be willing and able to travel to construction sites in Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Lebanon, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in the South Eastern Region.
- You must be willing and able to travel to the following counties outside of the South Eastern Region if necessary for work: Lehigh, Northumberland, and Schuylkill.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- On-site renovation and new construction experience at commercial, institutional, and education buildings
- Working knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM) construction schedules
- Previous work experience on construction projects that utilized separate multiple Prime Contractors to perform the work
- Experience writing, generating correspondence to contractors, design professionals, and/or clients regarding project issues, conditions, or potential actions
- Experience conducting construction meetings
- Experience reviewing or negotiating construction change orders
- Microsoft Office Suite and/or Construction Management Software experience
- 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).
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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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project coordinator jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience coordinating project timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Asana, or Smartsheet
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting and documentation
- Project Management Professional certification or CAPM credential preferred by many Pennsylvania employers
- Familiarity with industry-specific compliance requirements relevant to Pennsylvania healthcare, construction, or IT sectors
Project Coordinator Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project coordinator in Pennsylvania?
Most Pennsylvania employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field paired with hands-on coordination experience. Project coordination is not a state-licensed profession in Pennsylvania, so there is no required state exam or registration. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential from the Project Management Institute strengthens your candidacy considerably, and many Philadelphia and Pittsburgh employers list it as preferred for coordinator-level roles.
How much do project coordinators make in Pennsylvania?
Project coordinators in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $100,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,600 for the lowest 10% to over $160,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project coordinators in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring project coordinators in Pennsylvania right now include FirstEnergy, Almac, and Inizio Engage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's mix of large health systems, financial institutions, and technology firms means coordinator demand is spread across multiple sectors rather than concentrated in a single industry.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most project coordinator jobs?
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Allentown have the most project coordinator openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its dense concentration of health systems, professional services firms, and corporate headquarters, while Pittsburgh's strength in technology, healthcare, and higher education drives strong coordinator demand, and Harrisburg's state government agencies and nearby defense contractors add a steady stream of public-sector openings.
Are there remote project coordinator jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 53% of project coordinator openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves scheduling, documentation, and virtual stakeholder communication rather than on-site presence. IT project coordination and back-office administrative coordination roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while construction and facilities-focused coordinator positions remain largely on-site.
How can I get hired as a project coordinator in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into coordination from an adjacent administrative or operations role such as office coordinator, operations assistant, or project analyst. Large Pennsylvania health systems including UPMC and Penn Medicine regularly post entry-level project support roles that serve as a formal on-ramp. Earning a CAPM certification before applying signals readiness without requiring prior coordinator titles, and building a portfolio of volunteer or internship project plans strengthens any early-career application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to project coordinator jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to project coordinator jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across healthcare, technology, construction, and financial services. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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