Project Leader Jobs in Pennsylvania

Project Leader jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand across healthcare systems, construction and infrastructure, financial services, and defense contracting, covering roles from coordinator-level through senior program leadership. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the primary hiring centers, anchored by major employers such as Comcast, UPMC, and Lockheed Martin. The most in-demand specialties include IT project leadership, capital construction management, and healthcare operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6
Top employerICON
Top cityReading, PA
Cities hiring4
Work type50% Remote
Top industryConsulting

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CARING TRANSITIONS
Project Team Leader
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CARING TRANSITIONS
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Project Team Leader
CARING TRANSITIONS
Reading, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$20 - $22/hr
High school diploma or GED

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ICON plc
Associate Project Leader - Medical Communications/Publications
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ICON plc
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Associate Project Leader - Medical Communications/Publications
ICON plc
Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Data Science
Research & Academia
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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ICON plc
Sr Project Leader - Medical Communications/Publications
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Sr Project Leader - Medical Communications/Publications
ICON plc
Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Penske Truck Leasing
Project Leader (Penske Logistics)
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Penske Truck Leasing
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Project Leader (Penske Logistics)
Penske Truck Leasing
Reading, Pennsylvania
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Curriculum Design
Instructional Design
Bachelor's degree in education
10,000+

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PPL Corporation
Project Leader-EU
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PPL Corporation
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Project Leader-EU
PPL Corporation
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Compliance & Legal
Procurement & Purchasing
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Project Leader Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Reading
2 jobs
Blue Bell
2 jobs
Allentown
1 job
Harrisburg
1 job

Project Leader Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

ICON
ICON2 open roles
Hntb
Hntb1 open role
PPL Corporation
PPL Corporation1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project leader jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • PMP or CAPM certification from the Project Management Institute recognized by Pennsylvania employers
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams and project budgets end to end
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting and escalation
  • Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies depending on industry context

Project Leader Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project leader in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license to work as a project leader, so entry depends on education and industry credentials. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a technical field, paired with a recognized credential such as the PMP from the Project Management Institute. Candidates aiming at healthcare employers like UPMC or Penn Medicine benefit from familiarity with clinical project workflows, while those targeting construction or infrastructure roles often come from engineering or trades backgrounds.

How much do project leaders make in Pennsylvania?

Project leaders 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 leaders in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring project leaders in Pennsylvania right now include ICON, Hntb, and PPL Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's mix of large hospital networks, defense contractors, financial firms, and infrastructure-focused companies keeps demand for project leaders broad and consistent across the state.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most project leader jobs?

Reading, Blue Bell, and Allentown lead Pennsylvania in project leader openings. Philadelphia concentrates the largest share, driven by its healthcare, finance, and technology sectors, while Pittsburgh's strength in healthcare and advanced manufacturing anchors demand there, and Allentown reflects the Lehigh Valley's growing logistics and corporate operations base.

Are there remote project leader jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, and project leadership is more remote-friendly than many management roles because much of the coordination, reporting, and stakeholder communication happens digitally. About 75% of project leader openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with fully remote positions most common in IT, software delivery, and financial services project tracks.

How can I get hired as a project leader in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or project administrator role, which large Pennsylvania employers such as UPMC, Comcast, and SEI Investments regularly post as stepping stones into full project leadership. Earning a CAPM credential from the Project Management Institute before you have the hours required for a PMP signals commitment and gives candidates without formal experience an edge. Adjacent roles in operations coordination, business analysis, or team lead positions within Pennsylvania's healthcare and financial services sectors commonly transition into project leadership within one to two assignments.

Where can I find and apply to project leader jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to project leader jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across industries and experience levels. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location preferences, and apply directly without creating a profile or account.

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