Transportation Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania
Transportation Manager jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong demand, with consistent openings across freight and logistics, manufacturing supply chains, public transit, and retail distribution at levels from coordinator through senior director. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the state's largest hiring centers, anchored by employers such as UPS, Giant Food Stores, and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority. The most sought-after specialties are fleet operations management, intermodal logistics, and last-mile distribution. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
JMT’s is seeking Transportation Construction Inspection professionals to join our Central PA Team. Our primary clients are the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and other Local Government agencies throughout our Central PA Region. The successful candidate will perform as a principal inspector responsible for the supervision of projects in construction inspection engineering work.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance of plans, contract documents, specifications and standards.
- Assign, schedule and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all phases of the project.
- Review and maintain all pertinent project documentation and ensure that it accurately details construction progress, activities and materials, meets environmental permitting conditions, comply with safety policies and programs, and monitors EEO and DBE progress and performance
- Prepare, review and submit project inspection reports, work authorizations, work orders and estimates.
- Notify contractor of non-compliance and corrective action.
- Review, analyze and evaluate contractor schedules.
- Track project progress and advises parties of possible overruns, and critical project issues.
- Completes analysis of field tests
- Attend pre-bid, pre-construction and/or management level meetings throughout the course of the project, assist the client with change orders, claim defense, and provide updates to the client construction progress and issues.
- Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub-contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries.
- Work on behalf of the Client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction related field issues.
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
- Strong computer Proficiency
- Client Requested certifications, including:
- NICET Level 2 or higher in Transportation/Highway Construction
- NECEPT-Bituminous and Concrete Field Technician
- ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician
- Active driver’s license and reliable motor vehicle
- Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
Required Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 8+ years of construction inspection experience
- Knowledge and experience in construction techniques, reading plans, procedures, methods, equipment and materials
- Supervisory experience in construction management/inspection situations
- Ability to act in an Owner’s Agent/Responsible in Charge role
Preferred Experience
- Experience with local clients
- Associates or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
- Previous PennDOT and or PA Turnpike Inspection Experience
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
JMT’s is seeking Transportation Construction Inspection professionals to join our Central PA Team. Our primary clients are the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and other Local Government agencies throughout our Central PA Region. The successful candidate will perform as a principal inspector responsible for the supervision of projects in construction inspection engineering work.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance of plans, contract documents, specifications and standards.
- Assign, schedule and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all phases of the project.
- Review and maintain all pertinent project documentation and ensure that it accurately details construction progress, activities and materials, meets environmental permitting conditions, comply with safety policies and programs, and monitors EEO and DBE progress and performance
- Prepare, review and submit project inspection reports, work authorizations, work orders and estimates.
- Notify contractor of non-compliance and corrective action.
- Review, analyze and evaluate contractor schedules.
- Track project progress and advises parties of possible overruns, and critical project issues.
- Completes analysis of field tests
- Attend pre-bid, pre-construction and/or management level meetings throughout the course of the project, assist the client with change orders, claim defense, and provide updates to the client construction progress and issues.
- Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub-contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries.
- Work on behalf of the Client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction related field issues.
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
- Strong computer Proficiency
- Client Requested certifications, including:
- NICET Level 2 or higher in Transportation/Highway Construction
- NECEPT-Bituminous and Concrete Field Technician
- ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician
- Active driver’s license and reliable motor vehicle
- Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
Required Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 8+ years of construction inspection experience
- Knowledge and experience in construction techniques, reading plans, procedures, methods, equipment and materials
- Supervisory experience in construction management/inspection situations
- Ability to act in an Owner’s Agent/Responsible in Charge role
Preferred Experience
- Experience with local clients
- Associates or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
- Previous PennDOT and or PA Turnpike Inspection Experience
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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- Consulting & Professional Services11
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transportation manager jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, transportation, or a related field required
- Five or more years of transportation or logistics management experience preferred
- Proficiency with transportation management systems such as Oracle TMS or MercuryGate
- Experience managing DOT compliance, driver qualification files, and FMCSA regulations
- Demonstrated ability to manage carrier relationships and negotiate freight contracts
- Strong analytical skills for route optimization, cost control, and performance reporting
Transportation Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a transportation manager in Pennsylvania?
Most transportation manager roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field, combined with several years of progressively responsible experience in transportation operations. While Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license specifically for transportation managers, professionals overseeing commercial vehicle fleets must be familiar with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations. Certifications such as the Certified Transportation Professional credential from the Transportation Intermediaries Association strengthen candidacy considerably.
How much do transportation managers make in Pennsylvania?
Transportation managers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $105,240 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,560 for the lowest 10% to over $182,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire transportation managers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring transportation managers in Pennsylvania right now include Larson Design, Urban Engineers, and Greenman-Pedersen, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's dense manufacturing corridor and major retail distribution networks make it one of the more active states for this role, with both corporate headquarters and regional operations centers generating steady openings.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most transportation manager jobs?
The cities with the most transportation manager openings in Pennsylvania are Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Philadelphia. Philadelphia dominates due to its port activity, large retail and healthcare supply chains, and the SEPTA transit system, while Pittsburgh draws hiring from manufacturing and healthcare logistics, and Allentown benefits from its position as a major interstate freight corridor hub connecting the Northeast.
Are there remote transportation manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 48% of transportation manager openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most transportation operations roles. The functions most likely to carry remote or hybrid flexibility are network planning, carrier procurement, and transportation analytics, rather than terminal management or fleet supervision.
How can I get hired as a transportation manager in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a transportation coordinator or logistics analyst role at a large Pennsylvania distribution or manufacturing operation, then building toward management. Employers such as UPS, Amazon's Pennsylvania fulfillment centers, and major regional grocers regularly hire entry-level logistics coordinators. Pursuing a Certified Transportation Professional credential or completing a supply chain management certificate through a Pennsylvania community college or university accelerates advancement into management-track openings.
Where can I find and apply to transportation manager jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to transportation manager jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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