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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Executive in California is $282,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $136.
However, a Construction Executive's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Construction Executive Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $319,100 | $26,592 | $6,137 | $153 |
| Average | $282,200 | $23,517 | $5,427 | $136 |
| 25th Percentile | $252,900 | $21,075 | $4,863 | $122 |
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A Construction Executive'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Executive'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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Project Expeditor V | 7-10 years | $132,164 |
| Manager of Construction Operations | 10+ years | $155,815 |
| Senior Manager of Construction Services | 10+ years | $188,668 |
| Director of Construction Operations | 10+ years | $223,089 |
| Construction Executive | 10+ years | $282,197 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Executives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
Construction Executive salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $315,907. While startup companies pay approximate $267,250.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $267,250 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $282,648 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $305,064 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $315,907 |
For Construction Executive roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Construction Executive positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction Executive as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $338,640 | $163.0 | 20% |
| Biotechnology | $338,640 | $163.0 | 20% |
| Chemicals | $338,640 | $163.0 | 20% |
| Energy & Utilities | $338,640 | $163.0 | 20% |
| Financial Services | $338,640 | $163.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Construction Executive'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $319,100 | $26,592 | $6,137 | $153 |
| Average | $282,200 | $23,517 | $5,427 | $136 |
| 25th Percentile | $252,900 | $21,075 | $4,863 | $122 |
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