Project Director Jobs in Pennsylvania
Project Director jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in healthcare systems, infrastructure and construction, defense contracting, and higher education administration, covering the full range from associate-level project leads through senior program directors. The busiest hiring markets are Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg, where anchor employers like Penn Medicine, Highmark Health, and Jacobs Engineering maintain large project management functions. Pennsylvania project directors with PMP credentials and experience in capital programs or healthcare IT are especially sought after across these sectors. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Responsible for execution and completion of capital projects within assigned regions. Critical duties are regional master planning, advanced project management, oversight of project scope, estimate, budget, schedule, and direct management of project management staff.
Job Duties
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal clients and executive level stakeholders, serving as a strategic partner.
- Regional and system leader in project management (program, schedule, equipment plans, occupancy, operationalization, and closeout). Manages a project change control process to ensure the project team complies with the scope and change approval process
- Collaborate with the system’s strategic planning team on assigned initiatives
- Supervises, approves and is responsible for budgets, schedules, goals, business planning, and executive level reporting for the business units assigned. This will include monthly meetings with regional administrative leaders for project updates and strategic project planning.
- Communicates effectively with all key project stakeholders at required intervals and throughout the project lifecycle. Provides executive-level updates to regional leaders at regular intervals. Also provides executive reporting to AVP for system management of all capital projects.
- Uses strategic thinking to anticipate potential hurdles for on-time, on-budget project completion. Applies expert insight to determine and execute counterstrategies.
- Manages and monitors projects to ensure compliance with system standards and specifications. Assists in the development of system compliance processes.
- Assists in the negotiation of all major consultant contracts and agreements and makes recommendations to AVP for final approval.
- Ability to manage, train, and mentor Geisinger employees and consultants by putting together individual training plans for direct reports and workplans for the consultants.
- Ability to develop, monitor, and manage high functioning project teams.
- Successfully manages staff and multiple projects simultaneously, including Master Facility Plan-level projects.
- Read, understand, and apply tactics outlined in the Geisinger project manager manual. Plays a key role in building, maintaining, and educating staff on the project management manual.
- Follows all relevant policies and procedures. Contributes to the ongoing development and refinement of policies and procedures.
Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organizational policies and procedures. The specific statement in this profile are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
- Relevant experience may be a combination of related work experience and degree obtained (Associate’s Degree = 2 years; Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years).
Position Details
PMP certification preferred.
Are You Ready to Build What's Next?
We're looking for an accomplished facilities and project delivery leader to take ownership of a significant capital project portfolio and drive strategic infrastructure investments across our organization.
As Senior Director, Facilities Project Delivery, you'll influence the future of our facilities footprint, guide regional planning efforts, and lead teams responsible for delivering complex projects that directly support business growth and operational success.
What You'll Bring:
Strategic thinking paired with exceptional execution.
Expertise in capital planning, project controls, and stakeholder management.
Strong leadership experience managing and developing project management teams.
A track record of delivering large-scale projects with precision, accountability, and impact.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required), Bachelor's Degree- (Preferred)Experience
Minimum of 6 years-Managing people, processes, or projects (Required), Minimum of 10 years-Relevant experience* (Required), Minimum of 3 years-Managerial/Supervisory (Preferred)About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
Job Summary
Responsible for execution and completion of capital projects within assigned regions. Critical duties are regional master planning, advanced project management, oversight of project scope, estimate, budget, schedule, and direct management of project management staff.
Job Duties
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal clients and executive level stakeholders, serving as a strategic partner.
- Regional and system leader in project management (program, schedule, equipment plans, occupancy, operationalization, and closeout). Manages a project change control process to ensure the project team complies with the scope and change approval process
- Collaborate with the system’s strategic planning team on assigned initiatives
- Supervises, approves and is responsible for budgets, schedules, goals, business planning, and executive level reporting for the business units assigned. This will include monthly meetings with regional administrative leaders for project updates and strategic project planning.
