Project Lead Jobs in Pennsylvania
Project Lead jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong demand, concentrated in construction, healthcare IT, financial services, and defense contracting, with openings at every level from junior coordinator to senior program lead. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and King of Prussia are the busiest hiring centers, anchored by established employers like Comcast, UPMC, and Lockheed Martin. The most sought-after specialties are infrastructure and capital projects, software delivery, and healthcare systems implementation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Senior Project Manager - New Product Development
Location: Kalamazoo, MI Travel: Approximately 25% Domestic & International
Shape the Future of Industrial Innovation
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead strategic new product development initiatives from concept to launch.
This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on products that will define the future of Flowserve's business. Working with global engineering, operations, product management, and leadership teams, you will drive complex development programs while helping deliver breakthrough technologies to market.
What You'll Do
- Lead complex new product development projects from concept through commercialization.
- Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk management strategies.
- Guide cross-functional teams through Flowserve's Product Development Process (PDP).
- Drive engineering development, testing, validation, and launch activities.
- Facilitate stage-gate reviews and present project updates to executive leadership.
- Manage project risks, timelines, budgets, and scope changes while ensuring successful execution.
- Influence and align stakeholders across engineering, operations, product management, quality, and supply chain functions.
- Maintain project documentation, dashboards, and portfolio reporting tools.
- Identify opportunities to improve project management processes and organizational effectiveness.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
- 10+ years of professional experience, preferably 12-15 years.
- Proven experience leading new product development projects within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience managing complex projects using Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid methodologies.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to drive results in a matrix environment.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience working with distributed or global teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering degree.
- PMP certification and/or MBA.
- Background in pumps, valves, rotating equipment, industrial products, aerospace, automotive, power generation, medical devices, or related manufacturing industries.
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Planview, Smartsheet or similar project portfolio management tools.
- Experience leading highly regulated or technically complex development programs.
Why Join Flowserve?
- Lead innovative new product development initiatives that directly impact the future of the business.
- Work on emerging technologies including smart products, digital solutions, and connected industrial equipment.
- Collaborate with a global team of engineering and business leaders.
- Join an organization with more than 230 years of industrial innovation and market leadership.
- Competitive compensation, annual incentive opportunities, and career growth potential.
Please Note: This position focuses on manufacturing-based new product development and engineering program leadership. Candidates whose experience is primarily in IT, software implementation, or technology project management environments may not align with the core requirements of this role.
Senior Project Manager - New Product Development
Location: Kalamazoo, MI Travel: Approximately 25% Domestic & International
Shape the Future of Industrial Innovation
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead strategic new product development initiatives from concept to launch.
This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on products that will define the future of Flowserve's business. Working with global engineering, operations, product management, and leadership teams, you will drive complex development programs while helping deliver breakthrough technologies to market.
What You'll Do
- Lead complex new product development projects from concept through commercialization.
- Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk management strategies.
- Guide cross-functional teams through Flowserve's Product Development Process (PDP).
- Drive engineering development, testing, validation, and launch activities.
- Facilitate stage-gate reviews and present project updates to executive leadership.
- Manage project risks, timelines, budgets, and scope changes while ensuring successful execution.
- Influence and align stakeholders across engineering, operations, product management, quality, and supply chain functions.
- Maintain project documentation, dashboards, and portfolio reporting tools.
- Identify opportunities to improve project management processes and organizational effectiveness.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
- 10+ years of professional experience, preferably 12-15 years.
- Proven experience leading new product development projects within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience managing complex projects using Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid methodologies.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to drive results in a matrix environment.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience working with distributed or global teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering degree.
- PMP certification and/or MBA.
- Background in pumps, valves, rotating equipment, industrial products, aerospace, automotive, power generation, medical devices, or related manufacturing industries.
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Planview, Smartsheet or similar project portfolio management tools.
- Experience leading highly regulated or technically complex development programs.
Why Join Flowserve?
- Lead innovative new product development initiatives that directly impact the future of the business.
- Work on emerging technologies including smart products, digital solutions, and connected industrial equipment.
- Collaborate with a global team of engineering and business leaders.
- Join an organization with more than 230 years of industrial innovation and market leadership.
- Competitive compensation, annual incentive opportunities, and career growth potential.
Please Note: This position focuses on manufacturing-based new product development and engineering program leadership. Candidates whose experience is primarily in IT, software implementation, or technology project management environments may not align with the core requirements of this role.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Transportation & Logistics
- Food & Beverage
- Human Resources
- Fashion & Apparel
- Technology & Software
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project lead jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- Three or more years of demonstrated experience leading cross-functional project teams
- PMP certification or active progress toward Project Management Professional credentials
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Strong stakeholder communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership
- Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation plans
Project Lead Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project lead in Pennsylvania?
Most project lead roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, information technology, construction management, or business administration. Pennsylvania does not issue a state-specific project lead license, but employers across the Philadelphia and Pittsburgh markets consistently expect the Project Management Professional credential from the Project Management Institute. Candidates who enter through fields like construction may also pursue the Associate Constructor or Certified Construction Manager designations recognized by Pennsylvania contractors.
Which companies hire project leads in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring project leads in Pennsylvania right now include Hitachi Rail, ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's dense concentration of health systems, defense primes, and financial services firms means project lead demand stays consistent across multiple sectors throughout the year.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most project lead jobs?
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg have the most project lead openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia drives the largest share through its concentration of healthcare networks, financial institutions, and technology companies, while Pittsburgh's strength in healthcare, robotics, and defense contracting keeps hiring active, and suburban corridors like King of Prussia attract corporate project leads serving regional headquarters operations.
Are there remote project lead jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 46% of project lead openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves coordination, documentation, and stakeholder communication that translates well to distributed work. The most fully remote opportunities tend to be in software delivery and IT systems projects rather than construction or facilities management roles requiring on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a project lead in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or project analyst role at a large Pennsylvania employer and building toward a lead designation. Health systems like UPMC and Jefferson Health in Philadelphia regularly hire project coordinators for their IT and operations divisions without requiring prior lead experience. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential demonstrates commitment and gives candidates without a long resume a concrete qualification that resonates with Pennsylvania hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to project lead jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to project lead jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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