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Assistant Construction Project Coordinator, DGS - South Eastern Region

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Lancaster, PAFull-time$62–92K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$62–92K/yr
Location
Lancaster, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License

Job overview

The Assistant Construction Project Coordinator supports construction and renovation projects at public facilities throughout Pennsylvania’s South Eastern Region. The role coordinates daily project activities, provides direction to contractors and consultants, monitors progress against plans and schedules, oversees materials, and reviews compliance. It is home headquartered in Pennsylvania and requires daily travel to construction sites. Candidates must live in or relocate to a specified county before employment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Construction CoordinationContractor GuidanceProgress MonitoringMaterial OversightCompliance Review

Qualifications

Four Years Construction Experience or EquivalentPennsylvania Class C Driver's LicenseResidence in Specified Counties or RelocationTravel to Construction SitesPerform Essential Job Functions

Full job description

Salary $61,927.00 - $92,010.00 Annually Location *Home Headquartered, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2026-61631 Department Department of General Services Division GS Sth Estrn Rgnl Div Opening Date 11/02/2026 Closing Date 11/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 13750 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit B1 Pay Group ST07 Bureau / Division Code 00156635 Bureau / Division Bureau of Capital Programs Construction/South Eastern Region Worksite Address Multiple Construction Field Offices City South Eastern Region Counties in Pennsylvania Contact Name Erin Bollinger Contact Phone 717.787.5942 Contact Email [email protected] 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: 1. Project Coordination: Oversee construction and renovation tasks to support smooth daily operations 2. Technical Guidance: Provide direction to contractors, consultants, and other professionals throughout project phases 3. Progress Monitoring: Track timelines, resolve issues, and ensure activities follow approved plans and schedules 4. Material Oversight: Confirm materials are approved, ordered, delivered, and appropriate for project needs 5. Compliance Review: Ensure construction follows all codes, regulations, specifications, and agency procedures Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment 2. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. 3. 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. 4. **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). 5. You will rec ive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. 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 2. An equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirement: 1. This position requires possession and maintenance of an active non-commercial Pennsylvania Class C driver's license or equivalent. Additional Requirements: 1. You must reside in or be willing to relocate prior to employment to Berks, Chester, Lancaster or Lebanon County. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): 1. On-site renovation and new construction ... For full info follow application link. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

How this job compares

Set against the 842 open Construction Project Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$62–92K/yr
  • US median$110–165K/yr512 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $77K, is 45% below the US median midpoint ($140K) — in the lowest quarter of Construction Project Management salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 30 open Construction Project Management jobs in Pennsylvania and 842 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Construction Project Management postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (535 postings).
Education
121 of the 842 open Construction Project Management jobs (14%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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