- Communicates effectively with all key project stakeholders at required intervals and throughout the project lifecycle. Provides executive-level updates to regional leaders at regular intervals. Also provides executive reporting to AVP for system management of all capital projects.
- Uses strategic thinking to anticipate potential hurdles for on-time, on-budget project completion. Applies expert insight to determine and execute counterstrategies.
- Manages and monitors projects to ensure compliance with system standards and specifications. Assists in the development of system compliance processes.
- Assists in the negotiation of all major consultant contracts and agreements and makes recommendations to AVP for final approval.
- Ability to manage, train, and mentor Geisinger employees and consultants by putting together individual training plans for direct reports and workplans for the consultants.
- Ability to develop, monitor, and manage high functioning project teams.
- Successfully manages staff and multiple projects simultaneously, including Master Facility Plan-level projects.
- Read, understand, and apply tactics outlined in the Geisinger project manager manual. Plays a key role in building, maintaining, and educating staff on the project management manual.
- Follows all relevant policies and procedures. Contributes to the ongoing development and refinement of policies and procedures.
Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organizational policies and procedures. The specific statement in this profile are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
- Relevant experience may be a combination of related work experience and degree obtained (Associate’s Degree = 2 years; Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years).
Position Details
PMP certification preferred.
Are You Ready to Build What's Next?
We're looking for an accomplished facilities and project delivery leader to take ownership of a significant capital project portfolio and drive strategic infrastructure investments across our organization.
As Senior Director, Facilities Project Delivery, you'll influence the future of our facilities footprint, guide regional planning efforts, and lead teams responsible for delivering complex projects that directly support business growth and operational success.
What You'll Bring:
Strategic thinking paired with exceptional execution.
Expertise in capital planning, project controls, and stakeholder management.
Strong leadership experience managing and developing project management teams.
A track record of delivering large-scale projects with precision, accountability, and impact.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required), Bachelor's Degree- (Preferred)Experience
Minimum of 6 years-Managing people, processes, or projects (Required), Minimum of 10 years-Relevant experience* (Required), Minimum of 3 years-Managerial/Supervisory (Preferred)About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Education
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project director jobs across Pennsylvania.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential recognized by Pennsylvania employers
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or a related technical field
- Seven or more years of progressively responsible project management experience
- Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and cross-functional teams
- Proficiency with project management platforms such as MS Project, Primavera, or Smartsheet
- Strong stakeholder communication skills and experience presenting to executive leadership
Project Director Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project director in Pennsylvania?
Most project directors in Pennsylvania start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, healthcare administration, or a related field, then build experience as a project manager before stepping into director-level roles. The PMP credential from the Project Management Institute is the most widely recognized qualification in Pennsylvania hiring. Healthcare-focused project directors often pursue additional credentials aligned with their sector, such as those recognized by AHIMA or HIMSS, depending on the organization.
How much do project directors make in Pennsylvania?
Project directors 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 directors in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring project directors in Pennsylvania right now include Sheakley, CRB, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's large healthcare networks, defense contractors, and infrastructure firms generate particularly consistent demand for experienced project directors year-round.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most project director jobs?
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Allentown have the most project director openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its concentration of major health systems, financial services firms, and large government contractors, while Pittsburgh draws demand from energy, technology, and healthcare employers, and Harrisburg reflects state government and public infrastructure project activity.
Are there remote project director jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, and they are more common than in many other fields, since project directors in technology, consulting, and program management often work across distributed teams. About 69% of project director openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though construction and capital infrastructure roles almost always require an on-site presence. Software delivery, healthcare IT, and consulting-oriented project director roles offer the most remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a project director in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or associate project manager role at a large Pennsylvania employer such as a health system, engineering firm, or state agency, then building toward director-level responsibilities over time. Penn Medicine, UPMC, and large defense contractors like Lockheed Martin's Pennsylvania facilities run formal project management development programs. Earning a CAPM credential early and gaining experience with capital or IT projects strengthens your candidacy before pursuing director titles.
Where can I find and apply to project director jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to project director jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across industries including healthcare, construction, technology, and government contracting. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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