What are the main factors that influence a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager's salary?

A Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Supervisor, Entry - Civil Engineering (12+ years)earns $85,504, a Supervisor, Experienced - Civil Engineering (12+ years)earns $117,997, a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $145,163, a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $176,263, a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Director (12+ years)earns $198,424,

What are the highest paying states for a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager?

Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $158,800, California $158,200, Massachusetts $156,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager in Delaware is $145,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

However, a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,227
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,400 to $158,300
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,657

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Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,300	$13,192	$3,044	$76
Average	$145,200	$12,100	$2,792	$70
25th Percentile	$133,400	$11,117	$2,565	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager Salaries

A Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Supervisor, Entry - Civil Engineering (12+ years): $85,504
Supervisor, Experienced - Civil Engineering (12+ years): $117,997
Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager (12+ years): $145,163
Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years): $176,263
Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Director (12+ years): $198,424

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Supervisor, Entry - Civil Engineering	12+ years	$85,504
Supervisor, Experienced - Civil Engineering	12+ years	$117,997
Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager	12+ years	$145,163
Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Senior Manager	12+ years	$176,263
Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Director	12+ years	$198,424

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How Do Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $158,800.
California: $158,200.
Massachusetts: $156,100.

District of Columbia $158,800 California $158,200 Massachusetts $156,100 Washington $155,500 New Jersey $155,400 Alaska $155,200 Connecticut $153,200 New York $152,400

Hawaii $149,900 Rhode Island $148,700 Maryland $147,900 Minnesota $146,700 Colorado $146,300 Illinois $146,200 Oregon $145,600 Delaware $145,200

New Hampshire $145,000 Virginia $144,400 Pennsylvania $142,700 Nevada $141,900 North Dakota $141,600 Michigan $141,200 Wisconsin $141,100 Vermont $140,700

Texas $139,900 Maine $139,800 Arizona $139,700 Ohio $139,600 Georgia $138,300 Indiana $137,600 Wyoming $137,500 Utah $137,300

Iowa $137,200 Kansas $136,500 Louisiana $136,300 North Carolina $136,300 Missouri $136,200 Florida $135,700 Montana $135,400 Nebraska $135,100

Kentucky $134,900 South Carolina $134,400 Tennessee $134,000 Idaho $133,900 New Mexico $132,800 Oklahoma $132,600 Alabama $131,700 South Dakota $130,300

Arkansas $129,500 West Virginia $129,100 Mississippi $127,900

Top Paying Cities for Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $144,600
Little Creek: $145,600
Magnolia: $145,400

Lincoln, DE $144,600 Little Creek, DE $145,600 Magnolia, DE $145,400 Milford, DE $144,900 Marydel, DE $145,200 Millsboro, DE $144,000 Millville, DE $144,200 Milton, DE $144,400

Nassau, DE $144,500 Ocean View, DE $144,200 Rehoboth Beach, DE $144,400 Seaford, DE $144,500 Selbyville, DE $143,900 Smyrna, DE $145,700 Viola, DE $145,000 Woodside, DE $145,400

Bear, DE $145,100 Newark, DE $145,000 Claymont, DE $145,300 Delaware City, DE $145,200 Hockessin, DE $145,000 Kirkwood, DE $145,200 Middletown, DE $145,200 Montchanin, DE $145,100

New Castle, DE $145,100 Odessa, DE $145,300 Port Penn, DE $145,400 Rockland, DE $145,100 Saint Georges, DE $145,200 Townsend, DE $145,400 Winterthur, DE $145,100 Lewes, DE $144,500

Wilmington, DE $145,000 Dover, DE $145,600 Dover Afb, DE $144,900 Bethany Beach, DE $144,000 Bethel, DE $144,100 Bridgeville, DE $144,500 Camden Wyoming, DE $145,200 Cheswold, DE $145,600

Clayton, DE $145,600 Dagsboro, DE $143,900 Delmar, DE $143,700 Ellendale, DE $144,100 Felton, DE $144,900 Fenwick Island, DE $143,900 Frankford, DE $143,700 Frederica, DE $145,100

Georgetown, DE $143,800 Greenwood, DE $144,500 Harbeson, DE $144,000 Harrington, DE $144,700 Hartly, DE $145,200 Houston, DE $144,500 Kenton, DE $145,600 Laurel, DE $143,800

Yorklyn, DE $145,100

Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$133,400

Average $145,200/year

$158,300

$11,117

Average $12,100/month

$13,192

$2,565

Average $2,792/week

$3,044

$64

Average $70/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,300	$13,192	$3,044	$76
Average	$145,200	$12,100	$2,792	$70
25th Percentile	$133,400	$11,117	$2,565	$64

Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $176,300 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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