What are the main factors that influence a Construction and Building Project Director's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Construction and Building Project Director?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Construction and Building Project Director roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Construction and Building Project Director's salary?

A Construction and Building Project Director's salary grows with experience: a Construction and Building Project Coordinator (4-7 years)earns $103,793, a Construction and Building Project Senior Coordinator (7+ years)earns $130,209, a Construction and Building Project Manager (7+ years)earns $120,142, a Construction and Building Senior Project Manager (7+ years)earns $149,750, a Construction and Building Project Director (7+ years)earns $206,036,

What are the highest paying states for a Construction and Building Project Director?

Construction and Building Project Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction and Building Project Director roles are District of Columbia $225,300, California $224,500, Massachusetts $221,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction and Building Project Director roles make?

Salaries for Construction and Building Project Director level roles vary by specialization: Project Director - Construction: $203,452; Construction Director: $202,257; Construction and Building Senior Project Manager: $147,900; Project Manager Sr. - Construction: $147,872; Retail Store Construction Director: $142,609.

Construction and Building Project Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction and Building Project Director make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction and Building Project Director in Delaware is $206,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $99.

However, a Construction and Building Project Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $247,175
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $183,500 to $227,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $162,924

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Construction and Building Project Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$227,600	$18,967	$4,377	$109
Average	$206,100	$17,175	$3,963	$99
25th Percentile	$183,500	$15,292	$3,529	$88

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Key Factors That Influence Construction and Building Project Director Salaries

A Construction and Building Project Director'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 Construction and Building Project Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction and Building Project Director'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:

Construction and Building Project Coordinator (4-7 years): $103,793
Construction and Building Project Senior Coordinator (7+ years): $130,209
Construction and Building Project Manager (7+ years): $120,142
Construction and Building Senior Project Manager (7+ years): $149,750
Construction and Building Project Director (7+ years): $206,036

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Construction and Building Project Coordinator	4-7 years	$103,793
Construction and Building Project Senior Coordinator	7+ years	$130,209
Construction and Building Project Manager	7+ years	$120,142
Construction and Building Senior Project Manager	7+ years	$149,750
Construction and Building Project Director	7+ years	$206,036

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How Do Construction and Building Project Director 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 Construction and Building Project Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $225,300.
California: $224,500.
Massachusetts: $221,500.

District of Columbia $225,300 California $224,500 Massachusetts $221,500 Washington $220,700 New Jersey $220,600 Alaska $220,300 Connecticut $217,500 New York $216,300

Hawaii $212,700 Rhode Island $211,000 Maryland $209,800 Minnesota $208,200 Colorado $207,600 Illinois $207,400 Oregon $206,700 Delaware $206,100

New Hampshire $205,700 Virginia $204,900 Pennsylvania $202,600 Nevada $201,400 North Dakota $201,000 Michigan $200,400 Wisconsin $200,200 Vermont $199,700

Texas $198,500 Maine $198,400 Arizona $198,300 Ohio $198,200 Georgia $196,300 Indiana $195,300 Wyoming $195,200 Utah $194,900

Iowa $194,800 Kansas $193,800 Louisiana $193,500 North Carolina $193,400 Missouri $193,300 Florida $192,600 Montana $192,100 Nebraska $191,700

Kentucky $191,500 South Carolina $190,700 Tennessee $190,200 Idaho $190,000 New Mexico $188,500 Oklahoma $188,200 Alabama $187,000 South Dakota $184,900

Arkansas $183,800 West Virginia $183,300 Mississippi $181,500

Top Paying Cities for Construction and Building Project Directors

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: $205,200
Little Creek: $206,700
Magnolia: $206,400

Lincoln, DE $205,200 Little Creek, DE $206,700 Magnolia, DE $206,400 Milford, DE $205,700 Marydel, DE $206,000 Millsboro, DE $204,300 Millville, DE $204,600 Milton, DE $205,000

Nassau, DE $205,100 Ocean View, DE $204,600 Rehoboth Beach, DE $205,000 Seaford, DE $205,100 Selbyville, DE $204,200 Smyrna, DE $206,800 Viola, DE $205,800 Woodside, DE $206,400

Bear, DE $205,900 Newark, DE $205,800 Claymont, DE $206,300 Delaware City, DE $206,100 Hockessin, DE $205,800 Kirkwood, DE $206,000 Middletown, DE $206,100 Montchanin, DE $205,900

New Castle, DE $205,900 Odessa, DE $206,200 Port Penn, DE $206,300 Rockland, DE $205,900 Saint Georges, DE $206,000 Townsend, DE $206,300 Winterthur, DE $205,900 Lewes, DE $205,000

Wilmington, DE $205,800 Dover, DE $206,700 Dover Afb, DE $205,600 Bethany Beach, DE $204,400 Bethel, DE $204,600 Bridgeville, DE $205,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $206,100 Cheswold, DE $206,600

Clayton, DE $206,600 Dagsboro, DE $204,200 Delmar, DE $203,900 Ellendale, DE $204,500 Felton, DE $205,700 Fenwick Island, DE $204,300 Frankford, DE $203,900 Frederica, DE $205,900

Georgetown, DE $204,100 Greenwood, DE $205,100 Harbeson, DE $204,400 Harrington, DE $205,400 Hartly, DE $206,000 Houston, DE $205,100 Kenton, DE $206,600 Laurel, DE $204,000

Yorklyn, DE $205,900

Construction and Building Project Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Construction and Building Project Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $230,717. While startup companies pay approximate $195,181.

Construction and Building Project Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$195,181
Growth Stage	51~500	$206,427
Established	501~5000	$222,798
Enterprise	5000+	$230,717

Construction and Building Project Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Construction and Building Project Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Durable and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Construction and Building Project Director positions in Media or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction and Building Project Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Construction and Building Project Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$288,540	$139.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$278,235	$134.0	35%
Biotechnology	$267,930	$129.0	30%
Chemicals	$257,625	$124.0	25%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$247,320	$119.0	20%

Construction and Building Project Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction and Building Project Director'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$183,500

Average $206,100/year

$227,600

$15,292

Average $17,175/month

$18,967

$3,529

Average $3,963/week

$4,377

$88

Average $99/hour

$109

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$227,600	$18,967	$4,377	$109
Average	$206,100	$17,175	$3,963	$99
25th Percentile	$183,500	$15,292	$3,529	$88

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Construction and Building Project Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction and Building Project Director make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Construction and Building Project Director Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Construction and Building Project Director Salaries?

How Do Construction and Building Project Director Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Construction and Building Project Directors

Construction and Building Project Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Construction and Building Project Director Salary by Company Size

Construction and Building Project Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Construction and Building Project Director

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